Contributions to the tribute of Francis Bonnewell

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Thursday, August 11, 2016

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Tuesday, August 7, 2012

To my Godfather and to my uncle, I sadly say goodbye. Whether you knew it or not, you have guided me in my life. Where do I start? Your sense of humor was endless! From snapping peas from the garden to sleeping in the barn that you built for your daughters and nieces and nephews. Thank you! Those are great memories! Your life always surrounded fun and love for us all. I will never forget the conversion van with the mud flaps. Rest well and I will see you in Heaven. I love you Kris

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Amy Buchel posted a condolence

Monday, August 6, 2012

I will always remember all the gifts he hand made for my children, he was so talented. The stool he made for Joey 16 years ago, as well as the one he made for my Granddaughter 2 years ago. He also made her a rocking horse, which is her FAVORITE toy, she named him Bob. Every time she comes over she hops on him and yells, “WeeeHaw!” Sometimes she gets that horse rocking so fast we thought she’d tip it over, but Mr. B made it so well, we never had to worry. Another thing I will always remember is the way he lived his life. Never take anyone for granted and always appreciate everything you have. These words were how he lived his life and for that he was a great role model. Twenty years ago, I asked him and Mrs. B to be my “adopted” grandparents because mine were all passed and he said, “Sure honey, but they are still here with you every day.” So, I know he is still here with his family, every day. He said so…all those years ago. I love you Mr. and Mrs. B...always.

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Karen Liddle Wikander posted a condolence

Monday, August 6, 2012

Frank and Mariana are my godparents, so they will be "Uncle Frank and Aunt Mariana" to me forever. I have so many fond memories of them at their home and my childhood home on Dorsey Road. My parents, Ken and Peg, spent a lot of time with Aunt Mariana, Uncle Frank, Debbie and Lori. My brother, Bryan, and I loved playing with Debbie and Lori. I remember that the Bonnewells came over to our home and as the night got late our parents put us in our pajamas and into my parents bed. I wanted Debbie and Lori to spend the night at our home, so we pretended to snore to make our parents think we were asleep. It didn't work. When my parents divorced in the early 70's I didn't see Aunt Mariana and Uncle Frank very much. Later I would see them when I came over to their home to have Lori cut my hair. Aunt Mariana and Uncle Frank have strong values and they instilled these into Debbie and Lori... They both turned out great! Aunt Mariana, Debbie, Lori and your families have my deepest sympathy. Uncle Frank will be remembered as a unique man with many talents. May our prayers and blessings surround you with peace. Karen and George Wikander

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Dan Weining posted a condolence

Monday, August 6, 2012

will miss all the advice you gave to me on how to treat your sweetheat.My repair shop was a great place to be when Frank came in.What a wonderful man he was.I will miss him greatly.My thougts and prayers are with you all.God Bless

In loving memory of

Francis

1930 - 2012