Born in Fresno, CA on January 21, 1940, he went to be with the Lord on Monday, November 10, 2014, at the age of 74.
Jim graduated in 1957, from Clovis High School. At a young age, Jim took over the family business, Bohner Boat & Marine, which he continued to operate until his retirement. He created many strong and long lasting relationships while owning the company.
After his retirement, he retained his passion with boats. Since his earliest years, he was involved in Pan Draggers, Fresno Street Rods, car owner and driver of race teams throughout the years, inducted into the Sprint Car Hall of Fame at Kings Speedway and attended numerous car shows. Jim had a passion for building racecars and hot rods. In his later years he enjoyed travelling, reading books, meeting new people, and spending time with his family and dogs.
Jim had a strong commitment to Northwest Church in Fresno. He attended weekly bible study that helped strengthen his faith. We know Jim is in heaven waiting for a buyer for his 2002 Smokercraft fishing boat.
Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Elizabeth Bohner; daughter, Elizabeth Christine; and first wife Jan.
He is survived by his wife Barbara; sister, Sharon Schutz and husband Denver; children, Kim Lacefield and husband Donnie, Jeff Bohner and wife Jennifer, Rick Hauff and wife Stefanie, and Bill Hauff; grandchildren, Jared, Ryan, Dusty, Trever, Samantha, Austin, and Maddy; great-grandchild Emmalyn; and his dogs, Lizzie and Katie.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Northwest Church in Fresno, CA on Tuesday, November 18, 2014, at 10:30 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Northwest Church, 5415 N. West Ave Fresno, CA 93711; or Valley Animal Center, 3934 N. Hayston Fresno, CA 93726.
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