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Lloyd Bohart Obituary

Lloyd "Sonny" Bohart Lloyd "Sonny" Bohart, 94, of Boise, passed on June 9, 2008. He was born Dec. 23, 1913, the youngest of six siblings of Freeman and Carrie Bohart, in Bozeman, Mont. Lloyd was raised and educated in Bozeman. On Oct. 19, 1935, he married Marjorie Gillingham. That union lasted 68 years and produced two sons, Raymond and Robert. In 1951, Lloyd and family relocated to the Boise Valley. And yet, in his heart, "Sonny" was always a Montanian. Lloyd enjoyed a successful commercial real estate career. When he retired in 1973, then he and Marjorie enjoyed travelling to 28 countries, plus many U.S. destinations, particularly Hawaii. Lloyd enjoyed the friendship and many social and Masonic organizations including DeMolays, the Elks, Gallatin Grand Lodge Lodge #6 (73 years, Bozeman), Capital City Kiwanas Club (46 years, Boise), Scottish Rite, Knife & Ford Club (President 1983) and Sons of the American Revolution. Lloyd attended United Whitney Methodist Church of Boise. Lloyd and Marjorie enjoyed many great times with friends and family at their bench home, followed by Parkview Apartments (hot air balloons in Ann Morrison Park!), and then excellent care at Valley View Retirement Center. Lloyd was preceded in death by his wonderful wife, Marjorie, 2004, and son Raymond, 1992. Immediate survivors include son Robb, Palm Springs/Seattle and Lynn and Al Frieze, Boise. Lloyd's widowed years were greatly enhanced by the friendships of Coleene Rekow, Paul Entzminger, Harlow Kibbey, John Collias, Bob Zimmerman, Billie and Burrell Lirgg, and so many others. A special thanks to the staffs of Life Care of Treasure Valley, Havenwood Care Givers, and Hearts for Hospice during the last part of his life journey. In lieu of flowers, donations in his name may be made to a favorite charity. Friends are encouraged to sign the guestbook at: http://www.legacy.com/idahostatesman/Obituaries.asp. Bozeman graveside services to be announced at a later time.

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Published by Idaho Statesman from Jun. 10 to Jun. 12, 2008.

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Rod & Kirk Burke & Storm

June 20, 2008

Dear Robb,
Sorry to hear about your Dad's pass-ing. In reading the obituary, it sounds like he had a great life. His birthday Dec 23rd is the same as mine (Rod). You have our sympathy and may you be comforted by your many friends who care.
Love Ya',
Rod & Kirk

Sonjia Yates

June 16, 2008

It was such an honor to know both your mother and father. He was such a blessing to me the short time I knew him. My thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family Robb. God Bless!! Comfort Keepers , Sony and Teresa.

Paul Entzminger

June 14, 2008

Robb, Lynn and Al my heart goes out to you and I share your grief, however I also rejoyce with you that he no longer has to suffer and is free of pain. He has left you with so many memories to cherish. I want you to know how I felt about this man who walked into my life and change me forever.

Lloyd never failed to let me know where his heart was and that was in the Big Sky Country of Montana. Because he walked into my life, I am a much better person. The times we shared were special and will linger in my heart a long long time. The times we shared and the prayers we offered together gave us a special bond. This is a man who lived several life times, had a mind with wisdom that inspired so many people. Here is a man who never went to college, yet with his common sense and knowledge acquired thorugh the school of hard knocks could very easily have stood side by side with the best of professors.There didn't seem to be anything he could not do, do well and rarely if ever failed to achieve the highest management position in that field. He was genuine, what you saw is what you got, what he said you could take to the bank. He was a man who demonstrated what God said he would do, "I will write my law upon your heart." Lloyd's heart was in the right place and I know without a doubt that God welcomed Lloyd to his place in heaven with open arms. Lloyd will be missed, but Praise the Lord I shall meet him in heaven some day and that will be sheer joy.

Mickey (Shulsen) now Eales

June 14, 2008

Robb, so sorry for your loss. It has
been years but occassionaly The Boharts would cross my mind. I met
your parents thru my fiance and Ray's faternity brother Gene Shulsen.
We had several evenings being teased, and somehow managed to give as good as we got! Every time we made it to Boise we called and then John Clark, Birgitta,Ray when he
was in town, and your parents for a
meeting of the minds at the local
pub. We always left laughing!!!
My hugs to you in your loss and peace threw the coming days.

