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Benjamin J. Bonilla Sr.

1949 - 2019

Benjamin J. Bonilla Sr. obituary, 1949-2019, Midland, TX

BORN

1949

DIED

2019

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Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home

2508 N. Big Spring St

Midland, Texas

Benjamin Bonilla Obituary

Benjamin J. Bonilla Sr., 70, of Midland, left this earth on Monday, October 14, 2019, after battling a lengthy illness. Ben was born on June 30, 1949 and raised in Midland, Texas. He attended Midland public schools and married Ramona Huerta on January 1, 1968 in Midland. Ben worked in the construction industry and Midland Independent School District for 25 Years throughout his adult life and his career. Ben was quick, witty, and one to speak his mind, but was also a positive and happy presence among his extended family. Ben leaves behind his daughter Priscilla Ann Bonilla and a broad list of survivors including one sister, Belia Bonilla; six brothers, Andres Bonilla, Juan Bonilla, Armando Bonilla, Antonio Bonilla, Guadalupe Bonilla and Israel Bonilla, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Ben is preceded in death by his wife, Ramona, his son, Benjamin Bonilla Jr., his parents, Francisco and Virginia Bonilla, sister Nestora DeAnda, and six brothers, Jose Bonilla, Rodolfo Bonilla, Gilberto Bonilla, Francisco Bonilla Jr., Roberto Bonilla and Armandito Bonilla. Viewing will be Thursday, October 17, 2019 from 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. with a rosary starting at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday evening at Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home Chapel. A funeral mass is set for Friday, October 18, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish & Shrine and burial will follow at Resthaven Memorial Park. Pallbearers for the service will be Andres Bonilla, Armando Bonilaa, Juan Bonilla, Antonio Bonilla Guadalupe Bonilla and Israel Bonilla. Funeral mass is under the direction of Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home and Chapel. Family messages and condolences may be emailed to: [email protected] or you can visit our website at www.lewallengarciapipkinfh.com

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Published by Midland Reporter-Telegram on Oct. 17, 2019.

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October 21, 2019

Dear Bonilla Family,

I was saddened to hear of Mr. Bonilla's passing. I did not know him well, but interacted with him when I was a substitute teacher at Greathouse Elementary School several years ago. He was so friendly, kind and such a hard worker. Always greeted me with a warm smile. My prayers go out to your family, I know Mr. Bonilla will be deeply missed.

Sincerely,
Kathleen Odom

Nellie Monarrez

October 19, 2019

Priscilla I'm so sorry for your loss my condolences go out to you and your family
Love you my dear friend

Becky Page

October 17, 2019

Mr. Ben Bonilla was the man about campus at Greathouse Elementary. He was such a kind man, always quick to tell a joke and laugh, and always helping the kids. I got to know Ben when I was a PTA volunteer. He loved his lottery tickets and Clamato! He was so proud of his family, showing me a photo book from a family reunion that told the story of his family. He was a treasure. Peace to his family.

Faye and Frank Cox

October 17, 2019

Our deepest and heartfelt condolences to all of the family of Benjamin Bonilla. He was always friendly and welcoming me and my family. He will be missed.
Rest In Peace Ben.

Roland Stine

October 17, 2019

Our prayers are with the Bonilla family. I always ran into Mr Bonilla at the grocery store, always enjoyed our little talks. May you rest in peace, from the Stone family.

Jackie Lee

October 17, 2019

I worked with Mr. Bonilla at Greathouse elementary. Ben loved his job to the fullest He also loved his family with all his heart.He also enjoyed telling jokes and making you laugh never a dull moment at work whenever Ben was around. May God rest his soul.

Mary Caylor-Neely

October 17, 2019

RIP my friend. I worked with Ben for many years at Greathouse Elementary. We became good friend through the years . Ben loved his family and talked about them all the time. The kids and staff all loved Ben and he always had a smile on his face. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Monica Jones

October 17, 2019

Condolences to the family I'm Juan Munoz's daughter and every time I would see him he would make sure I said hi! Prayers and love for the family. Love Always, Monica Jones and family

Melva Bonilla Ornelas

October 17, 2019

Our condolences on the passing of Benjamin. He was always a quiet soul and very family oriented. We appreciate he and Ramona taking time to travel to Amarillo to visit my mom, Elisa, and dad, Sylvester. Praying for the family and friends to find comfort in the memories of Benjamin. Rest in Peace.

Jesus Neria

October 16, 2019

Rest in Peace my throughout our young lives we did a lot of things together from roaming the streets and some other things when I left Midland we never saw one another after i left that town now all of a sudden you are gone
May you rest in Peace and i pray for you're family for the Lord to give them the strength to overcome this
In Jesus name i ask
Rest in Peace My Friend
Jesus and Virginia Neria

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Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home

2508 N. Big Spring St, Midland, TX 79705

Oct

17

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7:00 p.m.

Lewallen-Garcia-Pipkin Funeral Home

2508 N. Big Spring St, Midland, TX 79705

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18

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Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish & Shrine

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2508 N. Big Spring St, Midland, TX 79705

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