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Bonnie Dye Obituary

Bonnie Jean Dye Ottawa, IL Bonnie Jean Dye, 58, formerly of Battle Creek, MI; passed away April 23, 2012. She was born in Lafayette, IN on October 5th, 1953. She was the daughter of Robert G. Dye and Wilma Roark. Bonnie attended Marshall High School and graduated from Wrights Beauty Academy. Bonnie was a former employee of Interbake Foods and Lakeview Meadows of Battle Creek, MI; along with Value City and South Side BP of Ottawa, IL. Bonnie is survived by 3 daughters, Nakia Dye Gordon, Nichole Dye Eib, and Cheryl Marsh Smith; 2 grandaughters and 7 grandsons. Parents, Wilma (Jay) Roark of Tekonsha, MI, Step Mother, Virginia Dye of Rockford, IL, Brothers, Robert (Kathy) Dye of Marshall, MI, David Dye of Battle Creek, MI, Carl (Janet) Dye, Mike Dye, Danny (Teresa) Dye, Jimmy (Jennifer) Dye of Rockford, IL, Sisters, Lawana Turner of Battle Creek, MI, Robin Cantner of Sturgis, MI, and sister-in-law, Linda Roark of Battle Creek, MI. Predeceased in death by her father, Robert G. Dye, of Rockford, IL and brother, Jay Roark, of Battle Creek, MI. Bonnie was an amazing woman, daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. She enjoyed spending quality time with friends and family any chance she could. Bonnie had an easy going, free spirit and lived life without limits. She was full of love and laughter that was contagious to everyone around her. She was the type of woman that you could never forget and thank God you were blessed to have known her. She will be deeply missed by everyone. A celebration of Bonnie's life will be held at Leila Arboretum Sunday April 29, 2012 at 1:00p.m. for a balloon release by the water fountain. The family will be having an open celebration and small potluck from 2:00 to 5:00p.m. at P.N.A. club in Battle Creek. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions to be made to her loving daughters at 600 College Ave, Ottawa, IL. 61350.

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Apr. 27, 2012.

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venus mitchell

June 16, 2012

I had the pleasure of knowing Bonnie she was one of the sweetest people I have had the pleasure of meeting, she loved her daughters and grand kids with all of her heart I am so sorry to both of her daughter for the lost of thier mother Its a very hard path and you have a long journy ahead of you girls all you can do is give all the pain to Jesus and remember all the good times with your mom smile down on us Bonnie I will never forget the talks we had and the advice you had for me RIP my friend Love always Venus

Lori Green

May 18, 2012

Nakia & Nichole - I was so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.

Tina Brown

May 7, 2012

So many memories yet still not enough... our children grew up together as cousins and we as young mothers shared so much...good times and bad..happy and sad...life goes by so quickly...I am so blessed to have been a part of Bonnie Jean Dyes life. I will carry a part of her in my heart forever. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Rosalind Dufraine

May 5, 2012

you guys are in my thoughts and prayer may yall find the strength to get through i met her when i was a youngin she was a beautiful person inside and out god got a beautiful angel.

Lori Kay

May 3, 2012

I worked with Bonnie at Interbake. I remember when she first started and didn't know anybody. She was only shy for about a minute. Bonnie was a hoot and we laughed alot...I lost track of her like so many from that shop. I was sadden to come across her death notice today and also learn that the celebration of her life had passed as well. Time really slips away from us like sands through the hourglass as we travel in differant directions on our path through life . I'm greatful for that brief time that Bonnie crossed my path and I have those memories to look back on. My sympathy to Bonnie's family and may you find comfort in knowing she was a great person to many.

Joan McCracken

May 2, 2012

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Gean White

May 1, 2012

To the Dye girls: I was not privledged to know Bonnie's oldest daughter, Cheryl but I am sure you are just as beautiful, pleasant and a breath of fresh air as your younger siblings are. Nicole and Nakia, you both have a very special place in my heart. Please find comfort in the scriptual hope your grandmother, Mattie, shared with you from the Bible regarding the resurrection. Such scriptures as John 5:28, 29, which says in part, all those in the grave will hear His voice and come out. Nicole I hope my husband was able to provide you with some comfort last week. May you all be there for each other to help the other get through the grieving process. The Bible does NOT say you won't grieve, it simply says you don't grieve as a person grieves that does not have hope. The Bible is where the hope comes from, so continue to peer into its pages. Just thinking aboutt the two of you girls makes me go back and reminisce on my years working at Southwestern Jr High School and the enjoyment I received bonding with such young ones as the two of you.

