Barbara Joan Bodnar Obituary
The family announces the passing of Barbara Joan Bodnar of Clark, New Jersey on July 26, 2026. Barbara, born on April 1, 1932, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Joan Bodnar to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Stanley Bogus and Rose Bogus (Zimniski); her husband John Bodnar, Jr.; her sons, Douglas and James "Jay" Bodnar; her sisters, Jeanne Ade and Katherine Bogus; and her brother-in-law Fred Ade.
She is survived by: her sons, John Bodnar III (Karen Fielding Bodnar) and Glenn Bodnar (Suzanne Murphy); her grandchildren, John Winthrop, Jacqueline Webster (Sam), Margaret Bodnar, Cooper Bodnar and Harrison Bodnar; her great grandchildren, John Thomas, Brody, Trey Bodnar, Samuel and Boyden Webster; and her sister Diane Swartz (Carl "Chick"). She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers donations to The Butch Kowal Foundation, Attn: M. Kowal, 1104 Midwood Drive, Rahway, NJ, 07065, https://www.paypal.com in her memory would be appreciated. The Butch Kowal Foundation provides scholarships to graduating seniors at Rahway High School and neighboring towns, as well as contributing to local charities and organizations aimed at helping improve the community.
