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Bonnie BLAKLEY Obituary

Bonnie F. Blakley

PORTAGE, MI - Bonnie F. Blakley, 85, passed away Wednesday afternoon, Oct. 23, 2013.

Bonnie was born July 8, 1928, in Springfield, Ill., the daughter of the late Benjamin and Hattie (Ross) Tipps. She enjoyed crocheting, baking, and spending time with her family. On June 27, 1953, she was united in marriage to her loving husband of 60 years, Kenneth Blakley, who survives.

Also surviving are her sons, Kenneth (Susan) Blakley and David (Nancy) Blakley; five grandchildren: Candice, Rachelle, Megan, Stephen, and Amanda; eight great-grandchildren; a sister, Norma Clark; and many nieces and nephews.

Bonnie was preceded in death by a grandson, Kenneth Steven Jr.; and seven brothers and sisters.

A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m., Monday, Oct. 28, 2013, at the Mt. Ever-Rest Cemetery Chapel.

Memorials may be directed to Kalamazoo Missionary Church, or St. Catherine of Siena.

Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre, Portage, MI. Please visit Bonnie's personalized guestbook at www.langelands.com.

Published by The State Journal-Register on Oct. 26, 2013.
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Dave & Nancy sorry for you loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Randy Brizendine

October 29, 2013

One of the sweetest ladies I know. It was always great to spend time with Aunt Bonnie, Uncle Kenny and the family. Judy (Tipps) and Dave Robertson

Judy (Tipps) Robertson

October 26, 2013

Our thoughts are with you and your family. John and Bunny

October 26, 2013

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