Chuck Bozdog Obituary
Chuck was born May 30, 1939 in Helena, Montana to Charles D. and Anna Bozdog.
An honors student, Chuck graduated from Helena High School. He earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Carroll College and a master’s degree from Oregon State University. He did additional graduate work at Portland State University, St. Martin’s College, Montana State University, University of Montana, and Montana Tech.
He taught mathematics at both high school and junior high school levels for 53 years. He taught at C.R. Anderson middle school for 50 years. He spent more than 40 years of his life developing the technology program. In addition to serving as technology coordinator, he also was the Mathcounts coach. His Mathcounts program was the most successful in the state and one of the most successful in the nation. At one time, C.R. Anderson school teams earned 10 state championships in a 16 year period. Many of his Mathcounts students have been very successful in their study of mathematics and are working in mathematics related jobs.
Chuck also coached football, boys basketball, girls basketball, baseball and track for more than 20 years at both high school and junior high school levels. He coached several undefeated teams during his coaching career. He played legion baseball and also played baseball for Carroll College. Upon completion of his baseball career, he played several years of fast pitch softball and then slow pitch softball.
He was an avid golfer and a many year member of Bill Roberts Golf Course and Green Meadow Country Club. He spent many wonderful years golfing with his two sons Chuck Jr. and Chet. He and Chet both have a hole in one in their golfing careers. Chuck was an avid bowler and enjoyed hunting, fishing, digging for bottles, prospecting for gold and coin collecting.
He was an avid sports fan. He attended several PGA tour events as well as several other professional sports events throughout the country watching his favorite teams. He was a lifelong fan of the New York Yankees and saw them play in Seattle, Oakland, San Francisco, Kansas City and New York City.
He worked for the US Forest Service for many years during his college years and early teaching career. He fought over 200 fires during that time.
On more than one occasion, he has received recognition as a Distinguished Educator in a program sponsored by The Helena Education Foundation. In addition, he received The Edyth May Sliffe Award for distinguished middle school mathematics teaching. Only 55 teachers throughout the United States and Canada received this award.
He is survived by his son Chuck Jr. and daughter Cheryl both of Helena, his son Chet, wife Roxanne and granddaughters Cameron and Claire of Princeville, Hawaii, sister Virginia Dschaak of Billings, niece Brandi and husband Curtis Fox of Laurel and several nieces and nephews of Seattle, Washington.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Chuck Bozdog Memorial Fund at C. R. Anderson Middle School for the continuation of the Mathcounts program.
Viewing will begin at 11 a.m. with a memorial service to begin at 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 29th at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N. Montana Ave. A reception will follow the service in the social hall of the funeral home. Burial will follow the service at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Chuck Bozdog Memorial Fund at C. R. Anderson Middle School for the continuation of the Mathcounts program.
Service Schedule
Viewing
11:00 a.m.
Saturday April 29, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Saturday April 29, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Memorial Service
Saturday April 29, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Viewing
11:00 a.m.
Saturday April 29, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Memorial Service
1:00 p.m.
Saturday April 29, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Memorial Service
Saturday April 29, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
George Lane says
Chuck Jr. and Chet
I am so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a great guy. Every year he would call me to photograph his students who competed in the math competitions.
Kate Dramstad says
Mr Bozdog was a really great teacher and coach. I was in his MathCounts class all through middle school and on the team that won state in 2003 and 2004. I often think about how cool it was that he was teaching sixth graders combinatorics and probability in a way that I wouldn’t really encounter again until college math courses. He was a brilliant guy and I am so grateful that I got the chance to learn from him. He shaped so many lives!
Judith says
Mr. Bozdog convinced my son that math was useful! He was an inspiring teacher and contributed much to this community.
Tim Clavin says
I was in Mr. Bozdog’s first Math class at C.R. Anderson school in Helena. He was one of the best teachers I’ve ever had. I still remember stories he shared with our 7th grade class about his experiences from college. He was a very fine man.
Jeff Beck says
Chuck, Chet and Cheryl,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. He was a great man and teacher. Take comfort in knowing that he is looking down and guiding you through these difficult times. Rest in Peace, Mr. Bozdog.
Darrel Donna Spooner says
We’re s sorry to of Chuck’s passing..May he rest in peace..
Jim and Sally says
Sorry to hear. Thoughts and prayers.
Doris Copenhaver says
So sorry. The bozedog and copenhaver kids played together. Chuck was an accomplished teacher and a man committed to his job of teaching
Rip chuck
Amber Gerhart says
Chuck, Cheryl and Chet,
Your dad was a great math teacher and basketball coach. He was always on of my favorites.
