179Wife Dies After Report of Death
Parson, W. Va., July 19--Mr. and Mrs. William Jackson Bodkin of Parsons both died today, the husband in an automobile accident; and the wife a short time after she was notified of his death.
Bodkin, 69 year old employe of a leather firm here, was killed when his automobile went over an embankment on U. S. 33 eight miles east of Elkins. He was alone in the car.
Mrs. Grace Bodkin, about 60, went into shock when she was notified of his death. Taken to a Parsons hospital, she died 10 minutes after her arrival.
The couple leaves two sons and three daughters, all grown.
Post Herald--July 20, 1953

179Children
1. W. Blake Bodkin b: 10 APR 1910 in Tucker Co., WV
2. Belva K Bodkin b: 14 AUG 1911
3. Helen Bodkin b: 1914
4. Marjorie Bodkin b: 1916
5. Jerald Bodkin b: 1919

179Wilbert died as a result of auto accident; Grace died a short time later; after hearing of his death

179Children
1. W. Blake Bodkin b: 10 APR 1910 in Tucker Co., WV
2. Belva K Bodkin b: 14 AUG 1911
3. Helen Bodkin b: 1914
4. Marjorie Bodkin b: 1916
5. Jerald Bodkin b: 1919