Gertrude Bonnar
Born: February 11th, 1912
Passed on: November 6th, 2008
96, Sydney Gertrude Bonnar, age 96, of Sydney, went to her eternal rest on Thursday, Nov. 6, 2008, at the Harbourstone Enhanced Care Facility. She was born Feb. 11, 1912, in Main-a-Dieu. She was the daughter of the late James and Annie (Jewel) Boone. She is survived by her beloved son, David Bonnar and his wife, Helena, Sydney; her grandchildren, Anne Marie and Donnie; her great-grandchildren, Sue Helene and Elizabeth and nieces and nephews who thought the world of their 'Aunt Gertie'. She was predeceased by her parents, James and Annie (Jewel) Boone, brothers, David, Ben, Stephen and sister Katie. She worked for many years at the Maritime Tel and Tel offices in Sydney. Family was everything to Gertie and she treasured her times with them. Prior to her illness, she was an avid and talented crafter who made beautiful knitted and crocheted creations. Visitation will be held Saturday at 9 a.m. at T.W. Curry Parkview Chapel followed by a service at 10 a.m. with Fr. E. MacDonald officiating. Interment to follow at Resurrection Cemetery. Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Society or to the charity of your choice. Online condolences may be sent to twcurryparkviewchapel@ns.sympatico.ca.
