Neil Allen Bodzin's Obituary
Neil Allen Bodzin, 66, of Decatur, IL, passed away October 28, 2019 at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home.
Neil was born April 8, 1953 in Detroit, MI, the son of Harry and Dorothy (Zuckerbaum) Bodzin. Neil was an electrical engineer and operated his own security and communications business.
Prior to his illness, Neil was greatly involved with BJBE Temple in Deerfield, IL. He enjoyed playing the piano and loved playing bingo and trivia games.
Surviving are his children, Sara Elizabeth Nave (Tim) of Decatur, IL, Ethan Bodzin of Bryan, TX; grandchildren, Logan William Nave, Emily Grace Nave; sister-in-laws, Tanya Bodzin of Alexandria, VA, and Pearlena Bodzin, Beachwood, OH.
He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Stephen Bodzin, Jason Bodzin, Dennis Podden and Yale Podden.
Funeral service will be held 10:00 AM Thursday at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home. Visitation will be from 10 – 11 AM, Thursday, at the funeral home. Burial will be at Fairlawn Cemetery, Decatur, IL.
In lieu of flowers, memorials have been suggested to be given to Decatur Public Schools Foundation/ Subject line: Neil Bodzin.
The Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home has been entrusted with the care of Neil. Condolences may be left to Neil’s family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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