Bonnie Kotrba Obituary
Growing up in the heart of the Midwest, she carried the warmth of her hometown throughout her life. Whether it was her gentle wisdom, her infectious laughter, or the way she made everyone feel at home, she had a gift for making ordinary moments extraordinary.
She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and friend-always putting others before herself. Her kindness knew no bounds, and her strength was quiet but fierce. She taught us how to love deeply, forgive freely, and live with purpose.
Bonnie is survived by her husband Richard Kotrba, her children, Debbie Devine-Barnhill (Terry), Renee Devine, and Rich Kotrba (Cass), six grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren, who will carry her memory forward with love and gratitude. She is also survived by her sister Carolyn Majerus. She was preceded in death by son Scott Kotrba, her parents John and Mayme Burianek, her in laws William and Dorothy Kotrba, her siblings Charlotte Mortenson and Thomas (Butch) Burianek, and brother-in-law Billy Kotrba.
A celebration of her life will be held at her home in Surprise, Arizona on Saturday September 6, 2025 where friends and family will gather to honor the beautiful soul she was.
She will be deeply missed, but her light will never fade.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Daniel J. Rolczynski
Earlier today
Bonnie will be missed..God bless her...ETERNAL REST GRANT UNTO BONNIE OH LORD, AND LET PERPETUAL LIGHT SHINE UPON HER...MAY HER SOUL AND THE SOULS OF ALL THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED REST IN PEACE, AMEN...
Dan Rolczynski
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Nancy Piga
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You will be missed, Bonnie. I always enjoyed your enthusiasm and humor. I loved it when you would visit us in EGF back in the day-many laughs! You are now with my mom, Mayme and so many others in the family who have passed. Keep an eye on all of us! Love, Nancy (Rolczynski) Piga and family
Torri kotrba
Yesterday
Love you grandma it is so hard to believe that this was the last time we get to see you or hug you! I love you give my dad lots of love and hugs for us! Continue to watch over all of us you will be deeply missed!
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