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Michael Bodge Obituary
Shrewsbury - It is with great sadness and sorrow that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, son, brother, uncle and friend Michael W. Bodge. Michael was 28 and passed away at home on Saturday April 27, 2019 with the ones he loved gathered around him. He fought his cancer with courage, strength, grace, and always had a positive attitude. He loved life, enjoyed a party, and was adored and respected by everyone. Mike was an amazing human who had a huge impact on so many people, he will never be forgotten and will live on in our hearts.
Michael was born on September 21, 1990 the youngest of two sons to Gary and Annmarie (Cuccaro) Bodge. Michael graduated from Shrewsbury High School where he played on the soccer, indoor track and lacrosse teams. He went on to Clemson University and graduated cum laude with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. As much as he loved his Clemson experience and life in South Carolina, his heart drew him back to his hometown of Shrewsbury where he proudly bought his first home. Michael started his career at Metso Automation where he was the Northeast Service Center Sales Manager. On April 17th he married the love of his life, Meghan Lennon. Ten days later, Michael passed away with his bride, parents, brother, and mother and father in- law by his side.
Michael is survived by his bride Meghan Lennon, his parents Gary and Annmarie Bodge of Shrewsbury. His brother Nicholas Bodge, sister in law Aimee, their son and his godson, Carter Michael Bodge of Holden; in laws John and Joanne Lennon of Charlton; brother and sister in laws Pat and Beth Lennon of Maine, Chris and Andrea Lennon of West Boylston; his dog Rocco; aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family and so many friends who loved him. He loved sports, and followed all of the New England teams. He was knowledgeable and passionate about all sports, especially football. There was no bigger Clemson fan than Mike and winning the national football championship this year brought him such joy. Go Tigers!
Friends and relatives are invited to gather for calling hours, Wednesday May 1st from 4:00 pm-8:00 pm in the Mercandante Funeral Home & Chapel, 370 Plantation Street, Worcester. His celebration of Christian life Mass will be held at 10:00 am Thursday, May 2nd at St Mary's Church, 640 Main Street, Shrewsbury (Please go directly to the church) Entombment near his grandparents will follow in Notre Dame Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Michael's name can be made to: 15-40 Connection, Michael Bodge Tribute, 53 Otis Street, Westboro MA 01581. www.15-40.org/donate.
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for Michael Bodge
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February 2, 2020
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May 5, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Mike, my heart breaks for your family & for your wife. I know youre making legendary vines up with there with your grandma. You were a wonderful friend. d Rest in the sweetest place.
Julia Fontana
May 4, 2019
Mike, my heart breaks for your family & for your wife. I know youre making legendary vines up with there with your grandma. You were a wonderful friend. Rest in the sweetest place.
May 4, 2019
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Tom Williams
May 2, 2019
AnnMarie, Gary, Meghan, Nick and Aimee,
My sincere apologies for the loss of your son, husband, brother, brother-in-law.
I can only offer prayers for Michael and all of you today and always...
I will keep you all in my prayers in hopes that it may provide a sense of strength and comfort.
My sincere and deepest sympathies. Tom Williams
May 1, 2019
Gary, Annemarie and family,
So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers throughout this sad time.
Paula and Peter Esposito
LouAnn Geer
May 1, 2019
I am sending my heartfelt condolences and love to the entire Bodge and Lennon families for the loss of your magnificent Michael. May your strong faith and happy memories carry you through this difficult time. You all will remain in my heart and prayers
May 1, 2019
Ann Marie and family
I am so sorry to here of your son's passing. Please accept my deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Diane (Capra) St Onge
May 1, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
You took me to my first Clemson football game and I will always cherish that memory. Will miss you very much
Jon Whitney
May 1, 2019
My sincerest condolences to any and all who knew and loved Mike. He was truly a shining example of how life should be lived and will forever be a reminder that there is pure good in this world. May God comfort and bless all who mourn this tragic loss.
Nancy Basmajy (SHS Class of 2008)
May 1, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Michael's passing. Every interaction I had with him was nothing but positive. Your family will be in my prayers.
May 1, 2019
My deepest sympathies to Meghan and to the rest of Mike's family and friends. I did not know Mike but I do know and have worked with Meg. I am so sorry.
Prayers for blessings and peace in this difficult time.
