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Martin Bohan Obituary

Martin J. Bohan passed away on Friday, March 2, 2012 in Torrance, CA at the age of 73. Marty was born on May 25, 1938 in New York City. After graduating from high school, Marty enlisted in the Navy where he worked as an electronics technician for four years on the USS Des Moines. He relocated to California shortly after, where he met his wife, Eileen. They married in 1985 and welcomed their only child, Kate, in 1987. Marty was famous for his Friday flowers for Eileen and ice cream for Kate. Marty and Eileen both worked at Daniel Freeman Memorial Hospital for over 30 years. Marty retired in 2010, spending his free time fighting cancer, reading Sports Illustrated and watching Jeopardy with Charlie the dog. Marty is preceded in death by his parents, Martin and Catherine Bohan. He is survived by his wife, Eileen and daughter, Kate. Services will be held at St. Lawrence Martyr Church on Saturday, March 10 at 11:00 AM. A reception will immediately follow at the Bohan residence. If you wish to honor Marty's memory, please make a donation to the charity of your choice in lieu of flowers. Please sign the guestbook at www.dailybreeze.com/obits. Go to White Day Mortuary's website, www.LAfuneral.com to send the family messages, share memories, or to obtain directions to the services. Check back to view the online video tribute.

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Published by Daily Breeze on Mar. 7, 2012.

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Kathy Burks

March 10, 2012

Eileen, you and Kate are in my thoughts and prayers. All the best to you at this time and as you move forward in Gods Love and Grace.

Linda Ortega

March 9, 2012

Dear Eileen and Kate,
So sorry to hear about Marty passing away. He was such a kind and
friendly man. We offer our dearest and deepest sympathy.
Love, Linda
Ortega & Family

March 8, 2012

Eileen, wish you and Kate the best, so sorry for you loss. Let me know if you need anything. Linda P @ marina

Ann Dock

March 8, 2012

Eileen, I am so sorry to hear of Marty's passing. My condolences to you and Kate. I will remember Marty who was always smiling and always willing help when something broke. Blessings, Ann Dock (SSS)

March 7, 2012

Eileen,I was so sorry to hear about Marty's death.I have fond memories of both of you from DFH. My prayers are with you and your daughter.
Kathleen (ICU)

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