Donald Gene Bogenreif

A VETERAN’S PRAYER

Dear Lord, I’ve served my Country. I’ve stood behind “Ole Glory”. I’ve wept for my fallen comrades who proudly fought & died for the freedoms they defended. I am proud to be an American. There is no Greater Country. God Bless the USA!

SERENITY PRAYER

GOD grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to KNOW THE DIFFERENCE. Living one day at a time, enjoying one moment at a time, accepting hardship as the PATHWAY TO PEACE. Taking as He did, this sinful world as it is, not as I would have it. Trusting that He will make all things right If I surrender to His will. That I may be reasonably HAPPY IN THIS LIFE and Supremely Happy with Him Forever and Ever in the Next. Amen

Marriage is made up of thousands of little moments. I am so thankful we had 43 yrs of these wonderful moments. We shared hopes, dreams, experiences and we made so many memories.

When we give away a flower - its fragrance stays behind bringing us joy. I am so grateful for the life we shared. How can I thank God enough for you? Thank you for being that “Man” who gave his help, friendship & love to so many people over the years. You had no idea you touched so many lives with your God-given personality.

I Love You - Thank You - Please Forgive Me - I Forgive You

Donald “Bogie” Gene Bogenreif passed away peacefully on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at the age of 75, at Holmes Regional Medical Center in Melbourne, Florida.

Don was born on July 14, 1949, in Wilmington, North Carolina. He moved to Brevard County in 2007 from Geneva, Florida (Seminole County), where he worked as an electronic technician. He dedicated 30 years of service to Bellsouth/AT&T.

He took great pride in serving his country as a Sergeant in the United States Army and being a Vietnam Veteran. His deep sense of duty and patriotism continued throughout his life. He was a committed member of VFW Post 9610 since 1984 and found strength and community through Alcoholics Anonymous, where he had been an active member since 2012.

He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years, Donna Bogenreif, of Melbourne, Florida; his daughters, Amy, Sarah and Jordyn Bogenreif, also of Melbourne; his son, Joe Lawless, of Jupiter, Florida and his niece, Christie R. Garcia of Wilmington, North Carolina. Don is also survived by his brothers, Patrick and Michael Bogenreif and his sister, Nancy Bogenreif all of Omaha, Nebraska.

He was a loving grandfather to Zachary, Benjamin, and Piper of Palm Bay, Florida; and Drew and Britney of Oviedo, Florida, as well as 15 nieces and 6 nephews.

Don will be remembered for his unwavering loyalty, humility, and the strength with which he faced life’s challenges. His legacy of service, perseverance, and love for his family lives on in all who knew him.

A Celebration of Life will take place on Sunday, July 13, 2025 from 2PM to 4PM at the Riviera United Church of Christ, 451 Riviera Drive NE, Palm Bay, Florida.

Don “Bogie”–I have Loved–I have been Loved–I am the ONE that knew me before I existed & WHO has taken me Home for all Eternity! Trust in the lord our God–Jesus Is My Savior–PEACE is with Me–NOW and Forever– Amen