Gregory S. Bodenhorn
May 14, 1947- August 31, 2021
Captain Gregory S. Bodenhorn, USNR, 74, of Dunkirk, MD passed away on August 31, 2021, at his residence surrounded by family. Greg was born on May 14, 1947 to Donald P. and Alvina W. Bodenhorn. Greg was a part of the ROTC program at Columbia University. Upon graduation with a Geology Degree in 1968 he accepted a commission in the US Navy. He served for a total of 26 years; encompassing both active duty and reserves. He served 2 tours in Vietnam before being assigned to the Oceanographer of the Navy Office in Suitland, MD.
Greg married Catherine Dean on April 7, 1973. They lived in Temple Hills, MD until moving to Dunkirk, MD in 1992. They were blessed with 4 children and 10 grandchildren.
Greg was employed as a Senior Supervisory Security Officer for the Department of Defense for 30 years. He was a member of the Covenant Community of Jesus the Good Shepherd Church in Owings, where he was active in the RCIA Program, Engaged Couples Ministry, and the Men’s Club. He also served as a Eucharistic Minister and Lector for many years. Gregory was a geologist and “rock-hound” and was a member of the PG County Rock and Mineral Club. Rocks, minerals and gemology were his passion.
He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years Catherine, his daughter Sara (Aaron), son Kyle (Katie), son Gavin (Amye), daughter Julianne (Christian), grandchildren Caraline, Riley, Olivia, Kaiden, John, Zander, Paige, Savannah, Hadleigh, and Asher as well as his brother Russell (Debbie) Bodenhorn. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald and Alvina (Wege) Bodenhorn, sister Donna and mother-in-law Iris Dean.
Greg’s brain was donated to the University of Maryland Brain Bank in Baltimore, MD to be used for Glioblastoma Multiforme Research. So, the family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made in Greg’s name to the Glioblastoma Foundation (glioblastomafoundation.org) or to Jesus the Good Shepherd Church for the Men’s Club Scholarship Fund.
The service will be livestreamed on the Jesus the Good Shepherd YouTube channel and can be accessed by using the following link https://www.youtube.com/c/JesustheGoodShepherdCatholicCommunity
Visitation
Friday, September 17, 2021
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
&
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Services
- Mass of Christian Burial
Saturday, September 18, 2021
11:00 AM
Jesus the Good Shepherd Catholic Church
1601 W Mt Harmony Road
Owings, MD 20736
Contributions
Condolences
Sort Comments
4 Sep 2021
9:07pm
My family and I will miss seeing you. Prayers offered.
City
Chesapeake Beach
State
MD
5 Sep 2021
12:48pm
I’m praying that Greg’s family and friends find much comfort in knowing this good man is in Heaven and that we’ll all be seeing him again. That doesn’t mean that I personally won’t miss him a lot. I can’t imagine how much people who were blessed to know him better will miss him. May the Holy Spirit comfort all of us.
City
Chesapeake Beach
State
MD
6 Sep 2021
11:15am
To the Bodenhorn Family, I feel blessed to have met your Dad and Mom and to know that they raised remarkable children. Another blessing for them both was to have had their grands come into their lives. Sending many prayers to you. I know this is a difficult time but he will continue to watch from above. Debbie, Josh, and Matt Disharoon
City
Fredericksburg
State
VA
7 Sep 2021
9:03pm
Betty and I were so very sorry to learn of Greg’s passing. Although we both retired from civil service long ago, we fondly remember Greg’s friendship and broad knowledge, especially conversations about gemstones. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
City
Olathe
State
Kansas
9 Sep 2021
11:34am
Greg was such a gentleman in every regard, and a loving family man who loved the Lord. May God comfort you in the days ahead during this most difficult time. Peace…
City
Dinkirk
State
Md
12 Sep 2021
7:26pm
Please accept my deepest sympathy on Greg’s passing.
City
Owings
State
Maryland
13 Sep 2021
4:19pm
I remember the Bodenhorn family when they moved to the Dunkirk area. Greg was a great man and would do anything for anyone. You all were truly blessed to have had a wonderful father / husband / grandfather. Cherish all of those wonderful memories and keep them close to your hearts. Your angel will be with you all daily.