Vickie Todd-Johnson

June 12, 2008

Rob Im so sorry for your loss, Uncle Sonny was quite a character...I will always remember him as a child..pulling practical jokes on me and teasing without mercy. He is with your mother and I know so happy now ....I have not seen you since that surprising flight almost 20 years ago when we flew from orlando to denver....my heart goes out to you....my dad (jay) called me yesterday morning to tell him of uncle sonny's passing....I know my dad loved your dad with all his heart and treasured his presence in his life..even from a small boy.....may the lord give you comfort as you walk this path....let us know if there is anything we can do to help you rob!
Blessings to you! My father Jay sends his love also...

Steven and Linda Muffley

June 11, 2008

Mr. Bohart, we've bantered one another about for over 50 years. Just because you died I not willing to halt the verbal poking and prodding because I know you haven't, you ol' coot.
Have a good rest and say hello to Mrs. Bohart. When you bump into my parents let them know Linda and I are just fine.

Mary Champion

June 11, 2008

Robb: I can still see you and your Father all dressed up on Sunday mornings and leaving Valley View to go to church. He was so proud when you decorated our Christmas Trees with the Teddy Bears and lights. We will miss his sweet personality. I hope you will visit us sometime in the future.

Bob and Lila Bevington

June 11, 2008

Robb, We remember both your parents with fondness and joy. Lloyd was instrumental in getting Bob to join SAR. He was also a Kiwanis friend. Marge was our daughter's 3rd grade teacher. There were many enjoyable times over the Bridge table. They shared a wonderful life. Our sympathies are with you and we commend you for being such a thoughtful, caring son.

Linda Thurlow (Bohart)

June 11, 2008

I am so sorry for the loss of Sonny but thankful for the wonderful memories that he left with me.

Richard Muffley

June 11, 2008

Lloyd and Marjorie were especially my parents' friends, but at the card parties and the backyard picnics and dinner gatherings we kids seemed to be "fair fodder" for everyone. I knew whenever the Boharts were coming over that I would be in for teasing from Lloyd for whatever adolescent trials I was in. He always knew or was quick to figure out where to direct his barbs . . . but was ever careful with boundaries. Even at the moments I never really minded the shy embarrassments he "encouraged," and in time learned this was part of the expression for being included. I have remained grateful for it, always. Later I learned to get my share and recall one night a number of years later, well after midnight, sneaking into the Bohart's backyard and beneath their bedroom window, setting off a long string of firecrackers, then standing back with my co-conspirator, my mother (my mother!) waiting for the effect! It worked and soon enough we were all inside laughing over shared cookies and milk. One of those adolescent trials for me was learning to tie a necktie. With this task I struggled over several months and several Bohart visits. Finally, Lloyd took me aside and stepped me through the knot he knew. He was persistent and I did learn his knot. I use that same knot to this day, and every time I tie it, I cannot help but smile and think of Lloyd Bohart.

Sincerely and Grateful,

Toni Sutton

June 11, 2008

I was fortunate enough to meet Lloyd through Capital City Kiwanis. He was a great man. My deepest sympathies to his family.

Bob Gossett

June 11, 2008

My sympathies to Robb. Your father was one of the greatest humanitarian
I ever knew. He loved his fellow man.
And they loved him.

Rev. Gene Hill

June 10, 2008

Compatriot Lloyd Bohart has heard the words of our Lord: "Well done, thou good and faithful servant!" Thank you, Lloyd, for your friendship through the years. Let me join you in saying, "Montana Forever!" Farewell, friend. Compatriot Gene Hill, University Christian Church/Boise, 1981-90, Sons of American Revolution, Old Fort Boise Chapter, [email protected]

Kim Obremski...Valley View

June 10, 2008

Lloyd was a lovely man and both he and Marjorie were a wonderful addition to our Valley View family. He will be fondly remembered.

David and Kevin Harrington/Sinclair

June 10, 2008

Lloyd was a good and respected man, and we know that he will be missed by all who knew him.

Brad Zittel

June 10, 2008

~My sympathy goes to Robb, Lloyd's loyal son and his extended family. Noone could have done more, or been a better son.

Sincerely Brad Zittel

Melinda Sander

June 10, 2008

Lloyd will be missed by all who knew him. He lived a wonderful life, full of love for fellow beings and friends.

Barbara Langorgen

June 10, 2008

I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family of Lloyd, and thank them for the oppertunity of working with and for him. he will always hold a special place in my heart. he is a wonderful friend.

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