Minnie Bonnell
April 19, 1925 to June 19, 2021
Obituary
To view the service for Minnie Bonnell on Wednesday June 23rd, at 11:00 a.m. from The Carnell Memorial Chapel, please click the following link: https://view.oneroomstreaming.com/authorise.php?k=1624382087121568
Passed peacefully away in the presence of her loving family on June 19th, 2021, at the age of 96 years.
Predeceased by her parents Allan & Clara Gillard; her husband Aubrey Bonnell (1994); as well as her two sisters Jean Skanes (Eric, deceased) and Sandra Clarke (David, deceased).
Leaving to mourn with precious memories are her sons Aubrey (Eleanor), David (Judy), Paul, and Chris (Carol); her grandchildren Steven (Denise Mullett), Scott (Kaena Clark), Catherine Bailey (Richard), Karen Snow (Karl), Beth Cook (Rickey), Timothy (Carly Slaney), and Joshua; her great-grandchildren Nathan, Evan, York, Aidan, Issak, Nanea, Sophie, Hudson, and Summer; her sister Edie Penney; as well as a large circle of other relatives, friends from St. David’s Presbyterian Church, nieces, and nephews.
Special thanks to the staff at Tiffany Village for their many years of care, and to Dr. Amanda Coleman.
Cremation has taken place. A visitation will take place at Carnell’s Funeral Home, 329 Freshwater Rd., on Tuesday, June 22nd from 2pm-4pm & 7pm-9pm. Following COVID-19 protocols, a funeral service will be held from the Carnell Memorial Chapel on Wednesday, June 23rd at 11am with interment to follow at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.
Flowers are gratefully accepted – or a donation may be made in her memory to Newfoundland and Labrador Association for Community Living (https://www.nlacl.ca/) or to a charity of one’s choice.
Schedule
Visitations
2-4 p.m. on June 22, 2021
7-9 p.m. on June 22, 2021
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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funeral
11:00am, Wednesday June 23rd
Carnell’s Funeral Home
329 Freshwater Road
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Following COVID-19 protocols
Dear Eleanor and Aubrey, Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Aubrey’s Mother. I met Mrs. Bonnell only once, but we had a lovely chat, and her kindness and caring ways rang through to me immediately. May she rest in peace.
Carolyn Tilley
We were saddened to hear of Mrs Bonnell’s
passing. She was a very kind and patient lady.
To our good friend Chris and all the Bonnell family please accept our sympathies and know you are in our thoughts.
Aubrey, Sending condolences on the loss of your mom. I didn’t have the pleasure of meeting your mother, but she certainly looks like a very kind soul. Thinking of you at this time, Susan.
Dear Eleanor and Aubrey,
We were sorry to hear of Aubrey’s Mom’s passing. Such a full life lived in love of family and friends leaves you many happy memories. Our thoughts are with you.
Jan and Gus Lilly
Deepest Sympathy to the Bonnell Family . I will always remember her as part of the church and friend to my parents, Cyril and Effie. She was a lovely lady. My thoughts are with you at this time.
my sincere condolences to Bennell family on the passing of your mom.
I have good memories of her kind face and chat while serving on ACAB board. she was an intelligent lady.
Hassan Khalili and family
Our sincere condolences to the Bonnell family on the passing of your Mom. Minnie and her husband Aubrey were so welcoming to our family in our early days in Newfoundland. We had lovely chats over the years and her sweet encouraging smile will be missed by many.
Thinking of you with love
Condolences to the family.
Aubrey, so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. You were fortunate to have enjoyed her company for so long. She and Douglas shared the same birth date. I think that is a sign of some kind. God Bless. Jane Laite
Aubrey, Dave, Paul and Chris and families. Please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of your mother. I have lots of memories from years past of happy family get togethers. Your Mom and my Mom also had many good times together in later years. May all your treasured memories comfort you during this sad time.
Elaine Bursey and Kevin Penney
Dear Aubrey and family.
My condolences on the passing of Mrs Bonnell.
I recall fondly her pleasant smile and gentle manner in Sunday school and other church functions.
Sincerely, Steve Bruneau
Our condolences to the Bonnell family on the loss of a dear Mother.,Grandmother & Great Grandmother..It is a difficult loss regardless of age.
Our thoughts are with you.
Sincerely.
Dave & Sylvia Hudson.
So many treasured memories of Uncle Aubrey and Aunt Minnie visiting us in Pasadena during the summers when we were kids. Such a sweet and charming lady. She touched many lives and will be sadly missed by all who knew her.
Aubrey, please accept my condolences on the passing of your Mom.
I worked with your Dad and met your Mom several times…. a lovely lady. It is so sad to see them go.
WISHING ALL THE FAMILY HEALING AND PEACE.
WE ARE BETTER FOR KNOWING HER.
YOUR FAMILY IS BETTER FOR LOVING
HER.
TO OUR BEAUTIFUL AUNT MINNIE.
Aubrey and the Bonnell Family
Donna and I extend our deepest condolences on the passing of your mother. She enjoyed a full and wonderful life. Her family…children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren…are a wonderful testament to a life well lived.
We will remember her and you in our thoughts and prayers.
