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Ronald Gene “Nick” Bode

September 6, 1946 - March 5, 2018

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Voss Chapel
316 North Chestnut Street
Seymour, IN 47274
Thursday 3/8, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Zion Lutheran Church
1501 Gaiser Drive
Seymour, IN 47274
Friday 3/9, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

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Zion Lutheran Church
1501 Gaiser Drive
Seymour, IN 47274
Friday 3/9, 11:00 am

Mr. Ronald Gene “Nick” Bode, 71, of Seymour, passed away on Monday March 5, 2018, at Schneck Medical Center. He was born in Columbus on September 6, 1946, to the late Earl and Vera (Peters) Bode. Funeral Services will be conducted by Voss & Sons Funeral Service at Zion Lutheran Church on Friday, March 9 at 11am with Revs. Jeff Stuckwisch and Bradley Akey officiating. Burial will follow at Riverview Cemetery. Family and friends may call at Voss & Sons Funeral Service on Thursday from 4-8 pm and on Friday at the church from 10 am until the time of service.
He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church. On July 10, 1966, he married Jeanne Gresham, she survives.
He was the founder of Bode Electric Inc and President from 1974 � 2012. His hobbies included model railroading, camping, traveling, and singing in the Lutheran Men’s Chorus. He enjoyed playing games and spending time with his grandchildren, and spending time with family and friends especially during their time living at Lutheran Lake. He was a generous volunteer of his time serving over the years with the Jennings County Sheriff’s Department, and in various board capacities with Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Zion Lutheran Church and the Lutheran Lake Resort Association.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Jeanne Bode; son, Kent (Shane) Bode; grandchildren, Lauren Bode and Daniel Bode; sisters-in-law, Helen McIntosh (Larry) and Vicki Bode; brother-in-law, Steve Gresham (Angie); and many nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents; son, Brian Bode; and brothers, Ervin “Butch” Bode and Louis Bode.
Memorials may be written to Zion Lutheran Church General Fund, Trinity Lutheran High School Debt Reduction Fund or Donor’s choice, in care of Voss & Sons Funeral Service.
Online condolences may be given on the funeral home website at www.vossfuneralservice.com

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Voss Chapel
316 North Chestnut Street
Seymour, IN 47274
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Thursday 3/8, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Zion Lutheran Church
1501 Gaiser Drive
Seymour, IN 47274
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Friday 3/9, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
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Zion Lutheran Church
1501 Gaiser Drive
Seymour, IN 47274
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Friday 3/9, 11:00 am

Mr. Ronald Gene “Nick” Bode, 71, of Seymour, passed away on Monday March 5, 2018, at Schneck Medical Center. He was born in Columbus on September 6, 1946, to the late Earl and Vera (Peters) Bode. Funeral Services will be conducted by Voss & Sons Funeral Service at Zion Lutheran Church on Friday, March 9Continue Reading

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Mary Arnholt left a message on March 8, 2018:
Our Fathers were cousins and also best friends, so our families shared many wonderful memories together. Nick and Butch were mischievous and full of fun. You never knew what they were going to do next. Our families butchered together. Aunt Mame Bode gave Nick and I the job of stuffing the sausage. I thought slow and precise was the answer but Nick was stronger so he was given the job of turning the crank - big mistake! Everything would be going well and then all of a sudden he would speed it up, which broke the casing and "we" would get in big trouble. Nick and I laughed and laughed but only after we were fired from our job!! Everyone will miss his contagious smile. Jeannie you were the perfect wife for Nick. Patient, calm, understanding and a great business partner. Nick told me one time "he wouldn't have been anybody without you". He loved you dearly. I am sorry we are at our home in Florida and will not be able to attend the viewing or funeral. Rest in peace Nick - we will miss you! Mary Eickbush Arnholt
left a message on March 7, 2018:
With Deepest Sympathy Gift Basket was purchased for the family of Ronald Gene "Nick" Bode.
Dave and Connie Geis left a message on March 7, 2018:
Jeanne and family, we are so sorry to learn of the passing of our friend Nick. You will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Unfortunately, we are wintering in Naples, FL and cannot be there for the viewing and funeral. Our hearts are heavy and we will be with you in spirit. We have many fond memories of working with Nick and your great service team at Bode Electric over decades. He will be greatly missed. Dave and Connie Geis
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