Joyce Helen Bonham

Joyce Helen Bonham, age 76, of West View, PA, passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Ann Fallas Kuntz and Dr Edward Victor Kuntz. Beloved wife for 22 years of Doug Bonham; Loving mother of Jeffrey Williams(Kara) and stepmother of Bryan Bonham (Shannon) and Silver Snow. Proud grandmother to Oliver Bonham. Sister of Edna McDowell (Dave) and Edward Kuntz (Deborah). Aunt to Matt McDowell (Amber), Melissa Plank (Joseph), and Patrick Kuntz. Great Aunt to Maddox McDowell, Cadence McDowell, Harper Plank, and Hudson Plank.

Before retiring, Joyce worked for many years as a medical office manager, most recently with Dr Shideler in his dental office in Brighton Heights and Bellevue. Earlier in her career, she worked under her father, Dr. Edward Victor Kuntz, at his dental office in Jeanette. A wonderful, supportive mother and wife, Joyce loved her family dearly. She found joy in her garden, lovingly caring for her many indoor and outdoor plants and flowers, and especially admired her giant aloe plants. Joyce also loved nature and all animals, especially all of her dogs and cats she had over the years. She also loved raising caterpillars in her home and watching them transform into butterflies before releasing them back into the wild. She was a great cook and enjoyed preparing dinners and baking cookies and desserts for her family. Joyce was an avid music lover who loved to dance, with her favorites including Elvis and Madonna.

Flowers are welcome, and for those who wish, donations may also be made in Joyce's memory to the following charities: Animal Friends, Wounded Warrior Project, or Vets4Warriors. A Funeral Service will be held at a date to be determined.