Ronnie Bonse Obituary
Ronnie Ree Bonse, a beloved father, brother and uncle, passed away on October 12, 2023, at the Woodbury Estates in Woodbury at the age of 66.
Private family services are planned. The family wishes to acknowledge and thank the caring staff at Woodbury Estates for their kindness and compassion to Ronnie during this time.
Born on May 11, 1957, in Stillwater, MN, Ronnie was the son of the late Leonard and Lorraine Bonse. Ronnie was longtime, dedicated employee of Anderson Windows for over 30 years until his retirement in 2016.
Ronnie's genuine kindness touched the lives of those around him and many knew him as a "simple guy" who was always willing to lend a hand. He enjoyed fishing and keeping his cars in tip top shape.
He is survived by his children, Heather, Haley and Keith Bonse; siblings Terry (Vickie) Bonse, James (Charlotte) Bonse, Carol (Steven) McCarty, Steven (Linda) Bonse, Janet (John) Leslie, Jack (Marjorie) Bonse, Mary Jo (Doug) Agre and Cindy Posterick. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister Barbara Sauro and brother Wayne Bonse.
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