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John "Bucko" Bogdan

1948 - 2014

BORN

1948

DIED

2014

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Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage

5341 Central Ave.

Portage, Indiana

John Bogdan Obituary

Bogdan, John P. "Bucko" Age 66, of Shelby and formerly of Portage, passed away unexpectedly in Niland, California on December 20, 2014. John was born January 27, 1948 in Gary, Indiana to the late Anthony and Helen (Lipsky) Bogdan. John was the former owner of JJ's Pizza Shack, he was a former Cub Scout leader of Troop 430, and a former employee of U.S. Steel working in the railroad transportation department. John is survived by his loving wife, Linda M. Bogdan of Shelby; two daughters, Windy (Solomon) Cartagena of LaCrosse and Toni R. Bogdan of Portage; two sons, Paul (Hannah) Bogdan of Portage and Phillip (Cynthia) Bogdan of DeMotte; two sisters, Doris (Kurt) Schaefer of Florida and Mary Zartman of Akron; seven grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren. John was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Helen Bogdan; one sister, Patricia J. Bogdan Cuellar; and three brothers, Anthony B. Bogdan, Jr., James J. Bogdan and Carl Bogdan. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, January 5, 2015 at Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel, 5341 Central Avenue, Portage, Indiana 46368 with Rev. Andrew Corona officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery, Portage, Indiana. Visitation will be Sunday from 2:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the funeral home. Online condolences may be submitted at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Dec. 31, 2014.

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Gina

December 24, 2022

Most of my childhood till age 10 had you in it. I miss your smile, your laugh and just knowing uncle Buck was around. You were so loved.

Eric

January 12, 2015

My thoughts are with your family. I enjoyed my time working with Grandpa at JJs. No matter what the situation he always had great advice to give! He will be missed.

Tracy Marshall

January 9, 2015

Prayers to the Family.

Terri Wiles

January 5, 2015

Linda, may you be surrounded by prayers of strength during this trying time.

Gina Bogdan-Riva

January 4, 2015

I haven't seen uncle buck in many years but every part of my childhood has memories of him and aunt Linda. Im so sorry for your loss and I'm thinking of you all. Love and prayers

Maryann Martorelli

January 4, 2015

Sorry to hear of John's passing. May John's memories and love live on in your hearts,

John & Yvonne Gardner

Patti Lawson

January 3, 2015

Brenda Wommack

January 3, 2015

Prayers to the family. You will truly be missed. Ice cream will not be the same without your company. You will also be missed on the poker runs. Ride on. Roger & Brenda lot 299 Lake Holiday Campground.

Barbie Moody-Mitchem

January 3, 2015

I will forever miss you Unc . when I think of you, You always brought a smile to my face and warmth my heart. Forever will be missing you. But left with loving memories. Love you Barbie .

Roger & Esther (The Oldman) DeCelles

January 1, 2015

Bucko, the calls from "John & Lynn from Shelby Indiana" will surely be missed. Also the fish dinners at Delams Grill in
La Cross when we were able to make it to Indiana. But all so, by all your friends at The Slabs.

January 1, 2015

linda sorry for your loss condolences to all the family Minnie ybarbo porter from texas

Michael and Pam Kraay

January 1, 2015

Rest in peace, my good friend and neighbor. You will be missed.

December 31, 2014

so long old friend may God keep you in his arms .
Kenny parks co worker

C. Johnson

December 31, 2014

May you continue to feel the love and support of family and friends as you grieve the loss of one so dear to your heart.

Michael Moody

December 31, 2014

Uncle Buck will be dearly missed by many and loved by those who lives he touched. Prayer going out to cousins Wendy, Toni, Paul and Phillip.

MARY ANN ADAMS LOFLAND

December 31, 2014

My heartfelt sympanthy goes out to the whole family at this time of sorrow.

December 31, 2014

May you find peace from the God of all comfort who surpasses all understanding at this most difficult time and on into the future.

Pamela Perez

December 30, 2014

Our Deepest sympathy and condolences to your family. We are very saddened for your loss. "We will see you again "Dear Friend". God bless you, all. Norm and Family. Discount Pizza

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Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage

5341 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368

Jan

5

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Rees Funeral Home, Olson Chapel - Portage

5341 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368

Jan

5

Burial

Calvary Cemetery

Portage, IN

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5341 Central Ave., Portage, IN 46368

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