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ALLEN BODNER (AL)
Born: Aug 12, 1944
Date of Passing: Apr 05, 2020
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ALLEN BODNER
August 12, 1944 - April 5, 2020
He leaves to mourn his wife of 52 years, Colleen; daughter Nancy (Marc); sister Irene (Rick); sister in law Joani, brother-in-law Howie, and nieces and nephews, Holly (Perry), Lorne (Kelly), April, Carla (Luciano) and Kenton. Al was predeceased by his daughter Angela, parents, Mary and Andrew, sister-in -law Lona and brother-in-law David.
Al was born in Winnipeg on August 12, 1944 and grew up on the family farm in Kirkness. He started farming at age 12 and was still farming at age 75. He was a choir boy at Immaculate Conception Church. He attended Melrose School, Springfield Collegiate Institute and the University of Manitoba. He took over running the farm when his father was no longer able.
Al and Colleen were married on June 10, 1967 at Immaculate Conception Church. They lived in Winnipeg and had two daughters.
Al later worked as a salesman for a steel building firm. He took over the franchise and added a home improvement division. In 1985 he decided to go back to farming full time.
Al liked to have breakfast in Oakbank with his farm buddies every morning. He enjoyed family get togethers, meeting friends for coffee and meals, watching sports, tractor club meetings and his John Deere machinery.
We wish to thank the E5 staff at St. Boniface Hospital for their kind and professional care.
Cremation will take place and a Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Boniface Hospital would be appreciated.
Chapel Lawn Funeral Home
204-885-9715
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Apr 11, 2020
Condolences & Memories (5 entries)
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Colleen and family, I was so sorry to hear of Al's passing. I have fond memories of gatherings on Reiny Drive. I remember him coming over with grain samples for Steve to grade! That always made me chuckle! Take care... - Posted by: Lynn Gacek (Friend) on: Apr 18, 2020
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Coleen and Family, so sorry to here this sad news. Allen was a good friend from when we were toddlers. We have so many good memories. - Posted by: Al and Ann Roscoe (Childhood neighbour and friend) on: Apr 12, 2020
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Nancy and Marc, Sorry to hear about your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. - Posted by: Valerie and Harold Renn (Friend) on: Apr 11, 2020
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So sorry for your loss and deepest condolences to Colleen and family. Take care and we will have you in our thoughts. Cathy, Ashley and Sara Halipchuk - Posted by: Cathy, Ashley and Sara Rhalip huk (Friend) on: Apr 11, 2020
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I am so sorry to hear of Allen’s passing. My deepest condolences to Colleen and the family. I will always remember our fun filled summer days at the farm. Rest In Peace, dear cousin. Elaine 😪 - Posted by: Elaine Ritchie (Cousin) on: Apr 11, 2020
