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William Bonney Obituary

William D. "Bill" Bonney, 74, of Easton, passed away peacefully, Saturday, September 6, 2025, surrounded by his family, caregivers and friends, Nate and Heather McIntyre at Lehigh Valley Hospital, Hecktown Oaks Campus, after a 10 year courageous battle against ALS. Born in Easton, September 21, 1950, he was the son of the late John D. and Wanda L. (Lobb) Bonney. Bill was a 1968 graduate of Pen Argyl High School and received his Associates Degree from Northampton Community College. He honorably served his country during the Vietnam War in the US Marine Corp, stationed in Okinawa, Japan. He was employed as an Employment Consultant for VIA, Community Foundation for Human Development and LARC. Bill participated in the Theatre Department at Northampton Community College. He also enjoyed reading and writing Poetry. He was a fan of football, enjoying watching Penn State and the Philadelphia Eagles. He also enjoyed gardening, making furniture, photography and making all his own unique greeting cards, listening to music and making music and poetry CD's. While at Pen Argyl High School, he was part of the first wrestling team in 1964 and was the first varsity wrestler to take the mat. He is survived by his brother, John B. "Jack" Bonney of Pen Argyl, his sister, Elizabeth B. "Liz" Wilson of Stroudsburg, his niece Marci Lynn Elliott of Bethlehem, his caregivers, Luisa Cruz, and Naomi Calzada and his best friend Tom Lentz. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two sisters, Sherry L. Elliott and Candice L. "Candy" Bonney. Funeral services will be held, Monday, September 15, 2025, at 11 AM at the Ruggiero Funeral Home, LLC, 126 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Pen Argyl. There will be a viewing at 10 AM until time of services at the funeral home. Interment with Military Honors will conclude services at Fairview Cemetery, Pen Argyl. Online condolences may be offered at www.ruggierofuneralhome.com. Memorial donations may be offered in Billy's honor to either: ALS United Mid Atlantic, www.alsmidatlantic.org/donation/, 1015 Virginia Drive, Suite 110, Fort Washington, PA 19034 or Wilkes Barre VA Medical Center, 1111 East End Blvd, Wilkes Barre, PA 18711.

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Published by WFMZ-TV 69 News on Sep. 6, 2025.

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Patti Swietzer

September 17, 2025

Bill was a very close friend to my brother Gary Lynch for many years. He was also godfather to one of his children. May he rest in eternal peace

Lynda D'Amelio

September 16, 2025

I want to thank you Liz and Jack for a beautiful Celebration of life for Billy. There was so much that I wanted to say as he was one of my best buddies For about 40 years. I could not stop the tears from flowing so I was unable to speak. I met Bill At North Hampton county community college When we tried out for buried child. He was such a talented actor, We had suggested that he go to New York but he was such a Hometown boy. I'm sure he would have won an Oscar! I was able to get him the apartment on South side when he had to leave Bethlehem due to the house he was in being sold. We were the best of neighbors and had so much fun together. We had a beautiful garden, He help me fix up my daughter's bedroom, Every Christmas Eve we wrapped Christmas gifts together in my basement with my woodstove burning As we indulged in Christmas cheer! As you know, always a smile and a laugh we had such a great time!! I will miss him dearly. It was wonderful to see all those photos of his life. He had a beautiful wife! Thank you .

Mike Zavacky

September 13, 2025

Rooster, your laugh was contagious, your friendship special. Robin and I will miss you a lot. RIP!

Judith Walker

September 12, 2025

Bill was a kind and caring person. saddened by his passing. Watched him in plays at nacc as tilden
Love, barb boligitz

Donna (Zanchettin) Schmidt

September 12, 2025

My condolences to the family. I graduated will Bill in 1968 and was friends both with him and his sister Candy.
Donna (Zanchettin) Schmidt

Wendy (Williams) Echard

September 12, 2025

Liz,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Wishing you and your entire family peace and comfort.

Ann Smith

September 10, 2025

To Liz, Jack and family.
Please accept our deepest condolences on Bill's passing. Cherish your memories.
Love, Dick and Ann (Bonney) Smith

Kathy (Farleigh) Searfass

September 10, 2025

Bonney family, My condolences for your loss. May he RIP.

Robert J. Miklas, USN.

September 9, 2025

Bill, you have secured your final beachhead. You stand relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final volley has sounded and taps is about to begin, ending a successful career as a nation“s defender. Farewell fellow veteran.

Grateful

September 9, 2025

Bill,
Thank You for Your service to our country.

God Bless You!
God be with your family!

Sincerely,
A Grateful American

Karin Curcio

September 9, 2025

Dear Liz , Jackie & family
My deepest sympathy upon the loss of Bill. May all your wonderful memories bring comfort you . RIP Bill.
Sincerely ,
Karin

Eeni Esten

September 8, 2025

Billy was one of the gentlest souls I have ever known. I will always remember his kindness, his humor and his innate wisdom.
One more shining star in the sky!
Love you forever
Eeni

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15

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Ruggiero Funeral Home

126 East Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl, PA 18072

Sep

15

Funeral service

11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Ruggiero Funeral Home

126 East Pennsylvania Ave., Pen Argyl, PA 18072

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15

Graveside service

12:00 p.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Fairview Cemetery

Middletown Raod, Pen Argyl, PA 18072

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