After a life of love and quiet grace, Cliff Bohlmann, 68, has passed.
Below, the family shares some of what made his life meaningful.
The story begins in 1951, with the arrival of a life that would be cherished by many.
Every life leaves an echo in the lives it has known.
Clifford "Cliff" Bohlmann, 68 of Centerville, formally of Yankton, passed away on May 7, 2019 at the Centerville Care and Rehab Center. Funeral Services will be held at 10:00 am Saturday, May 11, 2019 at the Church of the Nazarene in Viborg. Visitation will be held from 6:00-7:00 pm Friday, May 10, 2019 at the church with a Prayer Service starting at 7:00 pm. Cliff was born on February 21, 1951 in Yankton, South Dakota to Gustave W. and Clara (Diede) Bohlmann. After graduating from Yankton High School, Cliff worked in the construction field and owned his own construction business in Yankton for a period of time. Cliff married Dorothy Bame and two children were born of the marriage: Jennifer and Chad. Cliff spent his later years with his love, Beverly, until her death. Cliff's favorite hobbies included woodworking, fishing, camping and trips to the casino. He also enjoyed motorcycle riding and attending the Sturgis Rally. Cliff was a dedicated member of Alcoholics Anonymous for many years. Survivors include his children and grandchildren; siblings: Beverly (Eugene) Bartels of Tobias, NE; Karen Johnson of Wausau, NE; and Roger (Frances) Bohlmann of Green River, WY; and many nieces and nephews. Cliff was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Mae Wagner, Irene Gross, LaVerne Hayes and Myla Buschelmann; his brothers, Gustave Bohlmann, Reinhold Bohlmann and Burnell Bohlmann.
