Obituary of Donald Bodine

Donald E. Bodine of Washington, died Wednesday, July 11, 2007 in Easton Hospital at the age of 74. Born October 8, 1932 in Washington, the son of he late Russell and Margaret Vannatta Bodine. He and his wife, the former Edna M. Bigley, were married for 54 years. Don was a 1950 graduate of Washington High School. In his early years, he worked as a farmer and a brick yard laborer and then was employed by M&M Mars Company. He then became a distributor of dairy products for Port Murray Dairy and Johanna Farms. He was the owner of a local service station, Bodine's Arco during the 1970's. He then worked for the Warren Hills School System as lead custodian, retiring after 20 years of service in 1997. He also worked part-time for the Oxford Hillside Cemetery and Advanced Auto Parts, up until the time of his death. Don was a midget baseball and wrestling coach in Washington Borough. He enjoyed bowling, golfing and watching his children and grandchildren play sports. He liked country music and singing while playing his guitar. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends, making others feel good just by his presence. He maintained his sense of humor until the very end. Memberships: He was a member of the Washington Elks Survivors: His beloved wife, Edna; two sons, Ronald & his wife Penny, and Thomas & his wife Debra, all of Mt. Bethel, PA; a daughter, Donna Parenti & husband Alfred of Alpha, NJ; two sisters, Betty Pulsinelli & Joan Trevarrow; a brother Richard; and five grandchildren, Lauren & Brad Bodine, Elizabeth & Meredith Bodine and Bryce Parenti. His brother, Carl Parr, and sister, Ellen Coleman,, preceded him in death. Services: Friends may call Sunday from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. at DeVoe Funeral Services, Inc., 136 W. Washington Ave, Washington NJ. Funeral service will be held Monday at 10:00 am at DeVoe Funeral Service Inc. Interment will be Monday in Port Murray Cemetery, Port Murray, NJ. Memorials: In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial gifts to Mount Bethel Lutheran Brethren Church, 1270 Belvidere Corner Road, Mt. Bethel, PA 18343. Online condolences may be expressed at www.devoefuneral.com. Tributes: -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dearest Bodines, You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. But I would ask that you celebrate Don's life, rather than mourn his loss. He touched countless people, and left each one a better person for having known him. He succeeded in all he did, as a man, spouse, father, friend, and American. Yes, he will be missed. But look around you and see that his legacy carries on. God bless you. With my love to all, Tony Cox -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: Ken and Barbara Treorrow Our deepest condolences to your family and friends...Ken and Barara -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Bodine Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all the way from Kentucky. May God be with you in your time of sorrow. All Our Love, Deanne and Dave Haggerty -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Tribute from: leigh ann price dutcher I am so sorry to hear of the passing of uncle don,please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers,i will always remember him with his guitar,and when he worked at the junior high,he will be missed -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Dear Joan, I was so very saddened to hear the news of your brother's passing. I remember him well. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. The grief we endure when losing a loved one is the hardest of all human emotions and can test our faith at times, but knowing that your brother is in a better place now hopefully will relieve some of your anguish and give you some comfort. I think of you often, Sandy -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- A caring friend who will remain in our thoughts forever. Terri A Baldwin