of Moro, AR

September 20, 1924 - September 7, 2020

Albert Bosnick, 95, of Moro, Arkansas passed away Monday, September 7, 2020. Albert was born on September 20, 1924 in Moro, Arkansas to Frank Bosnick and Zellie Traylor Bosnick.

He married Knoxylene Jones Bosnick in 1948. Knoxylene was his constant companion for 71 years and 10 months. He graduated from Moro High School. He was in the military 4 years, serving in World War II, aboard the LSTs of the United States Navy, in the Pacific. After the Navy, Albert farmed in Lee County, Arkansas for 74 years. He started farming with mules, and witnessed the evolution into the machinery of today. Albert was a lifelong member of St. Andrews Catholic Church in Marianna, Arkansas. He served on the building committee for many years.

Albert was also the Mayor of Moro. He was an avid hunter, first by necessity, then pleasure. Albert was an inspiration at his church, in the community, and to all who knew him. He was an incredible husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend that loved his family dearly.

He is survived by his wife, Knoxylene, son, Lanny (Sharon) Bosnick of Moro, daughters, Pam (Robin) Johnson of Marianna, Terrye (David) Vowell of Moro, and Lisa (Ron) Bodenhamer of Thousand Oaks, California. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 15 great grandchildren, and 1 great great grandchild.

Graveside services will be held Friday, September 11, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. at Marianna Memorial Park in Marianna, Arkansas.

Pallbearers will be his grandsons, Jason Bosnick, Sean Bosnick, Brandon Bosnick, Craig Johnson, Zachary Northcutt, Tommy Bodenhamer, and Jesse Bodenhamer.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Mike Horton, Joseph Norsworthy and Preston Clegg.

The family requests memorials be made to St. Andrew's Catholic Church, c/o Pam Johnson, 460 N Forrest Street, Marianna, AR 72360.
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in Marianna, Arkansas has charge of arrangements (870)295-2528. Family and friends may view and sign online guestbook www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/Marianna.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
621 West Chestnut Street
Marianna, AR  72360
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com