ST. MARY PARISH, LA. 

Obituary for: BODIN, MELVIN J. 

Submitted by: Louis Lavedan. 

Source: Monday, March 28, 2016

Died: Iberts Mortuary, Inc. Franklin, LA 70538

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BODIN, MELVIN J. 
July 21, 1943 - March 28, 2016

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Melvin J. Bodin, a native of Franklin and a 45 year resident of Baldwin, passed 
away at his home at the age of 72 on Monday, March 28, 2016.

Melvin was a veteran of the United States Army National Guard of LA. In his 
earlier years he enjoyed boating and fishing with his wife. Some other favorite 
pastimes included dancing, camping, RVing, and riding his motorcycle. He will 
be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Survivors include his children, Mark A. Bodin and his wife Sheila, Derrick A. 
Bodin Sr., and Jolinda A. Latham; three grandchildren, Derrick A. Bodin Jr., 
Brandon D. Latham, and Karla A. Latham; his brother, Gabriel Bodin Jr. and his 
wife Joy; his sister, Bonnie Bodin Thompson; and his mother-in-law, Pearl Lenz.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Janice Singleton Bodin; and his parents, 
Gabriel Bodin Sr. and Violet Concienne Bodin.

A gathering of family and friends will be held Friday, April 1, at Ibert's 
Mortuary in Franklin from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. Memorial services will 
begin at 5:00 p.m. with Deacon Jerry Bourg officiating.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Ibert's Mortuary, Inc.,

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