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Richard Bonyata Obituary
Rick was born in Tallahassee, Florida, to Dick and Marilee Bonyata, and grew up in Lake City. He graduated from Columbia High School in 1984. He attended Florida State University, graduating with a degree in electrical engineering. He worked as an electrical engineer/forensic consultant with McDowell Owens Engineering in Houston.
Rick was preceded in death by his infant son Kyle and his father, Richard Bonyata.
Rick is survived by his three daughters Lindsay Hellman (Judd), twins, Abbey and Chelsea, and their mother, Cindy Moore Bonyata. Also surviving is his very special new granddaughter, Brooklyn Marie Hellman, as well as his mother, Marilee Bonyata, sisters Rebecca Lambert (John) and Betsy Upchurch (Jimmy), his brother Chuck Bonyata (Vikki) and friend, Megan Matherne.
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, January 24, 2014, at the Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church with Pastor Louie Mabrey officiating. Visitation with the family will be held Thursday evening, January 23, 2014, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the funeral home.
GATEWAY-FOREST LAWN FUNERAL HOME, 3596 South US Hwy 441, Lake City, FL, 32025. (386) 752-1954. Please leave words of love and comfort for the family online at, www.gatewayforestlawn.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Bonyata
Kelli
February 15, 2014
I never got to tell you so I'll tell you now. these past few years that we got to spend time together really getting to know each other and getting to Talking to you about the more spiritual parts of life is something Ill take with me forever. I always wanted to have those talks w papa but I just wasn't ready to back then. We all miss you Uncle Ricky and are so greatful to get call you family.
"And I'll see your face in every star I'll be lovin' you wherever you are. I'll miss you, god how I'll miss you"
-Dolly Parton
Don Norris
January 25, 2014
Ricky was my friend who loved playing softball as much as I did. He played only for fun and friendship and was an excellent player who could always be counted on to be at the game.
Richard Wells
January 25, 2014
Rick,
You were more like a brother to me than an uncle. We all will forever miss you. Until we meet again Rick... We love you
Kathryn Lambert Dale
January 25, 2014
Hugs. I know from experience there are no words.
January 24, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with Ricks family and my daughter Megan.From Debbie Rodriguez Megans Mom
Great Aunt Jean Lentz
January 24, 2014
I didn't know Rick but Meagan is my great niece and heard from her mom mom Pattie Kelly how much she loved him I know his mother, sister and children will miss him greatly. I lost my only son in 1974 and a stepson in 2010 and know it is not easy loosing a child. I just want to say keep your faith in God as he is the only one that will help you thru your time of sorrow.
January 24, 2014
Marilee, My prayers are with you at such a tragic time. May God give you comfort and peace. Carole Robertson (Garden Club)
Pattie Kelly
January 23, 2014
To the Bonyata family and my dearest granddaughter Megan Matherne, you have my deepest sympathy for the loss of a son,brother, father, grand father and fiancee. May god bless each and everyone of you at this sad time in your lives and give you the strength to endure such a loss. Love to each and everyone of you.
The Staff of Gateway-Forest Lawn Funeral Home
January 23, 2014
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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