William G. Bodrey

William G. Bodrey, 82, of Donalsonville, passed away Friday, March 6, 2026.

The graveside funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Corinth Free Will Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Scott Messer officiating. The Georgia State Patrol Honor Guard will serve as active pallbearers.

The family will receive friends immediately following the service. Online visitors may sign the guest register at www.bryantfuneralga.com. Memorial donations may be made to First Church of the Nazarene, 103 W. Crawford Street, Donalsonville, GA 39845 or Walk to End Alzheimer's, 1030 Boxwood Drive, Bainbridge, GA 39819.

William Gus Bodrey was born May 4, 1943, in Cordele, GA, the son of Oscar & Zelma Clark Bodrey. He dedicated many years to serving and protecting the people of his community with integrity and pride at various posts with Georgia State Patrol, retiring as a Corporal. William was a member of First Church of the Nazarene in Donalsonville.

William had a passion for cars. He loved everything about them, which sometimes meant traffic stops included lots of conversation. As an all-American guy, things like NASCAR, hunting, fishing, and farming rounded out his list of favorites. His greatest joy was spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Karen Roberts Bodrey; his children, Keri Greene (Tony), Caleb Bodrey, and Lisa Brown (Dean); his grandchildren, Mara & Carson, TJ, and Amanda & Mark; his great-grandchildren, Breanna & Brian; his great-great-grandchildren, Noah, Joshua, Chloe, and Claire; and a host of extended family. In addition to his parents, William was preceded in death by his siblings, Lee Bodrey, Marvin Bodrey, AJ Bodrey, Lela Harper, Faustene Whittle, Pauline Presley, Dorothy Ingram, and Lucille Holloway.

The Bodrey Family extends their sincerest gratitude to Georgia Hospice for their care and support.