Dick H. Bosma

1928 - 2013

Dick H. Bosma obituary, 1928-2013

BORN

1928

DIED

2013

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Alexander Funeral Home-Newburgh Chapel

5333 Old Indiana 261

Newburgh, Indiana

Dick Bosma Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 1, 2013.

Dick H. Bosma, 84, of Newburgh, passed away Friday, February 01, 2013, at Deaconess Gateway Heart Hospital. He was born March 10, 1928, in Munster, IN.

He was a Carpenter Contractor and started Bosma Construction with his two sons, Steven and Alan in 1964; he worked there until retirement in 1995. Dick was a faithful member of Chandler Nazarene Church. He was Sunday School Superintendent and also served on church boards for 45 years. He was president of Chandler Holiness Camp for 13 years.

Dick was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Marie Lutz, Catherine Lutz; and brother, Garrett Bosma.

He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Marilyn; daughter, Brenda (Leroy) Hartz; sons, Steve (Dawn) and Alan (Julie) Bosma; grandchildren, Brian (Kathy) and Brent (Shannon) Hartz, Shannon (Bill) Casey, Scott (Claire) Bosma, Rachel Short, Laura (Justin) Govanus, Brandi (Matthew) Elpers, and Brooke (Chris) Baker; great grandchildren, Zayne, Ian, Brooks and Ashley Hartz, Harman, Hayden, and Heston Casey, Henry Bosma, Ella and Owen Elpers, and Jagger Burns; sisters, Klazina Miller and Johanna Gentry.

Services will be 1:00 PM, Monday, February 4, 2013, at Alexander Newburgh Chapel, officiated by Rev. Kenton Daugherty and Rev. Dennis King, with burial at Maple Grove Cemetery in Boonville. Friends may visit Sunday, 1-6 PM and Monday, 11:00 AM until service time at the funeral home.

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February 8, 2013

Danny Bullock

I had no idea, just found out a few minutes ago while searching around on line. So sorry.

February 6, 2013

Pam & Chuck Thomas

Thinking of you at this time of your loss. I know that Dave was there to meet him and chat about what has been going on over the past 9 year. You are in our prayers. I pray that mom and you get to visit soon.

February 6, 2013

Pat VanLandingham

So sorry to hear about Dick's passing, you are in our thoughts and prayers. Miss everyone very much...

February 5, 2013

Jim Thomas and German American Family

Alan & Family......
You have our prayers and Sympathy,
We realize that you,your family and our community will miss your Dad. Certainly your Dad is with the Lord and he blessed many people with building them a quality home. What a wonderful example he left for you and all of us that working hard and being honest is so critical to life itself.

February 4, 2013

Bob and Tracy Stanton

So sorry to hear of you loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Bosma family.

February 4, 2013

John and Karen Peninger

To All the Bosma Family,
We are so very sorry to learn of the loss of your father, Dick and although we are never ready to let them go, we hope you will find comfort in that he is with his heavenly Father. All of you will remain in our thoughts and heartfelt prayers.

February 3, 2013

Mae Redman and Family

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

February 3, 2013

Barbara & Al Maldonado

To the Bosma family: We are very sorry to hear of the loss of Dick. He was always a good guy and always ready to help out when needed. Our sympathy and prayers are with all the family.

February 3, 2013

Bernard & Sherry Owens

MArilyn we are so sorry for your loss. Dick will be missed. WE are keeping you & your family in our prayers

February 3, 2013

RICHARD & JOYCE SIMPSON

Marilyn & Family......
Our Deepest Sympathy,
Dick, Steve & Alan built our house on Bosma Dr, 1978, we were so blessed to have them as our builders...Dick's Christian example and honesty was so refreshing, What a wonderful example for his family to follow....TIL' WE MEET AT JESUS FEET....

February 3, 2013

Mark Schultheis

Marilyn and family,

You have my deepest sympathy. I enjoyed knowing and working with Dick over the years. He was a fine man.

February 2, 2013

Marilyn, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.

Greg, Lisa, Nathan, Nicole and Matthew Wilson

February 2, 2013

Virgie Kuhlenschmidt

I remember the first time I met Dick, He built our first home. A very caring man . A man of his word. Prayers for your families

February 2, 2013

diana finney

marilyn im so sorry for your loss,god bless you and your family

February 2, 2013

marilyn, im so sorry for your loss may god be with you.i havent seen you for many years you were a good friend to the finnys maubra & george bless you and the family. diana finney

February 1, 2013

Dean Hamby

To the Bosma Family--

Sorry to see that Dick has passed away. I was Manager of Lensing Wholesale`s Pella Windows of Evansville Division for 11 years.
my Daughter, Belinda worked for me later at Siemers Glass`s Eagle Windows of Evansville.

Having buried Belinda`s Mom and my Dear 2nd Wife, I do know how to and will PRAY for your family during this DIFFICULT time.

Godspeed Dick and God bless and comfort you all.

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