Milwaukee – Donald Lee Bohn, 78, received the promise of eternal life on Friday, January 25, 2013. He was born in Racine on June 20, 1934, son of the late George and Edna (nee: Fritz) Bohn.
Don graduated from Horlick High School in 1953. Don proudly and faithfully served his country in the United States Air Force. On October 14, 1961, Donald was united in marriage to the love of his life, Shelby (nee: Keebler) Bohn. He was a foreman and pipefitter for J.I. Case until his retirement in 1993. Don and Shelby then moved to Big Flats in North Adams County. Don absolutely loved the outdoors and fishing. He was an amateur photographer in his past time for many years. He also enjoyed gardening. Above all, Don cherished the time he spent with family and treasured his grandchildren. He will be dearly missed by all who loved him.
Don leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Shelby Bohn of Nekoosa; children, Evelyn (Max Woller) Kempfer of Racine, Shelly (Warren) Leschinsky of Friendship, Kevin (Cindi) Bohn of Racine, Sandra (Dan) Spanske of Nekoosa, Danny (Tina) Bohn of Bancroft; grandchildren, Danyl (Tracey) Bohn, Travis Harris, Paul (Sandra) Woller, Carisa (Tony) Hubli, Kyle Woller, Nicholas Spanske, Chad Spanske, Aleah Spanske, Emily Bohn, Travis Leach, TJ (Megan) Jensen, Stephany Jensen; great-grandchildren, Alyssa, Ty, Levi, Breanna, Joey; sister, Carol Johnson; sister-in-law, Sharon (Frank) Mead; special canine friend, Bear; and other close relatives and dear friends too numerous to mention. In addition to his parents, Don is preceded in death by his son, Mark Bohn; great-grandson, Zachary; aunt, Katherine Herman; and brother-in-law, Jim Johnson.
A funeral service with Full Military Honors will be celebrated on Thursday, January 31, 2013, 11:00am, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road, with Rev. Kara Baylor officiating. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Wednesday, January 30, 2013, from 5:00pm until 7:00pm, and again on Thursday from 10:00am until the time of the service. Private interment will take place at Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Dover. Memorials have been suggested to the family.
The family would like to send a special “Thank You” to the staff of Select Specialty Hospital and Marshfield Hospital for the love and care they have given to Don.
Dan & Cheryl Dausey says
Kevin and Family,
Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. We love you.
Dan & Cheryl
Roxanne Schneider says
We will miss you Donnie.
Tracy Comella says
monica and al arndt says
we would like to express our deepest sympathy to all of you. Don will be sadly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
sincerely, Monica, Al, Victoria, Bridget and Alex Arndt.
Ken & Kathy Ganster says
Sandy and Shelly,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Your dad will always be with you in your heart. He will be watching over all of you and one day you will all be together again! We love you all!!
LeAnn Porter says
Shelby and family,
So sorry to hear about Don. I’ve prayed alot for him and now he’s in a far better place. We had great times living next door to you – playing games, cards, hose fights and tipping a few. He was a wonderful photographer and always had beautiful flowers growing in the yard. My sympathy to all of you.
Sandy spanske says
Dad, as you left this earth. I was able to hold the strongest hands of a man, you took a piece of heart with you. May you rest in peace, dad. We love you. Sandy, Dan, Nicholas,Chad,and your little girl Aleah, bear we miss you,,but never forgotten
annmarie enright-golden says
sorry for your loss bohn family you will be in my prayers
Ray,Julia Hernandez says
Our deepest sympathy to Shelby and family. As former neighbors for many years ,we shared some good times .the kids grew up and were close to Paul and josh our sons. I remember don as a smiling happy man as he will always be , god bless.
shelly Leschinsky says
Dad I wanted to say A few things to you from us.Thank you for all the love and loving care you gave me as a child,for the moments I can cherish,like the time you would take me fishing.on vacations.
Dad,Mom asked me to tell you that she loves you and misses you.Bear,is missing you he is keeping your pillow warm for you.
Warren,Travis and myself are going to miss you more than words can say,we will see again sometime….DAD I LOVE YOU!!!!!!
Nicole Fox says
My thoughts and prayers go out to you Shelly, Sandy, Dan and Danny and to all the rest of your familys. Your dad/grandpa Don was a great man that had a smile that was catchy! May you all remember the great memories in this trying time.
Tammy and Tom Kirsch says
Dan, Tina and family, We are with you in spirit and praying for your entire family. Our sympathy!
Dan and Robera Pumphrey says
Shelly, Sandy,Danny your dad was a awesome man he will be missed always. Please let us know if you need anything
Connie Hallstrand says
Tina, Dan, Travis and Em, We are so sorry for your loss. We are here if you need us! We love you!!!
Jeremy V says
You will be missed Don. Always liked seeing your photos you took and talking fishing with you. Great man!!!
Helen says
I will always remember you as an important part of my life. Rest in peace my dear friend.
shelly Leschinsky says
Dad,the first man I ever loved.And I will love you 4ever,and miss you more than i ever though possible.I Know you have gone home,and now have your wings.I know that you will be fine.I will miss you and love you 4 ever.Though I know you will be with me in my heart.Dad I will make sure mom is takin care of..I will see some day..untill then Dad I miss you and love you,plz take care.
LOVE YOUR DAUGHTER,
SHELLY
shelly leschinsky says
Dad you were called home you now have your wings fly free!You were the greatest dad I girl could ever want or need.I love you dad. Travis,Warren and I will see you again one day.,When I do I will never let go of your hand.
love you daddy,
Love ,
Warren,Travis
Shell