Notes for: Michael William Bodine
From Ronny Bodine (Dec. 24, 2024):
Obituary, Southeast Missourian (Cape Girardeau, MO) of 18 Nov 2024.
Michael William Bodine, age 74, of Cape Girardeau, MO, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2024. Michael was born on September 9, 1950, in Cape Girardeau, MO. to William (Bill) Bodine and Jane (Mehrle) Bodine. The eldest of four children. He loved drawing and coloring and wanted to be an artist. He began work at Cape Girardeau Sheltered Workshop (VIP Industries) in 1971 and worked there for over 53 years. He found his work at VIP extremely rewarding and was proud of the independence that work provided. Michael loved SEMO football and basketball and was a long-time season ticket holder. In the summer, he could be found at Capaha Park band shelter helping set up for the municipal band concerts. He was a devoted member of Christ Evangelical Church serving as deacon, collecting offerings, most importantly helping make the apple butter. In his younger years, he could often be seen riding his bike around town. He loved visiting his brother in Florida where he continued to find pride helping with maintenance at Camaron Cove Resort. Michael is survived by his siblings, Mark (Marta) Bodine of Largo Fl; Stephen Bodine of St. Louis; and Martha (Cord) Polen of Cape Girardeau, as well as his two nieces Sarah Polen (Brad Main) of Evanston, IL., and Emily (Jacob) Buell of Jackson, MO. Sincere thanks to the many people who served as part of Michael's community: VIP industries and Regency House Apartments, for providing avenues for Michael to assert and maintain his independence; the Lutheran Home and St. Francis Hospital, for providing peace and comfort in his final days; and Christ Evangelical Church, for a lifetime of faith and spiritual comfort. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to VIP Industries or Christ Evangelical Church. A memorial visitation will be held Friday, November 22, 2024, from 9-11am at Ford and Sons Funeral Home Mt. Auburn Chapel. A memorial service will follow with Pastor Deborah Tracey officiating. Inurnment will follow in the Cape County Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com.