Robert Paul Bohm, July 1, 1939 – July 5, 2025
Robert Paul Bohm, 86, of St. Louis, Missouri, passed away after a brief illness, leaving behind a legacy of love, dedication, and a strong work ethic that touched everyone who knew him.
Bob was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to the late Arthur and the late Helen Jane (Rosenblum) Bohm, the oldest of three children. Growing up in Shorewood, he developed lifelong passions for sports, friendships, and meticulous organization. A proud graduate of Shorewood High School, Bob earned a degree in economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he was a member of AEPi. During his sophomore year, while working as a waiter in a private dorm, he met a freshman from St. Louis, Nancy Kaminer, who would become the love of his life for the next 67 years.
After college, Bob served two years in the U.S. Army as a military police officer in Chicago. He and Nancy settled in St. Louis, where Bob began his career at New Era Shirt Co., eventually serving as Secretary of the Board. He later worked at Ropak and Smith-Scharff, rising to the position of Vice President, before founding Gateway Marketing, which he ran until his retirement. Bob was always known for putting a tremendous amount of energy into his work and for delivering on his promises, earning the respect and trust of both colleagues and customers.
Bob cared deeply about giving back to his community. When his children were young, he served as Cub Master of Troop 569 and as President of the Olivette Athletic Association, ensuring every child had the chance to play. Later, he volunteered as a docent at the St. Louis Zoo, with the Chesterfield Police, and as a Volunteer Advocate for Voices for Children, helping to secure permanent homes for children in foster care. Together with Nancy, he hosted international students at WashU, reflecting his lifelong commitment to education and opportunity.
Bob was deeply devoted to his family and took great joy in supporting his grandchildren’s activities, attending countless games, concerts, and events to cheer them on and share in their accomplishments. His enthusiasm for sports, especially his beloved Green Bay Packers, was a constant throughout his life and something he loved sharing with his family. Bob also loved attending high school reunions, both his own and Nancy’s.
Bob’s warmth and genuine ability to form connections created many lifelong friendships. He maintained ties from his Shorewood and Wisconsin days while also forming new friendships through travel, including a memorable trip to China, where he created bonds that lasted a lifetime.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Nancy (Kaminer) Bohm; his children, Michael Bohm and Julie (Scott) Cohn; daughter-in-law Marissa Bohm; his cherished grandchildren Adam, Jeremy, and Ellie Cohn, and Nicole Bohm; and his brother-in-law Terry Johnson and sister-in-law Catherine (the late Dr. Hillard) Cohen. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings James (the late Sue) Bohm and Edith “Peggy” Johnson, and a son, Richard Bohm.
Funeral service Tuesday, July 8, 12:30pm at New Mt. Sinai Cemetery Mausoleum Chapel, 8430 Gravois Road. In lieu of flowers, donations in Bob’s memory may be made to Evelyn’s House, Siteman Cancer Center, or a charity of your choice.
A RINDSKOPF-ROTH SERVICE
