Patty Ann Bonnell, 62 of Fremont passed away on August 8, 2015 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born on August 9, 1952 in Mishawaka, IN to Richard and Beatrice (Markward) Dray. She was a 1971 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.
Patty married Gregory A. Bonnell on September 28, 1978 in Fremont, OH and he survives. She was a mother and a homemaker. Patty enjoyed taking care of all of her grandchildren and spending time with her family. She also enjoyed cooking, knitting, camping and going to their cabin in southern Ohio. Patty collected teddy bears and Mickey Mouse Christmas items. She also liked to watch NASCAR and football.
Patty is survived by her husband of 35 years, Greg Bonnell, Fremont; sons, Jonus (Meleny) Bonnell, Port Clinton, OH and Jeramiah (Hiedi) Bonnell, Bettsville; mother, Beatrice Dray, Fremont; grandchildren, Alyssa Jenn Perkins, Indyca Rose, Axton Jonus, Everson Hunter, Jayden Allen and Jayce Carter Bonnell; siblings, Robert (Janie) Dray, Green Springs, Joseph (Karen) Dray, Beverly (Dennis) Tuckerman and David (Karen) Dray all of Fremont; brother-in-law, Donald Stines, Fremont and many nieces and nephews.
Patty is preceded in death by her father, Richard Dray and twin sister, Sally Stines.
Visitation: Thursday from 3 to 7 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.
Memorial Service: Thursday, August 13, 2015, 7 p.m. at the funeral home with Pastor Kevin Pinkerton officiating.
Memorials: National Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, PO Box 1848, Longmont, CO 80502.
Online Condolences: www.whhfh.com
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RENEE (HALBEISEN) GOEBEL
Patty was such a cutie and a sweetheart. I am grateful I had the opportunity to spend some time with off and on in high school. Love all you Drays and am so sorry for this loss. I will continue to participate in the Relay for Life every year for her and others. Rest in Peace Patty!!
patricia bortel-fishe
Greg and family I know patty will be missed greatly. I have only knew her a few years, but I have worked with Greg a lifetime and he always spoke highly of her. I am glad I got to spend that Tuesday with her and meet the family, it was a great time. I am also glad she got to enjoy the waffles we took her. Please be strong all of you and watch over Greg, your mom was his world!!!! But, she would want you all to go on and be strong and hold your heads high like she did till the end.
My thoughts and prayers be with the whole family.
Patricia Bortel-Fishe and Family
Mel Wammes
Dearest Greg and family,
I’m so very sorry for your precious loss. Patty is, and always will be one if the most awesome
friend anyone can have. I will treasure that forever. God Bless her, hurt no more, and
may she rest in peace .
With a heavy heart I wish peace for all of you also…
Sincerely,
Mel
Judy Whitson
Greg and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I have been keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers since I ran into you at the Toledo Hospital. Find comfort in friends, family, and wonderful memories during this very difficult time.
Barb Gangwer
Greg, Jonus, Jeremiah and entire Dray family, It is with a heavy heart that i write how sorry I am for the loss of Patty. She was one of the best friends a person could have. You did not have to be in constant contact with her to know that she would always be there for you, and I would always be there for her. I have so many memories of her and the entire family over the years. When the kids were little and we had so many get togethers. Then as peoples lives changed and moved on, over the years, you lose track on a daily basis. I will never forget my friendship with Patty. It was one of a kind. I loved her dearly. I am very blessed that I got to have her in my life. I am so glad I was able to visit with her during her last days. We always made it a point to call each other on each others birthdays. It was a joke that I was always a day late. I did not get to call this year, but I am glad I wished her an early birthday this year…………….May she be at peace and free of pain. You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time and will continue to be in my thoughts as you continue to go through life without her earthly presence. My love to all of you.
Ed & Aggie Halbisen
We would like to send our heartfelt condolences to Greg and family. It is so hard to lose a loved one. We hope the wonderful memories you have of Patty will help you though this difficult time.
Elda
My deepest condolences to the Bonnell family, may you find comfort in prayer and the beautiful words of Isaiah 25:8 where God promises us that He will soon eliminate all death and suffering.