Denise Adams
Veronica Ayon
May 1, 2019
Dear Meg,
May the love and mercy of our Lord be bestowed upon you and Mike's family during this unfortunate time. May my sincere condolences bring you all comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of this loss and help guide him on his journey to our Creator.
May 1, 2019
Ann Marie, Gary and family,
We don't know why God takes people as young as Michael. But we do know that God has a purpose for Michael in heaven, where you all will be with him someday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now.
David and Mary Beth Creem
May 1, 2019
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Billy Jenkins
May 1, 2019
My heart was saddened to hear of Mikes passing. My condolences to Megan, Mike's parents. and to all his family and friends. Mike was a very kind and respectful young man. It was my pleasure to part of his Metso family and to have worked with him over the last three years. Mike was a very bright and intelligent man with so much promise in his future. I will for ever remember his bright smile, zest for life and the love of his family. I will keep all of you in my prayers. May the peace of our Lord be with you during this difficult time.
Kim & Terry Barton
April 30, 2019
Our hearts are heavy in hearing this very sad news. Our prayer is for comfort and strength in this difficult time.
Hugs. Kim & Terry Barton
Sue (Pignataro) Rinaldi
April 30, 2019
Dear Annmarie & Family,
I am so very sorry to hear the loss of your son. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. My heartfelt condolences.
April 30, 2019
Dear Ann Marie, Gary, Nick, and Meg,
We are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing.
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Our deepest sympathy,
Ralph & Ann Swedberg
MaryPat Calderwood
April 30, 2019
Ann Marie, Gary, and Nick, I am so sad to hear the news about Mike. In the short time I spent with your family I admired and enjoyed every one of you. Nicest family in town. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you and everyone who loved Mike. Take good care of yourselves.
Maria Brescia
April 30, 2019
Dear Anne Marie, Gary, John and family,
I am so very sorry for your loss. May the loving memories of Michael bring you comfort, peace and strenght today and always. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very difficult time.
Deepest sympathy,
Maria Brescia
Kathryn Duval-Znamierowski
April 30, 2019
Meg, and all who knew and loved Mike..... I am so very sorry for your loss; covering you with prayers of love and peace for the difficult days ahead.
Debbie Stefani
April 30, 2019
Dear Ann Marie and family,
I'm so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I remember him well, he was always such a nice kid! My sincere condolences to you all.
sandra Melanson
April 30, 2019
AnnMarie, Gary, Nick and Meghan, we are sorry to hear about Mike's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Jeff & Sandy Melanson
April 30, 2019
My dear Annmarie,
With great sadness & emotion I send you this, old friend,
with my most sincere & heartfelt sorrow. You & your family
are forever in my prayers and I send to you, my love and wish
for peace.
With love,
Deborah Savage
cristilee morris
April 30, 2019
Ann Marie, Gary and Nick,
The short time we had the pleasure of knowing Mike, he was always a joy to be around. His personality was huge and always put a smile on the faces of those around him. We hope you find comfort knowing how many hearts he touched over the years.
April 30, 2019
To Gary and Ann Marie and the extended Cuccaro and Bodge families my deepest sympathy to all.
Chris Flynn
Karen and Jesse Hernandez
April 30, 2019
Meg, Were so very sorry. You and Mike are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jonathan Justiniano
April 29, 2019
Praying for comfort and strength for friends and family whom Mike did life with. Glad to have known him.
Bill
April 29, 2019
One of the greatest people to of known.
Brenda Demirjian
April 29, 2019
We are so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. We new Mike through Joanne and Meg. He was a marvelous and giving man. May you find some comfort in knowing that many are praying for you all. May God bring you peace during these days and years ahead.
Claire Flynn
April 29, 2019
Annmarie & Gary,
I was saddened to hear of Michaels passing. My prayers are with you, Michael and all your family.
Claire Flynn
Barbara & Cliff McGlory
April 29, 2019
Gary, Annmarie & family, So very sorry for the loss of your dear Michael. Our hearts break for you and you are certainly in our thoughts and prayers during this unbelievably difficult time.
Colleen and Dean Tipple
April 29, 2019
Our hearts grieve at the passing of your Husband, Son, Brother and Uncle Mike. Mike lit up a room with his winning smile and he was a sweet, caring, generous, and kind young man; he will be missed immensely by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. We will continue to pray for all of you and wish you peace and comfort at this very painful time.
Paul & Lauri Joseph
April 29, 2019
It is with profound sadness that we learned of Michael's passing. The finest tribute to Michael is to do some good deed for someone in need every day in his name...peace..
