Aric Chad Bodily
March 23, 1988 - April 30, 2026
Aric Chad Bodily, age 38, passed away peacefully on April 30, 2026, in Murray, Utah.
Aric was born on March 23, 1988, in Idaho Falls, Idaho, to Chad K. Bodily and Audra Joann Hampton Bodily. He was raised with strong family values and a vibrant, outgoing spirit that he carried throughout his life. Aric was charitable to all those he came in contact with, loved to travel, and was always ready for a party, bringing joy and energy to every gathering.
He attended Mountain Shadows Elementary School, West Hills Middle School, and Copper Hills High School. During his school years, Aric was actively involved and recognized for his leadership and dedication. He served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in the Cuernavaca, Mexico Mission. He was also President of Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA), earned the rank of Eagle Scout, and received running medals for participation in events such as Ragnar, the Dirty Dash, and triathlons.
Aric continued his education at Salt Lake Community College, where he earned his associate degree, and later graduated from Utah Valley University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting.
Aric had a wide range of interests and passions that reflected his vibrant personality. He loved watching movies and was known for quoting his favorites, as well as enjoying television shows, musicals, and music. He had an appreciation for travel, games (especially Rummikub and Salem) and took pride in showing off his electric car. Aric also enjoyed drag and had a fondness for stylish sunglasses. His laughter was contagious, and he put his heart and soul into everything he did.
Professionally, Aric worked for CAB Cleaning Services, Scheels, GameStop, and Tesla. He was known for his strong work ethic, enthusiasm, and his ability to connect with people from all walks of life.
He is survived by his loving parents, Chad K. Bodily and Audra Joann Hampton Bodily; his brothers, Ryan (Jesica) and Sheldon; his sisters, Shantel (fiancé, Caleb), and Shanae (Andrew) Martin; and his nieces, Grace, Lainey, and Nora. He is also survived by his grandmother, Deanna Keller Yorgesen; and his grandparents, Allen Morrell & Judie Hampton, and his dog Katya as well as many extended family members and friends.
He was preceded in death by his grandfathers, Dallas Oral Bodily and Ralph Delmar Yorgesen, and his grandmothers, Joann Cox Hampton and Marsha Andersen Bodily.
Aric will be remembered for his kindness, his sense of humor, his generosity, and the light he brought into the lives of those around him. His presence will be deeply missed and forever cherished. He is now reunited with his beloved dog, Trixie.
An open house will be held for family and friends to celebrate Aric’s life at The Gathering Place @ Gardner Village on Saturday, May 16th starting 11:00 AM. Lunch will be provided with a program for Aric starting at 1:00 PM. Located at 1100 W. 7800 S. West Jordan, Utah 84088. Flower deliveries can be sent to this address the morning of the service.
The family expresses their heartfelt gratitude for the love and support extended to them during this difficult time.
In Loving Memory
I loved Aric! He made Cross country and track so fun. He also threw amazing Halloween parties and made high school such a great experience. He was such a great guy! I am so sorry for your loss.
I worked closely with Aric at Tesla. He was a great person to work with. He could turn a challenging problem into a really positive experience with his great attitude and warmth. Aric was a great guy. I’ll miss him dearly.
Aric is a wonderful and amazing person, he was a great friend and was always there for me. I have so many great and funny memories of him, there was never a dull moment with him. He always went out of his way to help and be there for others. When you were around him there was so much laughter, joy, and happiness.
Aric had contagious energy, he was so fun to be around. You were always in for a good laugh when you were with him. I am so lucky to have him as a friend to help me through high school. He left the world way too soon and will be missed by so many. Many prayers to his family, I am truly so sorry for this loss.
I met Aric when he was 24 in single ward. He was the one who approached me and started to talk to me. He was always so nice and friendly to me and to those around him. He was definitely a social butterfly and enjoyed being surrounded by people. He was a good and caring friend. I also had the opportunity to be his roommate for a couple of years during the pandemic. During that time he introduced me to Golden Girls and Avatar The Last Airbender. He was someone who was very driven. He worked hard for his school degree then for buying his townhouse, then getting the job at Tesla then buying a Tesla car. When he set his mind on something he did his best to make that happen. He was kind, friendly, goofy, loved to laugh, driven and was very crafty/ talented. I'm still in shock that he's no longer with us. May he rest in peace and may his family & his true good friends always remember him and the good times. I know that he will be missed by many.
Sheldon, I am deeply sorry for your loss and wish I could have had a chance to meet Aric. He sounds like someone who brought light and laughter to every room he inhabited. Now you can take that with you as you remember his life and all those who he touched.
It is so heartbreaking to hear that an awesome light is gone out of this world. Aric was a wonderful being to be around and such a positive energy that gave hope and joy in any situation. He was the life of the party! But he was always so genuine in everything he did in serving other and being there for his family and friends. My condolences to his mom and dad and family during this hard time.
In Loving Memory
