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1950
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RENEE BONNER Obituary
She was employed at Central State Hospital and Southside Virginia Training Center in the position of Forensic Mental Health Technician for 27 years. Renee was an active member of Westminster Presbyterian Church her entire life, serving on the Ushers Board, Woman's Association, Black Caucus Secretary and Church Women United Organizations. Renee was an active participant of bible study and also a former elder of the church.
Renee departed this life on June 26, 2019, at Southside Regional Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Xavier D. Bonner; her fathers, Charles T. Vaughan Jr. and Luther H. Sykes; mother and father-in-law, Isabell and Theodore Bonner.
Renee is survived by her mother, Esther Barnes Sykes; four sisters and one brother, Charlene Vaughan Buford, Charles T. Vaughan III (Ethel), Sue Esther Vaughan Green (Benjamin), Cordella G. Vaughan McCray (Earnest) and Delphine L. Sykes Harper (Pierre). Renee is also survived by her four children, Andre T. Vaughan (Diane), Arkell T. Vaughan, Chiquita Vaughan Roberson and Theodore D. Bonner; ten grandchildren, Andre T. Vaughan Jr. (Daria), Kennisha Edmonds, Reggie V. Roberson Jr., Mersaydees B. Vaughan, Tyrrell J. Roberson, Dedrick T. Vaughan, Arkell T. Vaughan Jr., Gabrielle M. Vaughan and Isaiah X. Wallace Bonner; two sisters-in-law, Maybell Smith and Sylvia Bonner; two brothers-in-law, Ezra Bonner (Evelyn) and Alonzo Bonner (Shirley); a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and devoted friends.
Service will be held 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 3, 2019, at Second Presbyterian Church, 419 W. Washington St., Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Ulysses Payne, pastor, eulogist. The interment to follow at Wilkerson Memorial Cemetery.
The family will assemble 10:00 a.m., the day of the service at 231 Grigg St., Petersburg, VA, and will also receive friends at 15 St. John Court, Petersburg, VA.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA 804-732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Tammy Shippy
July 5, 2019
Renee's smiling face and warm demeanor will truly be missed, she was always a ray of sunshine. Sending deepest condolences to Mrs. Sykes, Chiquita, Andre, Arkell and to all of the Bonner & Sykes families. Keeping you all in prayer.
Gwendolyn Moore
July 3, 2019
Dear God,
My heart is broken and I mourn for Andre, Arkell, Chiquita, Theodore, and the grandchildren. I mourn for the entire family.
All I know is that Im calling on You Almighty Father
This day, this hour, this moment, I choose to lean on You,
Comfort them with Your love, dear Lord
Wrap them up in Your strong embrace and shelter them from the storm
Envelop them in Your tender care, lead them to Your still streams heavenly Father and let them lay down their restless thoughts and cast all their cares on You.
Please Father God allow them to feel your presence, as well as peace in their hearts. Lord Jesus, please give them strength for tomorrow and assure them You are in control and on the throne. Shower them with Your love during their pain and sorrow and lift them as they lift each other, my dear Lord. Thank You God for Your comforting Spirit in the midst of their pain.
In Jesus' name I Pray, Amen.
I love you Renee~
Belaveate Holden
July 3, 2019
Delphine~May the love of friends and family carry you through this difficult time. Praying for you and your family.
Cindy Clark RN
July 3, 2019
I am sorry to hear of Mrs. Bonner's passing. She was a very sweet person with a gentle soul. I know she will be missed.
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Shanta Piercw
July 2, 2019
Arkell, Dedrick, Andre, Chiquita, Deebug and family that I haven't mentioned I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Bonner's passing.My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. She had such a beautiful soul and she will be truley missed. GOD HAS GAINED AN ANGEL.
Rhonda Jones-Lambert
July 2, 2019
RENEE BONNER
I have always thought of you as my adopted mother-in-law over the years, I couldn't have asked for a more loving person when it came to fill that spot in my heart. You loved my children (Nina/Doodie and grandchildren) as your own grandchildren and great-children that meant the world to us, We have done some talking, riding and eating over the years. I never thought in a million years that I would have to let you go. LOVE YOU FOREVER!
