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Willard F Bodine

1935 - 2021

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Amy Brensinger posted a condolence

Wednesday, July 14, 2021

So many memories of this wonderful man. He was my history teacher at Harmony & coach at BHS. The best... Him talking, walking away, & returning and pick up where he left off. Then later, sharing a drink @ musikfest in Bethlehem. Still felt like that grade schooler & shouldn't be doing drinking. His voice, his laugh, & his smile...yes, he smiled. He was a Very caring man. He will be missed. My heartfelt condolences to the Bodine family. ♥️

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Craig Robinson posted a condolence

Tuesday, July 13, 2021

Brian Sorry to hear about your dad. He was a really good man and had a profound effect on my life. I'm glad our paths crossed. Craig Robinson

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Sue Duimstra-Ogas posted a symbolic gesture

Monday, July 12, 2021

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I was one of the lucky kids of Harmony to have been taught by Mr. Bodine. I treasure the memories of 7th and 8th grade in the late 70's with him as a teacher, mentor, and friend. He was a stand out, one who genuinely cared for his students. Sending my condolences to his family, friends, and all who loved him for comfort in the days ahead without his presence. May he rest in peace. ~ Sue Duimstra

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Larry SMITH posted a condolence

Monday, July 5, 2021

A man I looked up to,my teacher,my friend. Larry Smith

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Jackie Richards Corley lit a candle

Sunday, July 4, 2021

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Sunday, July 4, 2021

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Brooke Ehasz Rhinehart Coached softball team

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Nancy Skoog posted a condolence

Sunday, July 4, 2021

Beth Ann, So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. My condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Nancy Skoog

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Deb Colantano posted a condolence

Sunday, July 4, 2021

He had the roar of a lion and the heart of a teddy bear. I can still hear his laugh. I’ll never forget when he found his pipe, in a train at Strasbug Rairoad, that he had lost there the year before. I am so blessed to have been influenced by him in the classroom, on the court and on the field. RIP Mr. Bodine. And thank you.

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Danette Johnson lit a candle

Saturday, July 3, 2021

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N.y condolences to the family 7/8 grade Harmony school

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Larry Ehasz posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

Me Bodine coached me in the eighth grade and seventh grade in basketball at harmony township school he also coached my daughter in 2000 softball girls Brooke he was a wonderful coach and a very good teacher Larry Ehasz

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Amy Walker posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, July 3, 2021

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Mr. Bodine was my history teacher in 1984/85 and my basketball and softball team coach for all four years of high school 1990-94. I remember him like it was yesterday. He was a great mentor to me as a coach. A wonderful man. I’m not surprised to learn of all of his lifelong accomplishments.

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Bob Johnson posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

Sad news in a week of sad news. I have such great memories of Mr.Bodine. The best were the countless days riding around in his car, photographing and making note of the history and geography of Warren County for huge interactive 3D map that our class made. There are also the memories of him napping at his desk, stolen Mad magazine in his hand and his pipe in his mouth. We lost another great man, RIP GBNF

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Henry Dinger posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

Bill Bodine was one of a kind when it came to education and human ity. I recall playing on his first basketball team at Harmony when we practiced outside and played all away games because we had no gym in those days. He showed us what it meant to be tough and stick, to something and use teamwork to accomplish goals. I was fortunate to have a different relationship with him as awe played poker together many times in past years when Friday nights brought my family and he together with a few others to try our luck at low stakes cards. He used to joke that he hoped he won or else his class would not get lunch the following week. He would ask before a game what I needed this week as if to say that was an indication of how much he might lose. But he was a good poker player as well as a good coach, teacher and terrific human being. Mr. Bodine showed us all what it meant to live a life in service to others and his many lessons will survive for many years to come through all who knew him. I am a better person for having known him. My sincere condolences to the family. He leaves a giant legacy behind as an examplke we can fol,low. Rest east sir. Hank Dinger

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Duane Johnson posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

Mr. Bodine was one of my favorite teachers…ever. I vividly remember sitting next to him on the bus while we toured the battlefield at Gettysburg. RIP Mr Bodine…you made me a life long history nut and I can’t thank you enough for it.

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Kelly Tino posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

My coach at Belvidere high school, and then a customer at the red Wolfe, got to relive old times and talk with him when he and his wife came for dinner. He was a kind soul , respectful, and loved the way he would tell jokes and laugh. Say hello to Hippy for me coach. RIP and I'll miss seeing you around

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Candy Enste posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

So sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great teacher at Harmony Township Elementary School. He was one of the reasons I went into teaching. Candy Lovering Enste

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Brian Laise posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, July 3, 2021

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My condolences to the family Mr Bodine was and alway will be a very respected man respected by every ones lives he touched I being one of them He was a very intimidating when you first met him but the more time you spent with him you saw his loyalty to his friends and peers He will be greatly missed

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Todd Mohlmann posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

Bill…one more before we go Home?

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Lou schwarz posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

my favorite teacher and soccer coach . I ran into him several times around Washington. Was always so friendly. I paid for his wife and his breakfast once. He really appreciated that . Best 10 bucks I ever spent

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Suzanne Henshaw posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

My 8th grade teacher in Harmony from 1962-63.. Always remember his joking and patience.

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Janet Nooitgedagt posted a condolence

Saturday, July 3, 2021

My deepest sympathy to Bill's family. My late husband, Hippy coached girls softball with Bill at Belvidere High School. They spent many hours working together to mentor the team. I am sure that they are once again talking coaching strategies!! May your memories of a great guy become your treasures.

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Pamela Peacock Knight posted a symbolic gesture

Saturday, July 3, 2021

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Mr. Bodine was truly an amazing influence on so many lives! I was terrified when I found out he was my 7th grade home room teacher and grew to love him in no time flat. Words cannot express how grateful I am to have known him.

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Diane Sozanski Bigelow lit a candle

Saturday, July 3, 2021

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Joseph Blanche lit a candle

Friday, July 2, 2021

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I am sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Bodine. My brother Phil and I send our deepest thoughts and prayers to the Bodine family.I know Mr Bodine will be truly missed by many and his family. God bles

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Connie Berger lit a candle

Friday, July 2, 2021

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Karl Gross posted a condolence

Friday, July 2, 2021

I always looked forward to spending time with Willard. His humor and wit were second to no one. I smile when I think of him. Condolences to Beth, Brian, and family. Karl Gross

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Joseph and Nancy Krygoski lit a candle

Friday, July 2, 2021

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Patricia Fischer posted a condolence

Friday, July 2, 2021

We are sorry but know that Mr. Bodine will be United with his beloved Susan.I always looked forward to seeing him come into the diner and often sat and chatted with him. He loved his family. God bless you all

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Thursday, July 1, 2021

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