Cindy Roddy

April 30, 2012

May your journey home by wonderous, my friend. Miss you and love you with all my heart.............

Liz/Corey/Andrew/Alissa/Isaac Kendrix/Heatherly

April 29, 2012

Aunt Bonnie to me, Gma Bonnie to my children, you will greatly be missed! I am so greatlful to have know such a wonderful person like you! We will mish you so much! It meant so much to me to see you on my wedding day, knowing that you lived far away. I will always remember you and you will always be in "our" hearts! I know you are resting now, and looking over all of us! We love you Aunt-Gma Bonnie you will be Missed greatly!!

Kevin Cross

April 29, 2012

R.I.P aunt bonnie you will be missed greatly because you were loved by all of us

April 28, 2012

'Bonnie I will never forget that beautiful laugh you had ' now you and Jay can sit back and talk about the good ole times! you were a very loving women kind and very cheerful ' R.I.P MY FREIND. Shirley Smith (Battle Creek Mi)

Leslie Zalner

April 28, 2012

Bonnie was a ray of sunshine and anyone who was lucky enough to know her could feel her warmth. She will be greatly missed but never forgotten.

Rosemary Godde

April 28, 2012

It was fun growing up in Marshall with you, you were like one of my sisters, love always.

Ashleigh Scott

April 28, 2012

I'm blessed to say I knew such a beautiful woman inside and out. I'll miss you Bonnie, but I'll see you again someday.

lawana Turner

April 28, 2012

Bonnin was a truly loving person and my sister . She will be missed but know she's with God and safe.

Heather Walker

April 28, 2012

(Aunt)Bonnie was a kind,loveing,Blessful person,I thank her so much ,for when i was younger she helped me get through the hardlife i thought i carried around with me,,
{Thank You},for being there,your advice,your attention for me, Gone But NEVER FORGOTTEN P.S Thank u for the DollHouse~Heather Walker

Bonnie Jean Dye

April 28, 2012

Malissa BURTON

April 27, 2012

I was a young girl when igot to endure her sunshiny presence. I am glad tohave know a woman like her. Bonnie always made my whole family feel welcome. I never stop thinkin about her at times in my life. Being at Bonnie's house was a big enjoyment that i highlight as good times in my life. Malissa Burton

April 27, 2012

Were does on begin? For the short time that I was blessed to have her in my life; I can say she was an amazing woman. I could feel the love that she had for me all of these years! She will truely be missed ~ Love you mother; Your oldest daughter ~ Cheryl

Ellen Schaeffer (Howard)

April 27, 2012

Bonnie was a wonderful, caring, awesome woman. She was a strong woman, that stood her ground and was one of a kind. She will be missed dearly from all her friends and family. Our thoughts and prayers will be with her family. May the joy of knowing her overcome all the pain in her loss.

LEE EAKINS

April 27, 2012

What a true special lady MS Bonnie was , my daughters best friend , she touched every one she ever met . She was a wonderful mother JUST AN AWESOME WOMEN. . My prayers are with you girls as well as the rest of her family . S he will be greatly missed . LOVED YOU DEARLY MS BONNIE

nakia gordon

April 27, 2012

I luv you with all my heart mom!!
Always, Forever, Undieing & Unchanging!!

nichole/nakia/cheryl Dye

April 27, 2012

I just want to let everyone know the strength my sisters and I are blessed with. from Ms. bonnie jean
Will help carry us though. I want to thank all of you for loving and excepting our mother and your prayers.

Here is my mom's kids and grandkids except for the oldest one Ben. She sure was a special one of a kind Lady!! Thank you for all for loving our mom!

nakia gordon

April 27, 2012

Robin Vandenoever

April 27, 2012

To the family of Bonnie. So sorry for your lost. I have a lot of fond memorys with Bonnie. Prayers be with you.

Trisha Rios

April 27, 2012

You will truly be missed abd never forgotten I pray for the girls that they find peace in your passing as well as the rest of the family...

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