William Bonner Obituary

My mentor and friend your presents will remain in the hearts and minds of everyone your being has touched and will infinitely live on.

To Pamela (daughter), Jean (sister), Gloria (wife), and the entire family of William R. Bonner,

Mere words cannot express the sadness that I feel, on this sorrowflu occasion of the passing away of your father, brother, husband and relative, who was also my father-in-law of 33 years.

Dad used to refer to me, affectionately, as, "Sonny Boy," something that I always remember.

He took me to play basketball with his police friends in Chicago's Washington Park Field House, and, we turned them out, on the "fast-breaks" that ended with my "dunk shots," the "give-and-go" and "pick-and-roll" plays; and, when they asked, "Where did you get THIS GUY?" Dad always answered, "That's my son!"

He enjoyed hearing about the escapades of his two grandsons, Anthony William "Little Tony" Dunn and Julius Michael "Mikey" Dunn (he visited them at their Sherwood High School, in Sandy Spring, Maryland) his granddaughter, Aleta Carla "TweetiePie" Dunn and his great-granddaughter, Tianna Mercedes "TeeTee" Dunn.

We listened to Jazz music together, at home on records & tapes; and in person (we once heard Stan Getz play in downtown Chicago), and when I met Count basie & his orchestra in Washington, D.C. and told them that I was Bill's son-in-law, they were elated!

I never played golf with him, but I used to walk the first 2 or 3 holes with him in Chicago, and then I would meet him on the "19th. Hole!"

We barbequed toghther, including a "Christmas Turkey," which he thouroughly enjoyed, in his beloved Florida, once.

We even rode bicycles, fished and swam together.

May his soul, through the mercy of God, rest in peace.

Sincerely,

Anthony G. (Tony) Dunn

Pam, my deepest condolences on the passing of your dad. It was truly a blessing that you had him for such a long time. You were a "daddy's girl. I have fond memories of him. I especially remember the breakfast he hosted for all of us prom goers after the prom. I knew that was his way of keeping tabs on us. And that was okay, that was love. Love to Gloria and your family.

I am at peace with my Daddy because I told him I loved him the last time I spoke with him and thanked him for being my daddy and helping to be me. He said really and I could tell he was smiling and of course I said, yes. My thoughts are only of the good times we shared from the time I was a baby. I loved watching him play basketball and golf and listening to Count Basie and even getting all of their autograph's. He was easy to talk to and I confided him, sometimes too much. I will miss his spirit on this earth and breathing the same air as him. Our relationship was distant in miles but in our hearts, I felt his love for me and know he felt mine. I love you this much daddy and say hell-o to Mommy for me when you see her. My mommy and daddy were so in love when I was little and I remember family hugs and kisses and waiting for them to come home when they'd get all dressed up to go out. Just waiting for daddy to drive up on his police motorcycle. My daddy taught me to drive, ride a bike, swim, play volleyball and basketball, baseball and to enjoy life. I will continue his legacy properly with my children, Anthony, Julius, Aleta and my loving husband of 33yrs Anthony G. Dunn. Your 1st and only loving surviving daughter.

To the Bonner and Dunn families, May GOD Bless and Comfort you during this difficult time. Please know that our prayers and heart felt sympathy are with you. With deepest sympathy.

Earl Cooks

Gloria: We are going to miss the good times we had with Bill and you. We had great times playing golf in Florida, Michigan and Illinois. It was a shock to hear that our good friend had passed. Bob and Barbara Donaldson

I am deeply sorry for your lost. I know the death of a loved one can be truly detrimental. In your time of sorrow I encourage you to draw close to God and to rely upon him.

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

May God be with the Bonner family as they cope with the lost of their love one.

We express our condolences to the family of Sgt. William Bonner on behalf of the Chicago Police Sergeant's Association. May he rest in peace.

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Bill will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 28 APR, 11:00 a.m., at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

I am sorry for your loss Bonner family.May the God of all comfort be with you.