Bonnie Lou Egger

Bonnie Lou Egger obituary, Indianapolis, IN

Bonnie Lou Egger

Bonnie Egger Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Simplicity Funeral & Cremation Care - Indianapolis on Oct. 8, 2025.

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Bonnie Egger, of Danville, Indiana, died peacefully at home on June 18, 2025.
Born June 3, 1944 in Kenmare, North Dakota to Birdie and Bolvin Jensen. She graduated from Minot State Teachers College in Minot, North Dakota. She married Marlyn Egger on June 13, 1964 in Kenmare, North Dakota and moved to Pendleton, Indiana. They soon started their family. As their children grew and time progressed she worked with her husband on their excavating, cutting horse training and home building businesses. She was active in Welcome Wagon, PTA, Scouts and Indiana Cutting Horse Association.
Survivors include Mike Egger of Danville, Indiana; Dan Egger and wife Linda of Columbus, Nebraska; Ryan Egger and wife Tracie of Delphi, Indiana; Five grandchildren Caylie, Torie, Adam, Nathan and Lane; One great great grandchild Parker; Sisters Marlene Pickett and Judy Wirtz.
She was preceded in death by her husband Marlyn; Grandchild Amanda; Brother Eugene "Ducky" Jensen; Sisters Janice Strong and Patty Gilbertson.
As per Bonnie's wishes she will be creamated and ashes spread with her husband and no funeral or memorial services offered. She asked that you please take a moment to remember the good times each of you shared with her. To plant a beautiful memorial tree in memory of Bonnie, please visit our Tree Store.

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