Marvin T. Bohn

Marvin T. Bohn, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 18th, 2025, at the age of 84 at the Pembina County Memorial Hospital in Cavalier, ND.

Born in Langdon, ND on April 26, 1941, to Theodore and Lillian (Jacobsen) he grew up in Concrete, ND on the Bohn Family Farm. He joined the Army from 1959-1961 and continued into the Air Force Reserves until 1970. They briefly moved to Washington and returned home to farm with his dad. He was a mechanic and drove trucks for many years. On November 1, 1961, he married Karen Muth at Fisher, MN.

Marvin lived a life filled with passion, purpose, and deep love for his family. He was endlessly proud of his children and grandchildren, and he never missed a moment to brag about their accomplishments. A skilled and dedicated pilot, he spent many years in the skies, finding joy and freedom among the clouds. Flying wasn’t just his passion — it was a part of his soul.

But even when he was grounded, he never stayed still for long. Marvin had a lifelong love for motorcycles, especially Harley Davidsons & BMW’s. There was nothing he enjoyed more than hitting the open road, the wind at his back, and the roar of a bike beneath him. Riding was more than a hobby—it was a way of life, and he made lifelong friends along the way who shared in his passion.

Survived by his loving wife, Karen and his children: Michelle (RJ) Hudson, Ardmore, OK, Michael (Suzanne) Bohn, Park River, ND, Bill (Monica) Bohn, Cavalier, ND; grandchildren: Jessica (Tyler) Reimer, Deric Bohn, Kayla (Tyler) Almen, Katie (Aaron) Peterka, Justin (Lindsay) Chimbur, Jennifer Chimbur, great-grandchildren: Owen, Dawson, Ellie, Brooke, Mac, and Piper; brother, Leil Bohn, an abundance of nieces and nephews he adored, Aunt Marie Olson, Larry aka the house cat, several great granddogs and cats - Savage, Oakley, Angus, Jack, Annie, Harley, Ted, Smurphy, & Bailey. 

Preceding him in death were his parents, Theodore and Lillian, and grandson, David Chimbur.

He may have hung up his wings and parked his bike for the last time, but his spirit will forever ride on in the hearts of those who loved him.

Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Cavalier Fire Department, 305 Elizabeth Street W., Cavalier, ND. In lieu of flowers memorials are preferred to the Cavalier Fire Department or the Cavalier Ambulance Service.