of Norfork, AR
February 22, 1941 - January 3, 2024
Mr. Wayne Edward Bodenhamer, 82, passed away Wednesday, January 3, 2024. He was born February 22, 1941 in Fort Wayne, IN to the late Loyd and Lorena (McKnight) Bodenhamer.
He leaves behind his wife of 43 years, Loretta Bodenhamer and his wonderful, much-loved children, Mary Faith Bodenhamer Doering and husband, Wayne, Adriene Kay Pierce and husband, Jon, John Martin Bodenhamer and wife, Donna, Chris Tyna Bodenhamer Foster and husband, Stephen, Shawna Michelle Bodenhamer Pokornowski and Adam Lauritsen.
Grandsons, Jon Pierce, John Bodenhamer, Josiah Bodenhamer, Zachary Howes, Evan Pokornowski, Tim Pokornowski, Markus Pokornowski, Talon Lauritsen and Benjamin Foster.
Granddaughters, Nicole Anderla, Janasia Romling, Riley Howes, Maelyn Pokornowski, Elli Lauritsen, Aesa and Nyleah Howes and Clara Foster. 10 Great grandchildren and a wonderful group of nieces and nephews.
Brothers, Kenneth Dale Bodenhamer, Howard Lee Bodenhamer, Fred Bodenhamer and sister, Ruth Campagna.
Wayne was an avid outdoorsman, trapper, fly fisherman and hunter of fowl and beast.
He was also an x-ray technician, a theater owner and hardware store owner.
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8 Condolence(s)
Sue Ellen Bodenhamer
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Wayne, you brought all my childhood heros of the plains and the western trappers full measure in the stories of your childhood trapping and later fly fishing. I particularly loved your inquisitive mind and desire to research, compare and contrast positions of national interest. I know that your brother H Lee, will always treasure the memories of his life with you and though he grieves your loss understands he will see you again. God blessed the world by your inclusion . Blessings to all who loved him friend and family
SueEllen
Howard Lee Bodenhamer
Tuesday, April 9, 2024
My brother and I were very close. He was a special person with a big heart. I am happy he is no longer suffering from the terrible pain caused by an operation on his back. But the pain of losing him will not diminish for a long time.
Frank Dawson
Monday, March 25, 2024
Wayne, you put great joy in my life. You left too soon. You will be missed.
Nikki Anderla
Monday, January 15, 2024
Grandpa, I will miss EVERYTHING about you. You helped raise me and teach me how to take care of myself and my family. You were always the most honest ant loving man. It hurts my heart that you are gone but I'm grateful that you hurt no longer. Thank you for always being there. I love you more than words can explain Bumpa
Rod and Rita Engle
Monday, January 8, 2024
We are deeply saddened and our hearts are broken. Wayne was a very special person who would do anything for anyone. He was an exceptionally avid fly fisherman. He was always interesting to listen to his fishing stories and anything you wanted to talk about. We will miss him. Lovingly, Rod and Rita Engle
Robert and Sara Goss
Sunday, January 7, 2024
Bob and I and all the folks at the Thursday Breakfast at Norfork Cafe send our condolences and prayers for all the family.
Robert and Sara Goss
Sunday, January 7, 2024
Bob and I and all the folks at the Thursday Breakfast at Norfork Cafe send our condolences and prayers for all the family.
Kevin Bodenhamer
Friday, January 5, 2024
Prayers for you all.
Kevin and rest of Bodenhamer’s from Baxter County.