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William H. Boedeker, Jr., 90, died Friday, March 21, 2014, at the Towne House Retirement Center. He was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin; he lived most of his life in Fort Wayne and graduated from North Side High School and Wayne State University. He served in the Pacific Theater during World War II, receiving three Purple Hearts and the Bronze Star for his valor. After the war, he was recruited by the Chicago Rockets, and played six years of professional football with the Rockets, Green Bay Packers, Philadelphia Eagles, and Cleveland Browns. Upon completion of his football career, he worked for Capehart/Farnsworth and Magnavox, later he served as President of Universal Merchandise Company. Active in the community, he was a member of Orchard Ridge Country Club and the One Hundred Percent Club. Surviving family include his daughter, Beth (Robert) Haller, son, William R. (Katrina) Boedeker, and grandsons, Kevin and Kent Boedeker. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia. Private family services will precede inurnment at Lindenwood Cemetery at a later date. Advantage Funeral & Cremation Services are handling arrangements.
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March 28, 2014
March 28, 2014
Ara Parseghian
I have lost another old Cleveland Browns
teammate. A fine gentleman.
Ara Parseghian
March 24, 2014
Carol Suedhoff
Carol Suedhoff remembers Pat and Bill as long time much appreciated friends and neighbors. Pat and I were Delta Gammas together at Bowling Green and fast friends. We even
traded maternity clothes. Thinking of you Beth
March 24, 2014
My deepest sympathy Beth. Now your parents and mine can have a foursome round of golf.
Sue Beaver (Widenhofer)
March 24, 2014
SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MAY YOU DRAW CLOSE TO OUR LOVING GOD BY READING HIS WORD, AND FIND COMFORT IN THE HOPE THAT HE GIVES US ALL : OF SEEING OUR LOVED ONES AGAIN IN A BEAUTIFUL NEW PARADISE HERE ON EARTH.
March 24, 2014
John Mason
Beth,
My deepest condolences on the death of your father. I remember from our conversations that he had been at Magnavox, but I had no idea he played professional football! I know you thought a great deal of your father and I am certain he will be missed. Remember him often.
John H. Mason
Friend of Beth's from IU
Atlanta, GA
March 24, 2014
Peter & Chris Ford
Our condolences on your loss. It's a new day for WHD - and for you too. He (and your Mom & Aunt!) were so fortunate to have you as their caregivers and advocates, visitors and guides to the next stop on their journey home. We hope you can now rest up, having been relieved from handling all the crises that have come to you in the last 10 years of their lives.
May God bless your Dad for the good things he did in his life - and bless you for your great service!
March 24, 2014
Terry Haffner
Bill,Katrina,Kevin and Kent,
My thoughts are certainly with you today.
Losing loved ones is the hardest part of life.Having so many enduring memories however is the best and easiest part which lives in our hearts forever.
God bless you all.
March 24, 2014
Beth and Bob,
Sorry to hear of your loss. Another one from a great era. I could only hope to live to 90. Let the good memories of your Dad help to heal your sorrow.
Mark Chappuis
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