Margaret Charlotte Bonesteel

Margaret Charlotte Bonesteel departed this life on July 8, 2020 at her residence in Tonopah, Arizona. She was 87. Marge was born February 9, 1933 in Cohoes, New York. Her parents were Joseph P. DeLorimiere and Agnes V. Peltier. She married Donald W. Bonesteel in September of 1954. They had two children. Then, in 1963 they moved out west, settling in Phoenix, Arizona. Margaret worked for Aetna Medicare and, retired after 25 years. Marge's life was dedicated to her family, raising two children, enjoying the company of her friends, and donating her time to church and other charitable organizations. She liked playing cards and games, completing puzzles, sewing, quilting, knitting, crocheting, and attending church. Marge savored life...especially when camping with family and friends. She always encouraged her children to do their best...and was proud of their accomplishments. She adored her grandchildren and great grandchildren. They were beacons of light in her heart and eyes. Marge brighten the various lives she touched. She will be remembered as a kind, gentle, honest woman who was a loyal friend with a kind heart. Marge was a devoted daughter, a dedicated wife, a loving mot...[more]

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, a thoughtful sister, a proud grandmother, and a caring aunt. Marge is preceded in death by her husband Donald W. Bonesteel and son, Donald W. Bonesteel, Jr.. Survivors include her daughter, M. Susan Bonesteel; 5 grandchildren, Donald W. Bonesteel, Mykel W. Bonesteel, Margaret A. Bonesteel, Joshua L. Whyman, and Loraina N. Bonesteel; 3 great-grandchildren, John, Bradley, and Shelby. She is also leaving behind numerous family and friends, that will remember her fondly. In lieu of flowers, Marge would have wanted donations to be made to benefit Hospice of the Valley Visit: https://www.hov.org/donate/