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Walter Bonk Obituary

BONK, WALTER; age 87; of Beverly Hills; died Monday, December 19, 2011, at his home. He was born August 16, 1924, in Harrisburg, PA, to Vincente and Frances Bonk. Mr. Bonk served in the U.S. Navy and retired from General Motors where he was an expediter. Surviving are his sons, Jeff of Holly and Doug (Susan) of Marietta, GA; grandson, Jeffrey; and sister, Genevieve Bonk of Northville. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce, in 2004. Memorial Service 12 p.m. Tuesday, December 27, 2011 at Acacia Park Cemetery Chapel, Beverly Hills. Memorials suggested to a charity of your choice. Arrangements by Kinsey-Garrett Funeral Home, Royal Oak.
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Published by The Oakland Press from Dec. 24 to Dec. 25, 2011.

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