Bonnie Comeau
July 9, 1933 ~ March 31, 2018
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Bonnie J. Comeau, 84, of Gettysburg, passed away Saturday, March 31, 2018 at the Avera Oahe Manor, Gettysburg.
Funeral services were held at 1:00 a.m., Friday, April 6, 2018 at United Methodist Church, Gettysburg, with Pastor Jeff Adel presiding. Burial followed in the Gettysburg Cemetery. A prayer service was held at 7:00 p.m., Thursday, April 5, 2018 at the church with visitation one-hour prior.
Bonnie Jean Rogers was born July 9, 1933 in Gettysburg, SD. She was the daughter of A.L. and Lillian Rogers. Bonnie attended grade school at the Elida country school near the family farm. She attended Gettysburg High School from 1947 to 1951, where she excelled academically, musically, and was chosen Homecoming Queen.
Bonnie married Duane Comeau on June 24, 1951. While Duane was a member of the Air Force they lived in Cheyenne, WY; Biloxi, MS; and Virginia Beach, VA.
Bonnie was a longtime resident of Gettysburg, where she raised three children and was primarily a homemaker. Bonnie did work for a time as a florist, painting houses, and as the Activities Director at the Oahe Manor in Gettysburg. Bonnie was an active member of the United Methodist Church, UMC Women’s Fellowship, and served as a Sunday School and Vacation Bible School teacher. She was a member of Eastern Star, American Legion and Hospital Auxiliaries. Bonnie had many interests and hobbies that included bowling, golf, music, gardening, crafting and attending local sporting events.
Bonnie is survived by her brother, Dale (Phyllis) Rogers, Sioux Falls, SD; her three children: Debra (Burnell) Glanzer, Armour, SD, Scott Comeau, Lincoln, NE, and Corey (Dawn) Comeau, Tucson, AZ; cousins, Norma Harer, Gettysburg, and Peggy Permann, Mesa, AZ; her six grandchildren and two great grandchildren held a very special place in her heart and they include: Chris (Kate) Egert, Minnetonka, MN, Ryan Comeau, Lincoln, NE, Jordan Williamson, Talia Williamson, Christian Comeau and Colton Comeau, Tucson, AZ, Dakota Egert and Delaney Egert, Minnetonka, MN; and many beloved nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Leon Rogers; and sister-in-law, Delphine Rogers.
Bonnie’s family would like to thank all those that visited and cared for her during her battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Bonnie didn’t die with an abundance of riches, but she was blessed with a wealth of lifelong friends. A special heartfelt thanks to her guardian angels: Norma Harer, Doris Larson, LaJean Hansen and the staff of the Oahe Manor.
Luce Funeral Home of Gettysburg has been entrusted with Bonnie’s arrangements.
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I’m sorry to hear of your mothers passing away. It’s truly hard to know what to say at a time like this. May God help comfort you and the family during the time of grieving. Even though I didn’t know your mother, I can see how loving shewas by having Scott as a close friend. You’re all in my thoughts and prayers.
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bonnie family
Comeau family, Kathy and I have many fond memories of our time in Gettysburg and Bonnie treated us so very well. I remember a trip we took to Miami Beach, Florida with a group. Bonnie was such a delight to travel with and kept everyone entertained. She touched many lives. May the peace of our Heavenly Father be with all of you as you grieve the loss of such a special woman.
Debbie and family. Sorry for your loss
I’m thinking of Bonnie this morning and remembering growing up in Gettysburg. I especially remember Bonnie’s artistic abilities. I remember the large "greeting cards" that would appear on the lawns around Gettysburg at Christmas time and that Bonnie’s creation was always so impressive. Her service to the the community and her church through her music and art helped to make Gettysburg a special place to grow up. After my Dad passed away, Bonnie was a wonderful support for my Mother who lived as a widow in Gettysburg until her passing. Thank you for it all, Bonnie. I know you are smiling down upon us right now as you take you place in the choir of angels, which you have fully earned.
Scott and Deb: I remember our Scott being in the same class as Scott and my being a fellow teacher with Deb. I extend our sympath to your families. Cherish the memories!