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Ronald Bonar Obituary

Ronald P. Bonar, 51, of Walnut Street, Alden, passed away unexpectedly Sunday at his home.

He was born in Nanticoke on Aug. 15, 1961. He was the son of Stanley and Bernadine (Labeda) Bonar of Alden.

Ronald was a graduate of Greater Nanticoke Area High School, Class of 1979. He was employed as a carpenter for various local contractors and was a former member of Carpenters Local Union 645, Scranton. Ronald was a member of the Alden Rod and Gun Club; The Fraternal Order of Eagles, Nanticoke; and the Italian American Sporting Club, Glen Lyon.

Surviving along with his parents, Stanley and Bernadine, are sisters, Doreen Lohman and her husband, Kevin; Maureen Shurmanek and her husband, Jim; Cheryl Condo and husband, Dennis; brothers, Duane and wife, Debra; Steven and wife, Susan; Glenn and his wife, Nancy; Michael and companion, Rebecca Regan; special aunt and uncle, Steve and Cindy Labeda; six nieces; eight nephews; three great-nieces and three great-nephews; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

Ronald will be sadly missed by his many friends, his loving family and his sidekick, his dog, Casey.

A public viewing for friends will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the George A. Strish Inc. Funeral Home, 211 W. Main St., Glen Lyon. Private funeral services with Devine Liturgy will be held in St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church, Kingston. Private interment will be held in St. Michael's Byzantine Catholic Cemetery, Glen Lyon. In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made at the funeral home to be put forth to a charity of the family's choice.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Times Leader on Jun. 18, 2013.

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June 21, 2013

To the family of RONALD P BONAR I send my heartfelt condolences for the lost of your dear family member.During this difficult time I hope you draw comfort from the GOD of comfort.ISAIAH 61,1,2.

sincerely,
Ms Carruth

Jill Stackhouse

June 20, 2013

May the Bonar family find peace. You will never be forgotten, you were my first kiss. Rest my friend till we meet again.

Billy O

June 20, 2013

The entire Bonar family,
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your son and brother,all are in my thoughts and prayers.My memories of Ron were nothing but enjoyable.I haven't seen him in awhile,but I can remember good times & him alway's having a smile on his face.Rest in peace.

Bob Piavis

June 19, 2013

Deepest sympathies to the Bonars. Rest in Peace Ronnie.

June 19, 2013

So sorry for your loss. May Ronnie rest in peace. God Bless, stay strong! Margie Moore

Cynthia Dorris(Pientka)

June 19, 2013

So sorry to the whole family. i have known for my whole life on the small hill around the block. Always remember the good times. God bless.

Jane Swithers Roscoe

June 19, 2013

Sorry for your loss.

Brian Cooney

June 19, 2013

Rest in peace Ron, you will be sadly missed by family and friends. Sorry for you lost Bonar
Family.

melody atkins

June 19, 2013

To Ron's entire family: I was truly shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. I am sure he will be greatly missed and I know that only time will ease the sadness.

Shawn Cooney

June 18, 2013

So sorry to the Bonar Family for their loss. Ron was a good friend when we were growing up and hanging out together ...fishing, hunting and just being Alden Boys!!! I am glad I had the opportunity to call you friend, I will miss you and will see you again my friend, Rest peacefully Rompy!!!

chris cole

June 18, 2013

Gonna miss your humor and friendship. RIP Ronzo.

Traci Rittenhouse

June 18, 2013

Steve and Family,
I am saddened to hear of your loss. Ronnie is a great guy who will be missed by many.

Dave DeLuca

June 18, 2013

I have good memories of playing baseball with Ron back in the 1970"s. Sorry to hear of his passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

John mrus

June 18, 2013

you will be missed my brotherlosing a good man like youis a tough thing for people to swallowand breaks my heart and crushes my soul to know thatI will not be able to talk to you or hang out with youwell my friend may God bless you and watch over you until we meet again your friend and brother John

Chris Crisler

June 18, 2013

The mountain just wont be the same. You will be missed by all who knew you.

John Mrus Jr

John Mrus Jr

June 18, 2013

Miss you brother, not a day will go by that I won't be thinking about the great times we had together, Your buddy, Johnny

Norm Augustine

June 18, 2013

Stan and Bernie,so sorry to hear about you loosing your son. Norm

Carmen Marranca

June 18, 2013

Good luck in the afterlife Ronny

John Muntz Family

John Muntz

June 18, 2013

You will be missed my Friend,
John, John Jr. and Linda Muntz

Lorillee Mace

June 18, 2013

Rest in peace in the presence of our Lord.

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