City
Huntingtown
State
MD
16 Sep 2021
3:56pm
Dear Kathy and family,
We are so deeply saddened to hear of Greg’s passing. He was such a beautiful soul, such a kind and caring man. We pray for your comfort and healing at this unimaginable time. Your family will be in our prayers always.
Michele and Jack Harrison and Family.
City
Sunderland
State
MD
16 Sep 2021
4:42pm
Our family will miss seeing Greg with his beautiful family in the pews of JGS. It was wonderful all he did for our parish! God bless you, the entire family – our prayers are with you.
City
Dunkirk
State
MD
17 Sep 2021
10:51am
Deepest sympathies to hear of Greg’s passing. The great example that he set was always clearly visible in the character and integrity of Sara, Kyle, Gavin, and Julie. He was a friendly face and a role model to all that knew him. Best wishes to the family.
City
Hillsborough
State
NJ
17 Sep 2021
3:57pm
Cathy, my prayers are with you and your family.
Nancy Douglas Green
City
Selbyville
State
DE
17 Sep 2021
7:39pm
My heart go out to Kathy and Sara Kyle, Gavin, and Julie. Your dad was a great man. 5months I knew him, he was my buddy.. Everytime I drink a coffee I remember him asking can I have some. I’m so sorry…
City
White plains
State
Md
18 Sep 2021
9:25am
Please accept our deepest sympathy on Greg’s passing; his pain is gone. We enjoyed our many discussions with him at Church and at Scouting events, and watching our children grow with his. He is missed.
City
Owings
State
MD
Sort Comments
My family and I will miss seeing you. Prayers offered.
I’m praying that Greg’s family and friends find much comfort in knowing this good man is in Heaven and that we’ll all be seeing him again. That doesn’t mean that I personally won’t miss him a lot. I can’t imagine how much people who were blessed to know him better will miss him. May the Holy Spirit comfort all of us.
To the Bodenhorn Family, I feel blessed to have met your Dad and Mom and to know that they raised remarkable children. Another blessing for them both was to have had their grands come into their lives. Sending many prayers to you. I know this is a difficult time but he will continue to watch from above. Debbie, Josh, and Matt Disharoon
Betty and I were so very sorry to learn of Greg’s passing. Although we both retired from civil service long ago, we fondly remember Greg’s friendship and broad knowledge, especially conversations about gemstones. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Greg was such a gentleman in every regard, and a loving family man who loved the Lord. May God comfort you in the days ahead during this most difficult time. Peace…
Please accept my deepest sympathy on Greg’s passing.
I remember the Bodenhorn family when they moved to the Dunkirk area. Greg was a great man and would do anything for anyone. You all were truly blessed to have had a wonderful father / husband / grandfather. Cherish all of those wonderful memories and keep them close to your hearts. Your angel will be with you all daily.
Dear Kathy and family,
We are so deeply saddened to hear of Greg’s passing. He was such a beautiful soul, such a kind and caring man. We pray for your comfort and healing at this unimaginable time. Your family will be in our prayers always.
Michele and Jack Harrison and Family.
Our family will miss seeing Greg with his beautiful family in the pews of JGS. It was wonderful all he did for our parish! God bless you, the entire family – our prayers are with you.
Deepest sympathies to hear of Greg’s passing. The great example that he set was always clearly visible in the character and integrity of Sara, Kyle, Gavin, and Julie. He was a friendly face and a role model to all that knew him. Best wishes to the family.
Cathy, my prayers are with you and your family.
Nancy Douglas Green
My heart go out to Kathy and Sara Kyle, Gavin, and Julie. Your dad was a great man. 5months I knew him, he was my buddy.. Everytime I drink a coffee I remember him asking can I have some. I’m so sorry…
Please accept our deepest sympathy on Greg’s passing; his pain is gone. We enjoyed our many discussions with him at Church and at Scouting events, and watching our children grow with his. He is missed.