Bohn Dunbar

Bohn D. Dunbar passed away Friday, Oct. 22, 2021 at his home in Haxtun at the age of 74.

Bohn was born March 13, 1947 in Sterling to Boyd Earl and Lydia Annabel (Pierce) Dunbar. He graduated from Haxtun High School and attended Northeastern Junior College. He received his Associate's Degree at the University of Northern Colorado and his Bachelor's Degree at Colorado State University, where he also obtained his Ph.D in Agronomy.

On June 8, 1982, Bohn married Teresa Gilbertson and the couple made their home in Haxtun. Bohn taught school in Akron for three years and worked for the United States Department of Agriculture as a research scientist for many years until he became ill from a vaccine.

Bohn enjoyed rocks and minerals from a very young age. He was an icon in the fine jewelry, gem and mineral business and was loved by all. Bohn loved to travel and had visited numerous countries, making many foreign friends. He made people and friends laugh with his various stories. Bohn liked music and played drums in bands from a young age. He also liked to build things, had many collections and was always involved in something. He enjoyed computer work and always kept up on current events. Bohn loved cats and had many over the years.

Bohn is survived by his wife Teri Gilbertson, Haxtun; mother Lydia Dunbar, Haxtun; sister Bonnie Dunbar, Kenya, Africa; brother Charles Dunbar, Haxtun; along with numerous other relatives and friends.

Bohn is preceded in death by his father Boyd and infant brother John.

A memorial has been established in Bohn's memory for later designation. Condolences may be shared at prairiehillsjulesburg.com. No services are planned at this time.

Prairie Hills Funeral Home of Julesburg is assisting the Dunbar family.