Dan and Marianne Dugan
April 29, 2019
Dear Ann Marie and Gary,
We were saddened to hear the news of Michael's passing. May God give you and your family strength to get through this difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts will be with you.
Annmarie Quinlivan
April 29, 2019
Dear Annmarie, Gary & Family,
My deepest sympathy upon reading of
Michael's passing. His life here on earth cut
way to short. The loss of a child just so hard
to comprehend.
May God hold you close and comfort you
gently, one day at a time. May he carry you thru
with continued support, love, strength and
courage.
Daily Thoughts and Prayers,
Annmarie
David Irigoyen
April 29, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Janet Schwartz
April 29, 2019
Sharing in your sorrow with love and friendship. My condolences. No words can describe how sorry I am for your loss.
Rachel Leal
April 29, 2019
Gary and Family,
Words don't come easily with the loss of a such young person.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Treasure good memories and may he rest in peace.
Rachel and Greg
Joe Hilliard
April 29, 2019
Thoughts and prayers are with all family and friends.
Jana Seagraves
April 29, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Mike's passing. He was a wonderful man and so full of life. He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
Mike Gentry
April 29, 2019
So sorry to hear of Mikes passing, to his Wife, Family and friends my deepest sympathies. His spirit will live on forever. Rest In Peace .
Christine Pignatiello
April 29, 2019
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
April 29, 2019
Dear Ann Marie and Gary,
It is with love and sadness that we send our sincere condolences on the loss of your dear son Michael. May your memories and the love of family and friends surround you and give you strength and peace in the days ahead. You all will be in our prayers.
Love, Cousin Linda and Richard Fortier
April 29, 2019
Ann Marie and Gary we are saddened to hear about the passing of Mike. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Peter and Laurie Ferraro
April 29, 2019
Our sincere condolences. Thank you for all the great memories of you Mike. You will be missed.RIP.
Mary Russell
April 29, 2019
I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Mike. He was definitely one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife and family in the very difficult time.
Doreen kelly
April 29, 2019
AnnMarie and Gary we write this with a heavy heart. So sorry for the loss of Mike. Sending our condolences. The Kelly Family, John, Doreen, John and Brian
Jess Roy
April 29, 2019
I only knew Mike and for a short time. In that short time I knew how special of a person he was. He touched my heart. It was a pleasure to have met him. May he Rest In Peace and fly high with the Angels. My condolences to his family and friends.
Kerry Dibuono
April 29, 2019
We are so very sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Kerry and Phil Dibuono
Kerry Dibuono
April 29, 2019
We are so very sorry for your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Kerry and Phil Dibuono
Nick Stevenson
April 29, 2019
My condolences to Meg, and both her & Mike's families. Mike was an uplifting and heartwarming fellow, and he passed from this world too soon.
Our hearts are with you, Meg. Your Metso family loves the both of you very much. We're here for you if you need anything.
michael dinardo
April 29, 2019
I hope that our Lord brings you and your family the much-needed peace during this sad time. My condolences to you and your family.
Christine Pimentel
April 29, 2019
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I never met Mike, but I know Megan and her parents. They loved him so much and always spoke so highly of him. This breaks my heart. May he RIP.
Cheryl Shea
April 29, 2019
Dear Gary , Ann Marie , Nick and Meg, I am so very sorry to learn about Mike. I cried when I learned that his cancer had returned . From the early days of soccer to last year when he called about his new home ...my experiences found Mike to be respectful, engaging , intelligent, appreciative... he was the nicest kid ten fold . Every mother would want her daughter to be with him. Mike was so happy to tell me about his new home and his engagement to his beautiful Meg! I told him how proud I was of him to accomplish so much so young! It's truly heartbreaking and I , Joseph and Alexandra extend our sincerest condolences and prayers. Big hug to all . It is so unfair! Love to the Bodge family ❤
Neil Matthews
April 29, 2019
Sorry for your loss.
Sean Parsons
April 28, 2019
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you! I will always remember seeing Mike almost every day at Mass Health and Fitness.
Liz Buianowski
April 28, 2019
Mike was one of my good friends and groomsman and boy did he make sure it was a day we all remembered. Heaven gained such a great spirit and he left us with incredible, hilarious, memorable memories. Love you and miss you yah big ol goofball. You are already so missed.
Jimmy Derosier
April 28, 2019
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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