Bonnie Merrill

Bonnie is not forgotten; Gregg Bielemeier, Susan Banyas, Marty Hughley and I were speaking of her last night, of her narration of Sue Brantley's piece Portrait in a Three Way Mirror, of her beauty, of her talent and her generous spirit.

Love and creativity and acceptance. My love for designing for dance came from the experiences of being around all of you. Jefferson High School, PSU Dance, TCWK. Bonnie touched the soul. My condolences to all.

Hello everybody this is Cary sitting with Linda can't wait to see you all wish under better Circumstances but love of family overcomes all See you soon Love to all
Cary & Linda

Having moved from Portland, I have just heard of Bonnie's passing. The world has lost a guiding light, I'm so sorry for your/our loss. I can honestly say that she was one of the most inspirational people and creative choreographers that I have ever met. Her whimsy, attention to detail and technique, along with her uplifting nature made dancing for her and teaching along side her an absolute joy. She used to tell me that I had a computer brain, or, I was a dancing computer...lol...which I...

Dr. Merrill - Just heard about Bonnie's passing. She was a wonderful lady. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Patti (ASTMJS)

So sad to hear the passing of BONNIE. Helen AND I first met Bonnie and Ralph at the start of the ASTMJS and were always exited for the next meeting too see you both again.Bonnie was always up bet and easy to have a pleasant and entertaining conversation. Always great fun. Condolence and prays to Ralph and family at this great loss. Helen and Doran Ryan

So many of the ASTMJS meetings with Ralph and Bonnie were brightened by her vivacious character. We all will miss her and cherish those memories. Jeff/Maribel Moses

I moved to Lake Oswego as a 12 year old in 1977 and Erik Merrill became my best friend through our connections of basketball and music. The Merrill house became the general hangout for our group of friends because of it's proximity to school and the basketball courts, and it's gracious host BoJo. She introduced me to that delicacy known as a dutch baby once when I stayed over. My condolences to Ralph, Anina, Erik, Kiri, and the rest of the extended family on your loss.

Bonnie I love you and will miss you not here on earth school.
Teacher of curiosity of books of notes slapped upon the stage showing the direction of this dancer and that dancer. Huddled in a circle I followed my path. I loved your choreography notes like a gift to the eyes of a dancer to see the invitation to move to dance. You had me in a u haul truck laughing full belly as books stacked high fell and I not able to balance fell too. Back and forth the truck moved reverse and forward both...