Bonita K. Bono

Bonita Kay Bono (Bonnie), passed away Wednesday, April 19, 2023. Born December 1, 1951 in Saint Louis, Missouri. Bonnie is the beloved wife of Frank Bono and was married on September 3, 1971.

She is survived by her husband Frank Bono, daughter Lisa Bono, son Ryan Bono, son in law Jeff Katzman, granddaughter Samana Katzman and her 8 year old golden retriever Beau.

Bonnie is the daughter of the late Fred and Alice Palardy. She is survived by her sister Janice (Clay) Slover, Mark (Linda) Palardy, and sisters of the late Mary (Dave) Keuss, late Teresa Palardy, late Kathy (Jack) Hipsher. Bonnie is survived by her brother and sister in laws: Kenneth (Diana), John (Kathleen), Joseph (Kathleen), and Michael (Leslie) Bono, late Raymond Bono and Eugene Bono.

Bonnie is an aunt and great aunt to many and leaves numerous cousins and friends.  

Bonnie worked most of her life. Her last 27 years was with the United State Court of Appeals, and the family wishes to express their appreciation to all her colleagues for their kind support.

Bonnie loved deeply and joyfully. She loved to read. She loved Ireland, Captiva Island and the ocean, she loved the sun and warmth and kindness. She loved her family so very much.  She gave her love selflessly and we are all better people because of her life and her love. She is a beautiful, gentle soul who will be in our hearts forever.

The funeral service will be celebrated on Wednesday, April 26, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. 

Epiphany of Our Lord Parish

6596 Smiley Avenue

Saint Louis, Missouri 63139

 Visitation begins at 10:00 a.m., with a luncheon to follow. All are welcome.

 

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to a charitable organization listed below.

Save the Manatee — Organization protecting the life of the Manatee

Golden Hearts  — Golden Retriever Rescue of Missouri

St. Patrick Center for the Homeless

4 Comments

  1. Greg Palumbo on April 25, 2023 at 4:26 pm

    Lots of childhood memories. So sorry to learn of your passing. Condolences to Frank & the family. RIP old friend!



  2. Sherlyn Kmecz Maughs on April 27, 2023 at 7:00 pm

    I remember Bonnie from St. Mary Magdalen grade school. She was friendly and a good classmate. It’s sad to see that she has passed.



  3. Cathy Smiley Kveton on May 1, 2023 at 6:52 pm

    I’m so sorry to hear this. Bonnie was a sweet friend from grade school. Your family is in my prayers. May she Rest in Peace. 🙏🙏



  4. Mary Noonan Dooling on May 28, 2023 at 5:35 pm

    I knew Bonnie from DuBourg Class of’70. I agree with everything said about her. In the comments and obituary above. As pretty on the inside as she was on the outside. Even her voice was sweet! Sending prayers to her family.



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