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August M. Gus Bohm

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August Bohm Obituary

Bohm, August M. "Gus," of Wichita, passed away on March 4th, 2015, at the age of 93 after a long illness. Visitation with the Family will be from 2:00 4:00 P.M., Monday, March 9, 2015. Rosary will be at 6:00 P.M., Monday, March 9, 2015; Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 A.M., Tuesday, March 10, 2015, both at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church. Gus was born near Tipton, KS. He graduated from Glen Elder High School and attended Washburn University during which he enlisted in the Army Air Corps to serve during WWII. He served as the pilot of a B-24 bomber in the Asian theater. After the war he attended New York University and Maryknoll seminary. He earned his teaching credentials at St. Louis University and later earned his master's degree in counseling from Kansas State University. He taught high school in Montgomery City, MO, where he met his future wife, Candace Lynne McMaster. They were married on May 19, 1956, and moved to Lincoln, KS, where they both taught school. They then moved to Clay Center, Kansas where Gus served as a High School counselor. In 1968 Gus accepted a job as academic counselor with Cloud County Community College in Concordia, Kansas where he remained until his retirement. He was preceded in death by his parents, Agnes (Koss) and Robert Bohm; his sister; Mary; brothers, Joseph and Antone; half-brothers, Francis, Rudolph, Louis, Lawrence and Robert; and half-sister, Agnes. August is survived by his wife of 58 years, Candace of Wichita; and his four children, Rhondalyn Mock and husband, Robert of Wichita, Kyle Bohm of Phoenix, AZ, Christopher Bohm and wife, Sandra of Wichita, Melanie Bloom and husband, Daniel McNulty of Darien, CT. Grandchildren include Shannon, Courtney, Jordan, Gunnar and Reagan Bohm of Wichita, Christine, Nicole, and Ava Bloom, and Alex and Gavin McNulty of Darien, CT. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established with Harry Hynes Memorial Hospice, 313 S. Market, Wichita, KS 67202. Downing & Lahey East Mortuary. Share tributes online at: www.dlwichita.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Mar. 6 to Mar. 8, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for August Bohm

18 Entries

Julie Dull

December 26, 2021

Oh I'm sorry I didn't try to find Gus earlier, he sounds like a blessed wonderful man! Just came across this looking for August Bohm. He was my great great Uncle (Josephine his sister was my great great grandmother and her daughter Genevieve was my grandmother). My mother (Shirley Wozniak Hutchens Dull) and I have many pictures of Agnes, Gus's mother. Will be trying to find your family to pass these on. Julie 650-452-5253

Gus with granddaughter Nicole

Melanie Bloom

March 13, 2015

Gus with granddaughter Ava

Melanie Bloom

March 13, 2015

Gus & Candy with Bloom twins

Melanie Bloom

March 13, 2015

John Davis

March 11, 2015

I am sorry to learn of the passing of Gus. I remember the many times we talked in his office, how he enjoyed our bridge games and the time we spent trying to raise a garden. He was a great friend and will be greatly missed.

Julie Bohm

March 10, 2015

My deepest condolences to Candance and the rest of the family. Although my visits with Gus were few, I always remembered Gus's kind demeanor and thought of him often! It doesn't take much to make a lasting impression on someone, and Gus was that person for me! You'll be missed! May you be enjoying the kingdom of heaven!

Jan Lies

March 9, 2015

As a member of St. Thomas Aquinas parish, my deepest sympathy to Candace and all of the family. May August enjoy eternal peace and happiness forever.

I'm wondering if your Bohm family has a relative named Judy Bohm? She and I were roommates while we worked at the lab down in Enid, Okla., and she was one of my bridesmaids at my wedding in the late 1960's. I'd love to re-establish contact with her. My home phone number is: (316) 686-8465.

Delores Trueblood

March 9, 2015

My condolences to all the family.

Robert Bohm

March 9, 2015

While attending Washburn University in the early 90's, I attended a Kappa Sigma fraternity alumni function. I had several older alumni come up to me and ask if I was related to Gus Bohm. Up till that point I didn't realize that Gus attended Washburn too. The Kappa Sig boys spoke very highly about him even though he wasn't an "official" member of the fraternity, apparently they all were good friends. He will be missed by more than just family. I'm proud that I was able to follow in his footsteps at Washburn. In all there were 3 other siblings out of my family that attended WU (Lee Ann, David, Dennis). Thank you Gus, you will be missed.

Debbie Adams-Nelson

March 9, 2015

Mrs. Bohm, Rhondalyn,and family, my condolences on your loss. May God's love carry you.

March 9, 2015

I remember Mr. Bohm with fondness. He was one of my high school English teachers at Lincoln, KS. He was a man of kindness and patience. I don't ever remember him letting the kids rattle his composure in the classroom, although there were many occasions when he probably wanted to run screaming from the room!
God's blessings to all of his family. Judy Dresselhaus Shaffstall,
class of 1961.

Raymond Pachta

March 9, 2015

As a co-worker I would like to say that Gus was a real pioneer and leader in the guidance and counseling of high school, vo-tech, and community college students, starting in the early '60's as the programs were being devised and developed. He was a siritual leader as well. Wife and family can be so proud and grateful. And, I thank the Lord Jesus that He has made it possible for us all to be together for all eternity. It can only be through Him!

Johnna Downing

March 8, 2015

My deepest condolences on the passing from this life of my dear Uncle Gus. Uncle Gus has been an inspiration to me as long as I can remember. My grandpa Robert was very proud of his younger brother. You are all in my prayers as you say your farewells. With love, Gigi, Johny & Jeffery Downing

Pat and Bob Altwegg

March 7, 2015

Our deepest sympathy to all the family. I had the privilege of working with Gus at CCCC. He was a gentlemen and a dedicated educator. Gus was always a champion for the students. What a great guy!

Harry Simpson

March 6, 2015

Rest August, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Sharon Yust

March 5, 2015

I'm really sorry for your loss. I always thought Uncle Gus was the nicest man when I was little, and I know Dad ( Joe Bohm, his brother) thought the world of him.

Gus and Joe Bohm

Jeff Bohm

March 5, 2015

Joe and Gus Bohm

Jeff Bohm

March 5, 2015

I wish that i would have known Gus better than i did. He was my Grandfather Joe Bohm's Brother . I am sorry for your loss Granpa always spoke of his Brother .

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