Bonnie Elizabeth Patino

Bonnie Elizabeth Patino, 74, born on April 21, 1946, in San Bernardino, CA to Rosendo and Margaret Gutierrez. She passed away on April 23, 2020 at her home in Indio. She had been battling pancreatic cancer. She was married to her husband Joe Patino for 30 years before his passing in 2006. Bonnie is survived by her daughters Veronica Moraga, Laurie Moreno, Gina Delafuente, and son Benjamin Patino of Indio; Renee Chavez of Covina and Valerie Salazar of Coachella; 25 grandchildren; 51 great-grandchildren; sisters Margaret Hernandez, Priscilla Achatz, Valerie Gutierrez and Cecilia Gutierrez of Colton; along with many cousins, nieces and nephews.

Before retiring, Bonnie worked for Desert Sands Unified School District for 23 years as a paraeducator.

Bonnie will be remembered for her positive personality and her love of living life. She loved the outdoors, particularly camping around SoCal beaches. She loved sitting on the beach enjoying her favorite drinks, laughing with her loved ones. One of her favorite hobbies was visiting every thrift store in her never-ending search for the best bargain and deals on furniture.

Her greatest accomplishment was her family. Bonnie always knew how to forgive and would make sure no family member felt left out. Her heart and her home were open to all and she never said no to a family member in need. Bonnie's great love was an inspiration to those around her. She was always full of energy and laughs, she was the linchpin in her ever-growing family.

Bonnie has left an everlasting impression on the lives she has touched. She was loved by all and will be greatly missed. Arrangements are under the direction of Forest Lawn, Indio, California.