Carl E. Bohnenkemper, 86, of Denison, KS passed away Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born November 16, 1928 in Holton, KS the son of Norman and Helen (Sorg) Bohnenkemper.

Carl graduated from Willis High School in 1946. After graduation, he proudly served in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. Carl earned Korean Service Medal, Bronze Camp Stars, United Nations Service Medal and a Purple Heart.

He was a carpenter and owned and operated Denison Lumber Yard from 1947 – 1975. He also was a custom baler. Carl was a member of the Evangel United Methodist Church and Holton V.F.W. Post #1367.

He married Thelma L. Trundle on July 17, 1955 in Wetmore, KS. She survives of the home. Other survivors include his children, Brenda Long (Carl) of North Richland Hills, TX, Mark Bohnenkemper (Laura) and Marcia Rucker both of Topeka, KS; a sister, Mary Lou Stous (Marvin) of Holton, KS; 5 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.

Carl’s wishes were to be cremated. Memorial graveside service with Military Honors will be 10:00 a.m. Monday, August 10, 2015 at the Denison Cemetery. Mercer Funeral Home in Holton is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Kansas Hospice Care or Jackson Heights Honor Flight c/o Mercer Funeral Home, P.O. Box 270, Holton, KS 66436. To leave a special message for the family, please visit www.mercerfuneralhomes.com.