Obituaries
Bonnie E. Whitman, 70
June 08, 2020
Bonnie E. Whitman, 70, of Ephrata, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2020. Born in Ephrata she was the daughter of the late Eugene H. and Sara E. (Gray) Barrett.
Bonnie was a lifelong member of Highpoint Community Church in Ephrata.
Bonnie was a natural caregiver, she worked for 39 dedicated years as a nurse’s aide for the Visiting Nurses Association. She loved to sing and was involved with all of her church choirs. She also would sing to her patients as she cared tenderly for them. In her free time, she enjoyed spending time with her grandkids and doing crossword puzzles. Bonnie enjoyed being in the company of her cat, Sunshine.
She is survived by her children Keith Whitman and Kevin Whitman, her grandchildren Angie, Amy, Jesse, and Katy, her brother Don Barrett, husband of Tammy, former spouse Glenn C. Whitman, and eight great-grandchildren.
Services are being planned for a later date. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made in Bonnie’s name to Visiting Nurse Associations of America, 2519 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008.
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Condolences to the Family
February 11, 2021
So sad to hear about Bonnie’s passing. I just heard about it recently. We spent many Sunday afternoons together growing up. We took long hikes in the summer or ice skating on our family pond in the summer. We declared each other to be cousins even though I was foster. I thought of her many times over the years even though we lived on opposite sides of the country. So sorry for your loss Kevin and Keith. I know your mom is in heaven.
Cherie Hurt (Burris)
June 19, 2020
Keith,
My condolences to you and your family on your Mom’s passing. I didn’t know her well but when she would come into the store she was always so sweet and funny. A true Lady with a heart of Gold!
-CherylAnn @Community Natural Food Store
June 18, 2020
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Bonnie was such a sweet lady. I served with her in our church toddler nursery at Evangel and got to know her. We talked and laughed so much. I’m very sad but she is home now. Prayers for you all💜💜
Mary Beth Appel
June 18, 2020
I have known bonnie for a long time. She always had a heart of gold and a heart full of joy and compassion. She was Strong willed a leader and a great friend. She was always a help to me and my family and was a prayer warrior for all of us. I feel so empty inside i lost my dear brother and now a dear friend. I will miss u and miss u stoppin into see me. Love u RIP
Susanna Mcfadden
June 18, 2020
Susanna mcfadden
June 18, 2020
I give honor to God for blessing me with my dear friend, Bonnie. We were friends for over 40 yrs. She is a precious , giving friend, with a humble heart. I will miss her,yet heaven is now a sweeter place for me knowing she is there, dancing and rejoicing with her family and Jesus! I send my deepest sympathies to her sons, and granchildren and her special brother, they are a special treasure left by Bonnie for us to uphold in prayer.
Rosemary Carpenter
June 17, 2020
My sincerest condolences for the loss of your mom Keith and Kevin… Your mom was a sweet caring person… I wish we could have all went for that train ride on Strasburg railroad that we all were supposed to go on… RIP Bonnie I know u will be missed…
William Hilton
June 17, 2020
Bonnie has touched so many people lives. By her love, her prayers, her Faithfulness to God. She left behind an amazing legacy of love, service and Faith. We are all been impacted by Bonnie life one way or another.She will be missed dearly by many. Thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends during these times. May God of Comfort comfort you all during this time.
Amy Z
June 17, 2020
I’m so sorry for your loss of your mom , grandma Bonnie we will all miss u may u Rest In Peace. Until we all see u in heaven.
Dorothy Frey
