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Topeka, Kansas
Mar 24, 1948 – Dec 18, 2020 (Age 72)
Jerry P. Bohnert, age 72, of Topeka, passed away Friday, December 18, 2020 at the Topeka Center in Topeka. Jerry was born March 24, 1948 in Beloit, KS the son of Roy and Lelah (Opplinger) Bohnert. Jerry graduated from Topeka High School in 1967. He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Korea. He married Cathy Campbell in 1976, they later divorced. Jerry worked at the V.A. Medical Center until he retired in 1996. Jerry enjoyed trains of all kinds. He enjoyed watching trains, was a model railroader and even built a large-sized model and track in his backyard.
Jerry is survived by a brother, Kenneth Bohnert of Topeka; one daughter, Heather Harriman; three grandsons and one granddaughter. Jerry and those close to him are grateful for the excellent care he received at the Topeka Center (formerly Manor Care).
Graveside services will be Saturday, December 26, 2020 at 1:00 p.m. at the Wallace Cemetery east of Jewell, Kansas. He will lie in state Wednesday, December 23, 2020 from 1:00 – 5:00 p.m. at the Davidson Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to Interim Healthcare (Hospice) and sent in care of the Davidson Funeral Home. davidsonfuneral.com
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Kenny, I didn't know that Jerry had passed. I'm so sorry. You guys were good neighbors! Some good memories of snowball fights.
Kaye Cloud Stewart
December 26, 2020
Rest in peace Jerry.Sorry for your loss.
Kelly Mason
December 26, 2020 | Topeka, KS | Acquaintance
I knew Jerry when I was in Korea. He was also there when I needed it. He helped me get through my cancer, when I had to go to Texas. He was a great friend.
Stan Blanchard
December 23, 2020 | Overbrook, KS | Friend
Kenny,
Lots of fun memories of our days at Oakland Christian Church. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jane (Shaffer) Clouse
December 22, 2020
He was a kind soul and my family and I knew of him when our family attended Oakland Christian Church. He would talk to us about all the trains he had collected over the years. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Becky Olinde
December 22, 2020 | Friend
I am sorry for your loss. I was unaware that Jerry was ill. I went to school and church with him. I am sure he will be missed.
Michelle Brokaw
December 21, 2020 | Topeka, KS
Sorry for your loss. It was a blessing to know Jerry.
Connie Shearing and Pat Mullins.
Debbie Lake
December 20, 2020 | Topeka, KS | Friend
