Richard F. Bohan
- Jun 1
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 2
1938 - 2026
OBITUARY
Richard Francis Bohan was born in New York City on June 12, 1938 to loving parents Peter and Alice Bohan.
His life was a testament to love, faith and family above all.
He is pre-deceased by his parents and brothers Peter and Vincent.
Richard met Eileen Kelly in grade school in Jackson Heights, NY. Their first date was her surprise sweet sixteen. He went on to become her devoted husband of 67 years.
Together they had eight children: Richard (Sharon), Michael, Eileen, (Paul), Peter (Julie), John (Julie), Maureen, Anne (Steve), Kevin (Jen) — twenty-six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
He leaves a tremendous legacy.
Richard served in the U.S. Army and NYPD as a 1st Grade Homicide Detective for 28 years.
He built a life for so many in Stewart Manor and provided a second home in Lake Placid filled with just as much laughter and memories.
He died peacefully in his house of 64 years, surrounded by the loved ones who helped make it a home.
The wake will be at New Hyde Park Funeral Home on June 5th, 2026 from 4 PM - 8 PM ET.
506 Lakeville Road
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
The funeral will be at St. Anne's Church- their home parish of over six decades- on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 9:30 AM ET.
35 Dartmouth Street
Garden City, NY 11530
VISITATION
Friday, June 5 4:00 - 8:00 PM
New Hyde Park Funeral Home 506 Lakeville Road, New Hyde Park, NY
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Saturday, June 6 9:30 AM St. Anne R.C. Church 35 Dartmouth Street, Garden City, NY
PRIVATE CREMATION
Long Island Cremation Company 91 Eads Street, West Babylon, NY
To the Bohan Family,
I am so sorry to hear of the tremendous loss of your Dad. May your memories surround you in this most difficult time. Love to all!
There are no words appropriate for such a huge loss - Mr. Bohan was truly a legend and has left behind such a legacy. His love of his family, strong character, humor and solid presence will live on in all of you. Together with Mrs. Bohan, he created some of my favorite humans. What an extraordinary life they made together. He touched many lives and he quietly made the world better just by being in it, as himself. May he truly rest in peace. My sincerest condolences to all of you. I know how much he was adored and may his light continue to shine in all of you.
To All of the Bohan’s
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband, dad, grandpa, and great grandpa. Mr. Bohan was a wonderful man. He was my parent’s neighbor and good friend for 50 years! We had so many happy times growing up on Dover Parkway! I will never forget your dad whistling and all of you would come in at night. He didn’t even have to raise his voice. He was a quiet man with a great sense of humor who will be very missed by all!
Love and prayers,
Tricia Crean Greubel
We send our love & sympathy to Rich, Sharon and the Bohan family on the loss of a person who sounds like a true patriarch. May his love carry you through difficult times.
Never met the man. How could you not respect a man who lived such an honorable life! I’m one of 6 grown up 4 blocks away. This neighborhood was similar to growing up in Mayberry! Everyone was your friend and the Bohans keep the tradition alive with gifting Stewart Manor with eight childen.
Best Regards
Peter Devine