John Bunyan Bodden

He was born in Maracaibo, Venezuela, on April 21st, 1950.

His passions were music, photography, food, and the loves of his life, Ivelisse and Sharon Michelle.

He was married to Ivelisse Mercado Faria for 50 beautiful years full of devotion to each other.

He was survived by his wife Ivelisse, his only daughter Sharon Michelle, his only Grandson, Thomas Sebastian, and his brothers, Deveral Eleon, and David Ernest.

He was a Vietnam Veteran discharged honorably in 1969. A few years after, he became a popular photographer for weddings, baby pictures, models, and celebrities in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Then, he proudly joined the Federal Government as an Immigration and Deportation Officer for the Department of Justice, later becoming ICE, U.S. Immigrations and Customs Enforcement. He was a hard worker who enjoyed his job and honorably carried his badge.

He was very much admired by his friends and family for his positive energy and love for life. He loved all his friends dearly and made everyone smile. His laughter was contagious and so funny to see because his tears would come down of precious laughter.

His favorite saying was "Positivo, Siempre Positivo." ("Positive, Always be Positive.")

He was Catholic and very much in touch with his spiritual side, and he loved learning about all religions. He was very open-minded and free-spirited. He was a bright light who will keep on shining from up above.

John Bunyan Bodden, my Dad, was the most special Dad there could ever be..I Love You Forever. -Your one and only daughter, Sharon Michelle.