Obituary of Richard A. Bodalski

We mourn the loss but celebrate the life of Richard A. Bodalski, 80, formerly of Brighton, MI who passed away June 18, 2020, in St Petersburg, FL from complications of liver cancer. He was born in Detroit, MI October 11, 1939 son of the late Virginia and Arthur Bodalski. Mary Lynn, his loving wife of 54 years survives him. He was the proud and loving father of Erich (Melissa) of Brighton and Danielle (Lance) of Chicago, grandpa to six grandchildren, brother to Barbara, Greg (Ramona), Cynthia, Dolores, Kathy (Ron), Diane, Nancy (Ken), Fran, brother-in-law to Lynda and uncle to many nieces and nephews. He served in the U.S. Army from 1959 to 1962 stationed in Wurzburg, Germany. He retired from Volk Corporation in MI after 43 years. He was a kind, gentle, and generous man, loving, loyal, hardworking, and funny. He loved his family, his country, and had a quiet but strong faith in God. Memorial contributions may be made in Richard’s name to: Capuchin Soup Kitchen, PO Box 772091, Detroit, MI 48277 or Wounded Warrior Family Support 11218 John Galt Blvd. Suite 103, Omaha, NE 68137.