William Bohrn

William "Bill" Franklin Bohrn, 65, of Olathe departed his loved ones on January 23, 2007 while his favorite television show, "Walker, Texas Ranger," was playing in the background. He is already dearly missed.
Bill was born January 27, 1941 in Richards, Missouri to Charley and Bernice (Simmons) Bohrn. He grew up in Milo, Missouri and has lived in Olathe for the past 30 years. A graduate of Nevada High School, he continued his education at Pittsburg State University after having served his country for 9 years in the Navy. He proudly served aboard the USS Coral Sea. He was a long-time employee of Black and Veatch. Bill met his wife Betty on a blind date, and they had been married for 36 years. They have twin daughters, Mari and Cheri. Bill loved to travel with his family, and they enjoyed many great adventures together. Bill had a great passion for garage sales and collecting electric trains. He was a proud member of the Nash Car Club of America. But most of all, Bill adored his daughters, his wife and peanut butter.
Bill is survived by his wife Betty (Finkemeier) of the home, his daughter Mari Bohrn and his daughter Cheri Bohrn, both of Olathe, his sister Maggie Garrett and her husband Ray, Grandview, his brother Thomas L. Bohrn, Belton, his sister Betty Mayfield and her husband Virgil, Point Blank, TX, and his Granddogs Lucy and Sally, Olathe. He is also survived by many people who loved him, including a large extended family; an entire block of great neighbors (which is why he lived in 3 different houses on the same street); and a multitude of dear friends that he considered family.
Many heartfelt thanks to the care-giving professionals that attended Bill in his final days. They are truly appreciated.
The family suggests donations to Big Cat Rescue (BCR) of Tampa, Florida www.bigcatrescue.org. Just include "In memory of William Bohrn" in the note to seller box if donating on-line or the memo line on the check. Donations can also be given to Parkinson's research through www.michaeljfox.org, or any other Parkinson's foundation. Bill valiantly struggled with this chronic disorder for many years.