Ian & Donna
Aubrey and family,
Losing our mothers, at any age, is not easy. I did not know your mom but I know the loss you are feeling now.
Please accept my deepest sympathies and go to your memories and keep her and them in your heart.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Alison
Aubrey and Bonnell Family,
When I read of Mrs. Bonnell’s passing memories came flooding back of our other life on Tunis Court. Those were halcyon times without a care. Minnie was a great part of that. Allowing us to build forts in your back yard, milk and cookies and sometimes a sleepover in a tent. She had such a disarming smile. You could see her goodness shine through while at the same time imparting sage advice to the boys. Ellen and I send our heartfelt condolences during this sad time.
TO THE BONNELL FAMILY:
I would like to offer my sincere condolences to ALL of Aunt Minnie’s Family. I am so sorry to learn of her passing. Brian thought the world of all of his Aunts. My prayers snd thoughts are with you all in your time of sorrow.
I have some special memories of her over the years and her beautiful smile will never be forgotten.
HUGS FROM AFAR,
Bobby Skanes
To Aubrey and the Bonnell Family we would like to offer our condolence..
Dear Aubrey and Family. Please accept our sincere Condolences on the passing of your Mother. Take care and God Bless.
Chris, Aubrey, Dave & Paul, I am sorry to hear of the recent passing of your mother. Mrs. Bonnell was a wonderful woman with a lot of wisdom to share. I enjoyed being in the presence of her company over the years. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God bless, Robert and Karen White
So sorry to hear of Mrs. Bonells passing. I remember her from many years back on Tunis Court and Herder Place. She was such a lovely, pleasant lady. Please accept my condolences.
Lois Winsor Fogwill
Dave and Judy
So sorry to hear of your Mothers passing.
Thinking of you as you mourn your loss and also begin celebrating her life.
Glenn and Christine Blackwood
My deepest condolences to the entire family on their loss. I have fond memories of when I was young and Uncle Aubrey & Aunt Minnie coming to our house at Christmas time, everyone had such a wonderful time.
She was a very special lady and will be missed by all who knew her.
Bonnell Family: Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Mrs. Bonnell. I remember her well as a customer here at Hickman Motors. She was always such a lovely and pleasant lady. I often thought her sweet voice alone, would give one a lift , if feeling down. I’m sure your lovely memories will bring you comfort.
The Bonnell family: Please accept our deepest condolences. We know that you will take comfort in one another during this very sad time. Love and blessings from Donna and Fraser Winsor
David, Aubrey, Paul and Chris and families. So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I remember your mom
while growing up on Tunis Court . My thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Bonnell Family
So sorry to hear of Aunt Minnies passing. We have so many memories of times spent together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Thinking of you all with love and prayers. Frank and Shirley
David & Judy:
David so sorry to hear that your Mom has passed .
My thoughts & prayers are with you all at this very sad time. .
She was a beautiful lady.
Love
Aunt Phyllis
So very saddened to know our dear, beautiful Aunt Minnie has left us We all loved her wit, her energy, her humour & kindness as well as her intellect & tenacity to achieve/spearhead advocacy related to Community Supports. She truly inspired me, I admired her greatly; she has a special spot in my heart forever. Our sincere condolences to her dear family … With loving & caring thoughts, Elizabeth Skanes, Kent, Sam & Sarah Jingfors
To The Bonnell Family
Sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. We are sure you have many lovely memories to hold in your hearts forever. Harrison had lovely get-togethers with Paul & his family. Mrs. Bonnell was a very kind & caring person. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all!
Harrison, Ros & Family
To the Bonnell family: So sorry to hear of Minnie’s passing. Such a nice person. Fond memories of her when we would visit. Thoughts and prayers are with you at this time
Clarence and Bill Taylor
We’re so sorry to hear of Aunt Minnie’s passing. We have such fond memories of her , Uncle Aubrey, and all your family visits with us in Pasadena.
We’re thinking of you all and hope your precious memories help ease your sadness in this difficult time.
Love , Sylvia Bonnell, Stephen Bonnell and Stephanie March (nee Bonnell) and families.
Bonnell “boys” and families,So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Tunis Court seems like eons ago when we were all so young. I will remember “Mrs Bonnell’s” voice, so gentle and pleasant and when I visited years ago on a NL trip she was just as pleasant as ever!
Donna [ Hibbs }
So sorry to learn of your Mom s passing. Our families go back a long time and I always enjoyed chat s with Minnie. May you find comfort in the many memories.
Blessings!
Chris and family, So very sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. It was always inspirational to see her surrounded by her boys at the ERSB functions.. May she rest in heavenly peace. Denise and Allan English
Aubrey, Dave, Paul, Chris and families. It is with great sadness that I learned of your mom’s passing.. She was such a lady! I will cherish my memories of our visits together forever.. Due to illness (nothing serious) I will not be able to attend her memorial. But be assured you will all be in my thoughts and prayers. Gord and I send our love.
Lona and Gord Badcock.
Aubrey and Eleanor, our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. We remember you spoke lovingly of her when we shared a berth in Holyrood.
Sweet memories of Aunt Minnie and all on our summer vacations to Newfoundland. Condolences ????
Love Paula,Luis and Michael