I pray comfort and strength for you during this time.
Amber Gerhart
Linda Grady says
Mr. Bozdog,
You were a great math teacher. How I remembered you “swaggering” into the classroom and of all the teachers I had, I really enjoyed your class.
Rest In Peace!
Class of 76′
Rebecca L Jensen says
I was just thinking about him the other day. I’m so sorry for your loss. Chuck, if there is anything I can do please feel free to call. I’m still in the same house, just replaced the kids with a husband. I’m here to help in any way you need.
Becca
Kathleen Broussard says
Cheryl
We are so very sorry about your dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Keith, Kathleen and Kory Broussard
Greg and Susan Egbert says
We are so very sorry for your loss. Chuck was a fantastic educator with a brilliant mind. He loved his students and had a passion for sharing his intelligence. He was a great friend and we both were privileged to have taught and worked with him. He has impacted many of his students with lifelong skills. His legacy will live on and may your memories help to heal your loss.
Dean Retz says
I have lots of memories of Chas, as he went to school with my brother. And, as a teacher, he was one of the
smartest people I have ever known! His son Check kept me informed as to how Chas was doing. For over 60+ years, he was always CHAS! GOD BLESS.
Lisa Mee says
I want to extend my condolences to you Cheryl and family and tell you how much I thought of ‘Mr. Bozdog.’ He was my favorite coach and helped me so much. I remember his smile, laugh and encouragement through those years. He meant a lot to me. God bless you.
Diana Nelson says
Cheryl,
My thoughts are with you. I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad.
Diana
james a armstrong says
TO MY GOOD FRIEND, CHUCK. REST IN PEACE, HOW MUCH i ENJOYED YOUR FRIENDSHIP WHILE TEACHING WITH YOU AT C. R. ANDERSON FROM 1966 TO 1970
John Matthews says
Chuck and I were friends beginning at Helena’s Central School in 6th grade and through Carroll College. I moved in 1961 to gain certification as a teacher at the University of Montana, and later to Billings to teach and on to Madison, Wisconsin in 1968 to represent the teachers Union in Madison, but always cherished “bumping” into Chuck on my visits to Helena. He was a tremendous guy and friend for all those years.
John (Butch) Matthews
Gerald Steele (Jerry) says
Chuck was a great classmate, teammate and friend. My he Rest In Peace.
Jonathan Driggers says
Mr. Bozdog was a wonderful teacher and such a great influence in my life. He ignited my passion for mathematics and had such a talent for challenging his students to be the best they could be. Our MathCounts team won first in state in both 2000 and 2001, and Mr. Bozdog went with me to nationals in Washington D.C. As a current high school math teacher I am grateful an honored that I am able to pass on some of his enthusiasm for mathematics to my students and I strive to be as dedicated to teaching as he was. I know that his legacy will live on. My great condolences, and may he rest in peace.
Theresa Racicot says
I had the privilege of working with Chuck at CR Anderson. He was a dedicated teacher and his work with the Math Counts teams was amazing. I have no doubt he touched many lives over the years.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. May your memories bring you peace in the days to come.
Jeremy Wollitz says
From math teacher, to friend and hunting partner, you will be missed. Rest in peace my friend.
Katy Noble says
We were very sorry to hear about the loss of such a wonderful educator and man. Our family was very lucky to know Mr. Bozdog as a teacher and friend. I was lucky enough to teach a few years at CRA with Chuck. He was always willing to help and so incredibly encouraging! Caleb was very fortunate to study Math with Mr. Bozdog and participate in Math Counts from 2010 – 2013. His passion, enthusiasm, and incredible energy was so contagious to be around!
Katy, Tony, Ali, Bailly, Caleb, and Emma Noble
Jenny Koffler says
Chuck, Chet. and Cheryl- Your father was my 8th grade math teacher. He instilled a love for math , challenged me to work hard, and helped me realize could be successful learning math. A favorite memory is learning chess in his class too- a lifelong skill! Your dad was an integral part of the strong education I received in Helena. He made. learning fun with his enthusiasm and brilliant mind. He was a wonderful colleague to my parents for many years at C. R. Anderson as well. He influenced the lives of many and had an impactful life. I am very sorry for your loss.
Jenny ( Barker ) Koffler
Susan Pesta says
Cheryl,
My thoughts are with you Sorry for your loss
Susan Pesta