Alicia & Keith Smith
July 2, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Kelly Smith
July 2, 2019
Andre, I am so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God has surely gained an angel with a beautiful heart and soul.
Diane Johnson
July 2, 2019
Aunt Renee your love and compassion will always shine in all hearts that you touch here on earth.please rest in peace. Love you Diane.
Diane Johnson
July 2, 2019
Aunt Renee we will surely miss your sweet smile and loving spirit, but God has prepared a better place for you. Rest in peace.Love Diane
Shawnina Walker
July 1, 2019
Grandma Renee, thank you for loving me as one of your own. You will forever be in my heart.
Delores J Bland
June 30, 2019
To the family of Renee,
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering Renee today and always. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Praying God will grant you some measure of peace and comfort in the days to come. Mrs. Sykes, Charlene and the entire family, I'm praying for you all. God bless.
Audrey Washington
June 30, 2019
Truly sorry to hear of cousin Renee's passing. I am remembering her from last year's family reunion in Petersburg. She will truly be missed. Sending my prayers of comfort and strength.
June 29, 2019
*TO MY MOTHER*
You are my heart; you gave me life, I owed you EVERY sacrifice. I tried to show you all my love, now you're looking from above. I miss you so much heart is sore, my eyes are weeping more and more. I have to think about the countless laughs we shared. You kept me happy while you prepared to say your FINAL FAREWELL. Tell my friends "I'm straight", you said. Those words gave me peace and cleared my head. I couldnt be selfish and keep you here simply just to have you near. I had to let my baby go to it hurts me more than you will ever know. This test , this trial will help me grow. Grow to be the woman you raised to give GOD ALL THE HONOR AND PRAISE for giving me a mother who loved me like YOU!!!
I LOVE AND MISSY YOU SOOOOO MUCH!!
I STILL CAN FEEL THE WARMTH OF YOUR TOUCH!! REST WELL IN PEACE YOUR JOB IS PERFECTLY COMPLETE.
LOVE, RESPECT AND HONOR ALWAYS,
CHIQUITA
Hattie Bonner
June 29, 2019
To the family, I do not have any words to express how I grieve at your loss. My earnest prayers and thoughts are always to help you through the days ahead. May your memories bring you comfort.
Lawrence & Delores McCray
June 29, 2019
Renee was a very friendly and likeable person. We are sure she will truly be missed especially her personality and charm. God bless the family.
Terry Bolling
June 29, 2019
Cuz,
God blessed me with a beautiful cousin, always checking on me and providing support. Renee was an Angel and I'm going to miss her. Rest in Peace cousin. Heaven has gained an Angel. Luv you Cuz
June 29, 2019
Renee
A real friend is one who walks in when the rest of the world walks out don't walk in front of me I may not follow don't walk behind me I may not lead walk beside me and continue to be my friend
You were a good hearted person and you treated people with kindness and love
Your physical body will be missed your spiritual body will live on we love you and we want you to rest In The Arms Of Our Savior until we meet again
Carolyn Thomas
June 28, 2019
My neighbor of more than 35 years.....I love you girl.....I will miss your prescence in the "hood" but God loved you best....Rest in his loving arms...until i'm your "neighbor" once again!!
Justin Thornton
June 28, 2019
Justin and I wanted to send our sincere heartfelt thoughts and prayers to all of the family and friends who loved and cared about Ms. Renee. You will be truly missed. And may love, strength, peace, help you all, as well as may the God of all comfort, comfort each and everyone of you during this most difficult time. Love. Tamara and Justin Thornton
Joselyn " Cooky Buford" Harrison
June 27, 2019
Rest In Peace. We love you & will FOREVER & EVER MISS YOU. ALL the family memories we hold close & dear to OUR hearts. Heaven has gained an Angel. We will hold to God's unchanging hands. Thanks for always being Aunt Renee. Save a seat for me. I Love you.
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