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Bonnie L. Donaldson
1942 - 2025
BORN
1942
DIED
2025
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Bonnie Donaldson Obituary
She was the daughter of the late John and Phyliss (Buckley) Hoover, born on August 8, 1942, in Jolier, Pennsylvania.
Bonnie married Larry Donaldson Sr. on October 16, 1976, in DuBois, Pennsylvania. He preceded her in death on July 30, 2020.
After Bonnie graduated high school she continued her education at the DuBois Cosmetology School, and became a hair stylist in the DuBois area.
She loved music and singing, was an avid Steelers fan, and attended Tri-County Church of DuBois. She also enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
Bonnie is survived by her loving family, Joda (Beverly) Brown of Florida, John (Brenda) Brown of DuBois, Pennsylvania, Anthony (Anna) Brown of Westmont, Pennsylvania, Larry Donaldson Jr. of DuBois, Pennsylvania, Casey (Brian) Graham of Westmount, Pennsylvania, Jennifer (Michael) Miller of Eagle Rock, Pennsylvania, Heather (Harry) Fields of Tennessee and Cinnamon; 26 grandchildren; and 25 great-grandchildren; three sisters: Barbara Marsh and Susan Williams, both of DuBois, Pennsylvania, Sonia Ackerman of California; three brothers: Craig Hoover of Broad Top, Pennsylvania, Brian Hoover of Cicero, New York, Lanny Hoover of Saxton, Pennsylvania and numerous nieces and nephews.
In addition to her parents and husband, Bonnie was preceded by her brother, Kevin Hoover; son, Steve Brown; and granddaughter, Harleigh Brown Johnson.
All services will be private.
Memorial donations may be made to the organization of the donor's choice.
Adamson Funeral Chapel & Crematorium are in charge of the arrangements.
Online condolences may be made at www.adamsonfuneral.com.
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Pat Armstrong -Kalgren
December 2, 2025
Remembering the attractive, feisty, vibrant Bonnie. She is at home in heaven with our Heavenly Father free of the pain, suffering and illness she suffered here on earth.
Sincere sympathy to her family and many friends.
Brenda Hoffman
December 2, 2025
You have my deepest sympathy , Prayers for the Donaldson Family... Bonnie Donaldson was my mother ( Bonnie's) hair stylist as well as my sister ( Bonnie's ) hair stylist and mine ( Brenda ) Hoffman was our last name
Pam McClure
December 1, 2025
I´m so sorry for your loss. Rest in peace sweet Bonnie. It was a pleasure to know you. My thoughts and prayer for the family.
Joe Spellen
December 1, 2025
Fly high sweet angel it sure was a pleasure and honor to call you my friend. Sincere condolences to all of the family. Rest in peace now dear Bonnie.
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