David O. Bonee

David O. Bonee, 75, of Paducah, passed away on Oct. 26, 2025, at Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital. David was born in Martin, Tennessee, on June 9, 1950, to the late James and Elizabeth Bonee.

David was a man who never met a stranger and found joy in every moment. A talented painter for more than 50 years, he loved his work so much that he often said it never felt like a job. His craftsmanship and dedication earned him the respect and trust of everyone who knew him, and he became a true friend to everyone he met.

A devoted Baptist, David was deeply committed to his church and his faith. He loved to sing in the choir and could often be found humming or whistling a tune wherever he went. Known for his teasing and quick wit, he always found a way to make people laugh, and his humor brought smiles to those around him.

Of all the things he loved in life, nothing compared to the pride and joy he had for his only grandchild, Joey. David enjoyed every moment they spent together, and he took great pride in watching him grow into the man he is today.

David is survived by his two children, Joseph Michael (Jeffery) Erdman-Bonee of Springfield, Illinois, and Wendy (David) Ray of Boaz; his grandson, Joseph Taylor of Paducah; two sisters, Martha Murphy of Memphis, Tennessee, and Faye (Roy) Brown of Arkansas; and one brother, Richard (Tammy) Bonee of Thompson's Station, Tennessee.

He is preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Rita Bonee, and his parents.

A Funeral Service will be held at 1 p.m. Oct. 29, at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah with Van Russell officiating.

Visitation will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Milner & Orr Funeral Home of Paducah.

Expressions of Sympathy may be made in the form of contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude’s Place, Memphis, TN 38105.

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