Date of Birth: October 26, 1931
Date of Death: October 29, 2020
Bonnie Marie was born in Orting, Washington in 1931. She began her working career as a bank teller which led her to meet the man she would spend the rest of her life with. Her marriage to Gordon Lee began with a ready made family. His love for her was unconditional and paved the way for their journey together. Life truly began with raising her family in Bountiful Utah as a loving Housewife. Eventually, work would help them find their way to Arizona. Her greatest accomplishments were the family she created. Never did she let anyone go without. Her selflessness was undeniable. She carried herself with class, dignity, and always had an impeccable sense of humor. Bonnie is survived by her daughters, Pamela and Roxanne and her Son Matthew. Bonnie had 3 other sons who have since passed, Douglas and Steven and a step-son Michael. Another recent loss for Bonnie was her son-in-law Garland Cole who became a godsend for her daily needs while residing in the assisted living home and also created a special friendship between them that was highly regarded and comforting for both. The long list of Grandchildren, great Grandchildren and great great grandchildren meant the world to her. Her life was filled with joy because of the family she created.
Service Information
Bonnie will be laid to rest next to her Husband Gordon Lee at the VA Cemetery in Phoenix, Arizona on November 23rd at 2:30 PM.
I feel like I could write for days about my Mother. I couldn’t of said that a year ago. The reason for this is because myself, daughter and granddaughter were lucky enough to really get to know the person I called Mom. We welcomed her into our home a few months back due to the Covid quarantine creating such loneliness for her. She became a part of our daily family routine, beginning with her coffee in the morning. Her heart felt stories, her witty comebacks and her touching memories surrounded our household. When listening to her stories, I realized how much I never knew about her. I am beyond grateful I could sit and listen to her and learn so much about the person she became and how she got there. Her life and all that took place during those 89 years molded her to the woman she was. She gave me a sense of strength when I would hear of her struggles that always ended in accomplishments.
I am most appreciative of her time here because she got to know my daughter and granddaughter and her spirit was lifted every day because of the love she was given by them.
She would tell me stories every night about her children, grandchildren. I know now what each person meant to her and how they touched her and brought her happiness. These are things I never would of know before. I miss her stories and I miss her smile. Most of all I Miss her not being here.
My mom taught me many things in life, except how to live without her. Roxanne