Birth date: Oct 2, 1947 Death date: Jul 16, 2026
On July 16, 2026 Charles Victor Bogdany - always known as Charlie - passed away. He is preceded in death by his parents Melvin and Muriel Bogdany and beloved grandparents Poppy Joe and Grandma Greene. He is survived by his broth Read Obituary
Charlie will be missed. Especially at our family holiday dinners that he so much enjoyed with his black coffee. I remember how much my mother would laugh at his sarcastic jokes. When I ask him how he was feeling, i get, “Next question “. Thank you for your service and for being such a loving grandfather to Nathan and Jordan. Rest in Peace. You deserve it.
I first met Mr. Bogdany as a child through my godmother, Kim, who is a close friend of his daughter, Erika. One summer, I took a trip with her to visit Ms. Erika and her family in New Jersey. Even though my visit was brief, I was welcomed with so much warmth and kindness by Erika and her entire family.
That trip has always held a special place in my heart because it was one of my very first experiences learning how to fish, an activity I later came to learn was one of Charles' greatest passions. He took me to a nearby lake and patiently taught me the basics. We didn't catch a single fish, probably largely because of me! But I left that day with something far more valuable: one of Charles' hats and a core childhood memory that I've carried with me ever since.
Like Charles, my own father served in the military and was on active duty during much of my childhood, which often meant he wasn't home. Looking back, I realize that this experience with Charles stayed with me for more reasons than I understood at the time. His kindness, patience, humility, and genuine care left an impression on a young boy that has never faded.
Those same qualities were clearly reflected in the family he raised. Even through life's more difficult seasons, his light never dimmed. It continues to shine through his children, his grandchildren, and in the countless memories he created with those fortunate enough to know him.
Thank you, Charles, for your kindness, your patience, and for giving me a memory that has remained with me for a lifetime. You will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
Growing up, Charlie was like another dad to me at times. As a kid, coming to visit Sean, I’d often find him in the garage, working on something, oldies drifting from the radio, and we’d talk. He’d ask how my family was, how I was doing. He’d give me well-needed advice. He cared.
Always rooting me on and supportive in the best ways throughout the years. His sense of humor (“I can beat you up with one finger!”) or giving me the nickname “Trumpernik,” he made me and everyone laugh. Charlie is a hero to his country, to his family, and to me and for that I’m truly grateful.
