Bonny Valentine Hansen, age 88 of Springfield, Missouri passed away and went to Heaven, Sunday, December 14, 2014. She was born February 14, 1926 in Saint Paul, Minnesota the daughter of George and Nan Keay. On November 28, 1944 Bonny was united in marriage to Earl C. Hansen and became a United States Navy wife. They lived in Kentucky for 35 years where she enjoyed being president of her Homemakers Club. In 2005, Bonny and Earl moved to Billings, Missouri. Since childhood, Bonny was known for her love of animals. She nurtured not only dogs, cats and farm animals but baby robins, raccoons and even opossums “No-foolin”. Bonny knew no stranger and her giving spirit was endless. Her sense of humor and one-liners always kept everyone’s life joyful. Bonny was preceded in death by her husband Earl on July 14, 2013, her parents, an infant granddaughter Christina, brother George and sister Bette. Bonny is lovingly survived by two daughters Pam Cunningham of Springfield, (Don, her favorite son-in-law) “No-foolin” and Patty Grooms of Ottumwa, Iowa (John, her other favorite son-in-law) “No-foolin”. Additional survivors include a sister Margaret Sandberg. Bonny was Mama Bonny to seven grandchildren and their spouses, Jana Cunningham, David Cunningham, Tricia Worrall, Julie Davidson, Cory Grooms, Jeff Grooms and David Grooms. Bonny also delighted in her 18 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandson. Her family members all have peace for a lifetime remembering precious memories Bonny left within their hearts. Bonny will be laid to rest beside her husband in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, at 2:00 P.M.Wednesday, December 17, 2014. Arrangements and services under the direction of Barnes Family Funeral Home, Ozark. Online condolences may be shared at www.barnesfamilyfunerals.com.
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Tricia Worrall (Dwaine & kids) says
December 16, 2014 at 3:41 pmThere are no words sufficient to express what a joy it was to have such a loving Mama. I have wonderful memories of excitement and joy the closer we got to Mama and Papa’s house both as a child and as an adult. Being with Mama was simply FUN. I can hear her laugh like it was yesterday. The love that she gave will last a lifetime in my heart. The kindness she expressed to every single person that came across her path impacted the lives of so many.
She will be so deeply missed, but I treasure all of my memories.
Trish
Taylor Wadle says
December 16, 2014 at 4:16 pm2 Corinthians 5:6-8 says, ” So we are always of great courage. We know that while we are home in the body we are away from the Lord, for we walk by faith, not by sight. Yes, we are of good courage, and we would rather be away from the body and at home with the Lord.”
Mama Bonnie you were always so kind-hearted. You were a blessing to all. I will miss you dearly. Rejoice and be happy; for you are now home.
With much love,
Your great granddaughter
Tessa Wadle says
December 16, 2014 at 4:54 pmI remember this one time we were visiting Mama Bonnie, and she wanted to feed the raccoons with me. She couldn’t find anything but prunes, so of course that’s what we fed them. After the prunes were gone she said “These raccoons will poop good tonight.” Of course we all cracked up. I called her on her birthday and she said “Happy Birthday to you too. Oh wait, I meant Happy Valentines Day.” I miss you Mama Bonnie. Love you
Kimberly Baker says
December 16, 2014 at 6:38 pmPatty –
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I wish I would have been able to meet her. She sounds like she was a real special lady. May you find comfort knowing that she rests with Jesus.
Jan Sandberg Carlson says
December 16, 2014 at 6:43 pmDear Patty and Pam,
We are all sad at the passing of your Mom. She was tiny but mighty at heart.
I’m sure God has wrapped his arms around her and taken her to her special
Place. My thoughts and prayers to you and your families.
Love
Jan
Jesse Elkins says
December 16, 2014 at 7:48 pmI had the privilege of knowing Bonny for a short time but that time was full of joy and many new memories Bonny welcomed me as a life long friend and made me feel a part of her life. Each visit began with Bonny making sure her lipstick was on, ending with a time of prayer to our Lord.
What a blessing to have known this precious lady. May God’s grace sustain you during these days!