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Bonnie LaPointe Obituary
Bonnie was born in Framingham, Mass. and grew up in Mason and Antrim, N.H., and graduated in 1989 from ConVal High School. She married David Skerry in 1990 and had two beautiful children, Molly and Devon, who were the light of her life. While raising her young children, Bonnie dedicated her life to serving others by becoming a volunteer certified firefighter and E.M.T. with the Town of Hancock. Bonnie then connected with her long-time partner, Wayne Wagner.
She helped mentally disabled people live higher quality of lives through Monadnock Worksource, teaching them how to successfully learn life skills such as meal planning, grocery shopping, and riding the bus.
In 2016, it was discovered that Bonnie had a tumor at the base of her skull. After surgery, she worked hard to recover both physically and mentally, and even participated in a triathlon only a few weeks after surgery. Bonnie focused on her well-being by eating healthy, spending time in nature, participating in Kundalini yoga classes and contra dancing.
Searching for a fresh start, Bonnie moved to Windsor, Vermont in 2018.
Bonnie's beauty shown inside and out, and she made an impact on everyone she met. Her words of wisdom, enthusiasm and encouragement will continue to live through those who loved her. Pure joy is the best way to describe Bonnie.
In addition to many brokenhearted friends and family, Bonnie is survived by her mother, Jean LaPointe, from Hillsborough, N.H.; her daughter, Molly Skerry with her partner, Max, from Burlington, Vermont; her son, Devon Skerry with his wife, Kristen, from Lee, N.H.; her brother, Robert LaPointe, from New Boston, N.H.; her nieces Natalie LaPointe and Danielle LaPointe; her aunt Elaine Zanelli. She is predeceased by her grandparents, an aunt, and her father Ronald LaPointe.
Services will be held on Saturday, March 7 at 1 pm at the Congregational Church in Hancock, New Hampshire.
In Lieu of flowers, her family is hoping to create a Memorial Forest to honor Bonnie's memory and leave a legacy for her family. If you so choose, you can contribute towards a nature sanctuary through www.mightycause.com/story/Bonnie143.
Bonnie will be loved and missed by all.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Bonnie LaPointe
Jim Lawrence
February 24, 2025
I turned 50 over the summer, and your daughter and boyfriend were able to celebrate with me, you´d be so proud of her, I know in my heart you´re watching over her, you´re definitely missed.
Jim
Jim Lawrence
February 25, 2024
It was a pleasure to call you family, you are missed, and will always be a memory that will last an eternity.
Jim Lawrence
February 24, 2023
You touched lives. You created beautiful children.
So happy to have been a part in your life, even if for only a moment.
Jim Lawrence
February 24, 2022
Time does pass, but your memory will always last, you are not forgotten, and we give thanks for the time that we shared, God bless your kids I know you´re watching out for them
Jim Lawrence
February 24, 2021
Molly and Devon my heart is with you both, so many great memories of your mom and how she left her footprint in our hearts lots of love
Jim
Kelly Given
March 14, 2020
She was a beautiful soul. I will miss our chats.
Felicity Pool
March 13, 2020
We bonded with Bonnie over dogs, especially our roguish hound Jesse James who adored her. She gave us the gift of her support when it was time to put him to sleep due to pain, old age and disability and for that alone she's deep in my heart. And then there was also laughter, cups of tea and her sense of life as an adventure. What an amazing spirit.
Becky Ciardelli
March 12, 2020
Jean, May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Joanne Peniuk
March 12, 2020
Over the years we've all heard "let your light shine"....those words were never so true as with Bonnie. What an amazing woman, amazing soul! She stepped into my life by happenstance...in a resale shop. She was taking money she had gotten...from finding a diamond...in a sandbox search..venue to buy a warm quilt and other goodies for her neice! I offered to help her carry it out and a connection was born instantly. Bonnie you are the light, the true shiny diamond and your light really does shine on....in each of us who was touched by her unconditional love. Now, she truly is an "angel". With gratitude and love we send your goodness on to others...by what we each do...every day!
Gracie and
March 7, 2020
Beautiful Bonnie, David and I just loved her. We were there with her during Insight and Leadership. Gorgeous inside and out., Her soul shined so brightly. I was so happy to reunited with her. She spent several sleepovers with David and I during our seminar days, and we laughed all night long....May love Light and Peace surround all of us she left behind.
Paul Youngquist
March 7, 2020
Bonnie is a special light that will never fade from my memory. She will be missed by all that knew her as a friend. May her family be at peace with her passing.
Michelle Buscemi
March 6, 2020
Bonnie,Your Light will always shine bright like a diamond. You're missed To the family friends and closest to her may You feel Gods presence peace comfort strength and love during this time. With Sincere Condolences The Buscemi Family.
Michelle Buscemi
March 6, 2020
She was a beautiful soul inside and out. I admired her ambition kindness and she always inspired me to keep going. Bonnie will be deeply missed and Im so glad I had the chance to know her just a little bit. ❤
Ellen Pillsbury
March 3, 2020
Bonnie has reached a new level of vision, a new realm of consciousness, and a new unknown world. Her spirit is embedded in all of us who loved her.
Paul Osborne
March 3, 2020
If one is willing to show their light to even one person, that light can dispel a world of darkness.
Paul Osborne
March 3, 2020
My deepest condolences to your family on Bonnie's passing. She was a truly amazing woman whose Spirit touched everyone she encountered. I've lit a guest book candle, and will always have a candle lit in my heart for her until we meet again. Godspeed on your journey, my dear Bonnie.
March 2, 2020
I am so very sorry. Our family had the pleasure of knowing Bonnie (and Wayne)for many years, and witnessed her wonderful work with my brother John. She was truly special, and we will miss her. Thinking of all her family and close friends at this difficult time.
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