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Joseph Bohn Obituary
Paul's love for golf was evident as he served on the board of directors of the Olympic Club in San Francisco. His passion for architecture led him to become the former president of the California American Institute of Architects and Director of Operations of The Smith Group in San Francisco and Los Angeles.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Esther Bohn. Paul is survived by his sisters, Sandra Gray (Bruce Shapiro), Brenda Trifon (David), his beloved niece Lisa Rogers (Steven) and numerous additional nieces and nephews.
A celebration of Paul's life will be held on Monday, March 18, 2024, at 2:00 PM at The Woodlands Methodist Church in The Woodlands, Texas. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the George and Esther Bohn Memorial Scholarship at Texas A&M College of Architecture or a charity of your choice.
Paul's legacy in architecture, his gift for leadership and his love for family and friends will be cherished by all who knew him. May he rest in peace.
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David Walters
May 21, 2024
Paul was a very close friend of ours over many years. We enjoyed his company in his visits with us while living Bangkok, Thailand, Palm Springs as well as in Washington DC. We played many rounds of tournament golf, winning some and losing some - we always had fun. I miss our sports conversations over all the years. Rest in peace my friend!
Alexa
April 24, 2024
Paul was quite possibly the kindest and most compassionate human I´ve ever met and will ever meet. Rest in peace, Paul.
Bob Harris
March 21, 2024
So sorry, Paul and I both studied Architecture - started at McCullough (w/ Mr. Bernhardt´s class). Paul was a few years ahead of me but was always friendly. He helped me find my first job and gave me a place to a place to stay in DC on Capitol Hill while looking for a somewhere to live there. He was sharp witted and alway gracious. A generous person who was caring and thoughtful of others.
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Stephen Peppler
March 18, 2024
I worked with Paul for many years in San Francisco. In the office during that time, whenever I encountered something difficult and needed help, Paul was the one I went to, as I know many others did as well. Even when it was a problem of my own creating, I knew that Paul would help me get it right again. He was a wonderful friend who stood by me, and I will miss him forever.
JERRY Bernhardt
March 16, 2024
As Paul´s architecture teacher at McCullough, I was so very fortunate to have had the opportunity to serve as a teacher and a life coach to Paul as he began the journey into defining his life. Paul was a very dedicated student and had such an open mind, big dreams and the willingness to invest the time and hard work. Paul´s parents, George and Ester opened their hears and home to me and Paul´s classmates as we navigated through the many fun competitions throughout high school and his college years.
Paul, I am forever proud of you and feel so privileged to have been a part of your amazing life... rest in peace.
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