Bonnie Reiff Obituary

Bonnie Wroth Reiff passed away June 30 at Casey House, Rockville, Md. She was 72.

She was born Nov. 12, 1945, at Walter Reed General Hospital, Washington, D.C., to the late Rev. E. Pinkney Wroth Jr. and the late Noreen B. Wroth. She lived in Damascus, Md., for the past 20 years with her beloved husband, Jerome Reiff. They were married three days short of 47 years.

She graduated from Towson State College and began her teaching career working with elementary school children in Montgomery County Public Schools. She also taught for a number of years in southeastern New Hampshire. She most enjoyed working in the classroom as an aide in special education.

Bonnie loved her family and friends and enjoyed walking, hiking, skiing, yoga and reading. She will be remembered for her quiet courage, kindness, friendship and bright smile.

She is survived by her husband, Jerome, and their three children, Andrew M. Reiff (Christina), North Bend, Wash., Katherine R. Kula (Ryan), Purcellville, Va., and Timothy H. Reiff, Henderson, Nev. Bonnie had four grandchildren, Meredith and Alexander Kula and Sierra and Ethan Reiff. She is also survived by five siblings, Edward P. "Ted" Wroth III (Dean), Pawleys Island, S.C., Cynthia Chambers (Thomas), Arlington, Va., Susan Wroth, Myrtle Beach, S.C., Candace Wroth, Washington, Va., and Rebecca Wroth Pierce (Tracey), Sumter, S.C.

Memorial services were held Saturday in Maryland. In lieu of flowers, Bonnie requested donations be made in her memory to Preemies Today at preemiestoday.com.

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Published by Republican & Herald on Jul. 16, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for Bonnie Reiff

12 Entries

John Bash

July 3, 2025

As sad as Bonnie's passing was, I have such happy memories of knowing her over many years, starting in fifth grade in Havana, Cuba. She and I would often compete in spelling bees; she was a gracious winner. She had a contagious smile. I can't picture in her in my mind's eye without her smile, often accompanied by a good-natured laugh. She didn't think of herself, but rather of other people of all ages and backgrounds. She was always in services to others, in school, church, everywhere. Her memory inspires us to follow her example of helpfulness and kindness.

John Bash

July 3, 2023

I remember spelling bees at Cathedral School in Havana where the boys competed against the girls. I was pretty good, but Bonnie usually beat me. I wasn't surprised when I met Bonnie again much later to learn that she had dedicated her life to educating and helping people. Her many friends still think of her often and fondly.

Jan Mullinix

July 3, 2021

I was just thinking about Bonnie a few days ago. We miss her in our book club. Bonnie was such a lovely person, very kind and compassionate... so sad she passed away at such a young age.

Jan Mullinix

July 3, 2020

I was in a book club with Bonnie for several years. She was such a lovely and caring friend. We all miss her and wish she had had more time with us. Luv, Jan Mullinix :)

Chris Baker

July 13, 2018

Today I join all members of the extended family of Bonnie Wroth Reiff in celebrating the kind, caring and warm life that she led. I will miss seeing her at the reunions of Ruston Academy where we often exchanged fond memories of our childhood lives in Cuba.
Que descanses en paz mi querida Bonnie.

July 11, 2018

Psalm 90:10 says that the days of our years are 70 years, And if because of special mightiness they are 80 years. May the memories of the wonderful times you shared together bring a smile and joy in your heart.

Donna Largent

July 9, 2018

Bonnie and I were in a book club together. She was a warm, caring person who had great insight which she shared in her gentle way. My deepest condolences to her family. She loved them so much. She will be missed greatly by us all.

Libby Mosesman

July 9, 2018

I was in a book club with Bonnie and loved her smile and admired her quiet strength. She had a gentle, caring soul. My deepest condolences to her family. I will miss her.

John Bash

July 9, 2018

Our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Bonnie. Her smile seems to have lasted from the 1950's, when we were friends in Havana, to the very end. May the memory of her smile motivate all who knew her to show kindness, empathy and sympathy in our dealings with everyone we meet. May she rest in peace after a life well lived. Margaret Sheppard and John Bash, classmates of Bonnie at the Cathedral School and Ruston Academy.

Jan Mullinix

July 9, 2018

I knew Bonnie from our book club. She was such a lovely and loving lady and will be greatly missed by all of us. "May the Lord bless and keep you always..." Jan <3

Steven Schnurman

July 9, 2018

My late wife, Linda, knew Bonnie best and would talk about her a lot, wire fondly. I'm sending a donation in Bonnie's memory to honor both Linda and Bonnie. May God comfort you and bless you in your grief as only He can.

Blessings
Steven

July 8, 2018

Our condolences to the family. May God fulfill his promise of binding up the brokenhearted. Isa 61:1.

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