Bonnie Dowd Obituary

TRENTON - Bonnie Kay Dowd, 70, of Trenton, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 11, 2013, at her summer rental home in Beach Haven.
Born in Trenton, Bonnie was a lifelong Trenton resident.
She was a bookkeeper for Joel Richards Hair Salon in Lawrenceville, where she retired after more than 30 years of service.
Bonnie was a graduate of the first graduating class of Notre Dame High School, class of 1961, as a Salutatorian. She enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and their summer vacations at Beach Haven.
Daughter of the late LeRoy Walter and Katherine Huber Bensel, wife of the late William R. "Richard" Dowd Sr., she is survived by two sons and two daughters-in-law William R. Dowd Jr. of Beach Haven, Kevin Sean and Kerry Collins Dowd of Morganville, Kimberly Ann Dowd of Manahawkin; a daughter and son-in-law Bonnie Kay and Robert Smetanka of Manahawkin; her beloved partner Elmer Kerlin of Trenton; eight grandchildren Bob, Mark, Erik, Brianna, Kelly, Billy, Kelsey and Morgan; two brothers and two sisters-in-law LeRoy and Anne Bensel Jr. of Virginia, Richard M. and Patricia Kelly Bensel of Wallingford, PA; one sister and brother-in-law Helen May and Jon Spodofora of Manahawkin; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday at the M. William Murphy Funeral Home, 1863 Hamilton Ave., Hamilton. Visit www.murphyfh.com. Burial will be in St. Hedwig Cemetery, Eggerts Crossing Road, Lawrenceville. Calling hours will be Tuesday from 6 to 8 p.m., and Wednesday from 10 a.m. until time of services at the funeral home.
Donations in Bonnie's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 2600 US Highway 1, North Brunswick, NJ 08902.

Published by The Trentonian from Jul. 13 to Jul. 17, 2013.

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Sincere sympathy for your loss!She was a pleasant lady!

Miriam Hofing

September 21, 2013

Elmer,

I'm so sorry for your loss. Bonnie was a wonderful person to know.

My thoughts and prayers are with you.

God Bless!

Dawn Haws

July 16, 2013

Dear Billy Kevin And Bonnie , so sorry to hear of your moms passing. We were schoolmates, then neighbors in Ewing where you and my kids were classmates.now we live on LBI where she loved to be. Sometimes connections are amazing. I hope you can find comfort in each other. This is when family is so important. God bless. Mary Nitti

July 16, 2013

Mrs. Dowd - I love you ! I have so many fond memories of being at your house and growing up with your family. You have been my neighbor my whole life and we cherish that. May you be in peace. Love Always, Neil Kleinman & Family

Neil Kleinman

July 16, 2013

I am truly sorry for your loss. She was such a wonderful lady.

Leida A (CINJ)

July 16, 2013

Kevin and family, I'm so sorry to hear of your mother's sudden death. At this painful time, may you seek Jehovah in prayer. He will comfort you and help you endure. 1 Peter 5:6,7

D D

July 16, 2013

, I am deeply saddened by your loss and I want you to know that your Family and you are in my Prayers. May God Bless you all at this time of reflection on all the good times and not of your loss, but of God's gain. May Peace be with you all.

July 15, 2013

Bonnie I'm soooo sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. You and your family are in my prayers. Take care.

Terry Obergfell

July 15, 2013

The words of a song came to mind when I read of Bonnie's loss - memories light the corners of my mind. I have so many wonderful memories of time spent with her and my sister Daryl when they became friends during their young, single days and through their years as young wives and mothers. I spent many weekends at the beach and happy hours at home with Bonnie, always talking, laughing and just enjoying life! Although we lost touch in more recent years, we seemed to somehow keep track of what the other was up to. They were very happy years, and my memories of the Bensel/Dowd families will never be lost - they'll always be with me to bring warm smiles and laughter whenever I think of Bonnie. My heartfelt condolences to all. May she rest in peace.

Claire Dwier Zarr

July 15, 2013

So shocked to hear of Bonnie's passing. Have many memories of family times together as cousins. My prayers and sympathy are extended to her family and friends. Sincerely, Libby Hutchinson Thomas

Elizabeth Thomas

July 14, 2013

My sincere condolences to your entire family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP, Bonnie Kay Dowd.

Renee Pacella

July 14, 2013

Sadly, Bonnie is a cousin I lost touch with many years ago. Have many fond memories of her along with the Bensel family, and I'm so sorry to hear of her
death. I will never forget her and I
pray she is now at peace with her wonderful parents who I loved.

Andrea Samonsky

July 14, 2013

Our condolences and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time. May you find comfort knowing she is at peace.

Anita and Peter Sapnar

July 14, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. God bess.

Patty Jordan

July 14, 2013

My heartfelt condolences to the entire family. I will pray for your family's comfort. Heaven just got another angel. May God Bless all of you.

Missey King

July 14, 2013

Wow....having lost contact with Bonnie over the past 15 years, this is quite a shock! She was a lovely, funny considerate woman. My sympathies to her family. Many memories of her. We worked closely at the furniture store. Rest in peace, Bonnie

Herb Spiegel

July 14, 2013

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