In loving memory of

BONNIE ELAINE KNETTER
August 31, 1938 - April 14, 2013

Bonnie Elaine Knetter, age 74, of South Whitley, IN passed away at 10:50 a.m. Sunday, April 14, 2013 at her home.Born on August 31, 1938 in Wolf Lake, she was the daughter of Lee Arthur and Ethel Pearl (Weeks) Brown.

She lived most of her lifetime in Whitley County, graduating from Columbia City High School.She worked at Miller's Merry Manor, Parkview Oaks and retired from Oak Pointe as a QMA. She was a former member of B.T. Roberts Free Methodist Church.

Survivors include her 9 children,Randy (Cindy) Hartman of Marion, OH; Cheryl (Dale) Jones of Cleveland, OH; Tim Hartman of Columbia City; Jim (Cherie) Hartman of South Whitley; Pamela Hoffman of South Whitley; Jody (Peggy) Hartman of Goshen; Melvin Knetter of Huntington; Melinda (Charlie) Vasquez of Columbia City; Melanie J. (John) Snepp of South Whitley; brothers and sisters, Cleo Brown of Columbia City, Gale Brown of Phoenix, AZ; Sandra (Bill) Watkins of Columbia City; 37 grandchildren and 42 great grandchildren.She is preceded in death by her parents, grandson, James K. Hoffman, brother Richard Brown and 2 sisters, Deloris Mock and Myrna Yancy.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 17, 2013 from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at DeMoney-Grimes Countryside Park Funeral Home, 600 Countryside Drive, Columbia City. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 18, 2013 at the funeral home with Certified Funeral Celebrant Sharon Brockhaus officiating. Burial will follow at South Park (Annex) Cemetery.Memorial gifts may be given in Mrs. Knetter's memory to Alzheimer Association, Greater Indiana Chapter, 50 East 91st Street, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46240-1554.

Tributes

Heather Reid wrote on Apr 18, 2013:

"To Bonnie's Family...I worked with Bonnie for many years at MMM and later at Oak Pointe.She honestly was one of the best nurse's aides that there ever was.Where there was Bonnie, then there would be Karen too.They were 2 peas in a pod.Even when we were short staffed if I had them 2 as nurses aides, Bonnie & Karen teamed up together to give their patien'ts the best care possible even if it was only the 2 of them on Statio 6.She will be busy in heaven looking after people up there because that's what she loved!"

Todd Rhoades wrote on Apr 17, 2013:

"You are all in my thoughts and prayers."

Jennifer(Kelley)Walther & family wrote on Apr 17, 2013:

"Melanie and family, Sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother and Grandmother.No words could express the sorrow we feel in our hearts for you and your family during this most difficult time.Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. With Love, The Walthers "

Michael Cripe wrote on Apr 17, 2013:

"Mindy, sorry I couldn't make it over to see you. My thoughts are with you. Take care."

lisa wrote on Apr 17, 2013:

"to all of bonnie's family and friends, I just want ya'll to know how sorry I am for your loss. ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers. god bless, lisa"

Mr. and Mrs. Hartman wrote on Apr 17, 2013:

"To the family of Bonnie E. Knetter may the precious memories you have of your Mother, Grandmother, and Great-Grandmother give you comfort and peace. In her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, Bonnie leaves a lasting eternal legacy of love."

Retta and Amy wrote on Apr 17, 2013:

"Jody, Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Our thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. "

Kristi McIntosh wrote on Apr 17, 2013:

"Sending my condolences for the loss of your mother.My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kristi McIntosh"

Zondra Hull wrote on Apr 16, 2013:

"Cherie and Family, So sorry to here of you mother-in-laws passing. Thinking of you. Please let me know if I can do anything for you."

Tricia Boone wrote on Apr 16, 2013:

"I'm so sorry for your loss. It is times like this that you have to lean and trust in the Lord. He is with you and your mom. She is happier than she could ever be. She is walking on streets of gold along the side of the rest of her family. The Holy Spirit will be there to comfort you just make sure you lean on HIM. God Bless you and your whole family. Prayers will continue to be sent up to the heavens. With Love and Prayers, The Boone Family"

Shannon Ebbinghouse wrote on Apr 16, 2013:

"To all of Bonnie's family: My heart is saddened for your loss.Bonnie was a very special, kind and caring woman.She took care of my father, Jack Krill, who lived in Renaissance Village for many years and I know she thought the world of him.Bonnie treated all patients with love and compassion.I am thankful to have know Bonnie and truly belive she was an angel in disguise during her time with us. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Shannon (Mark) Ebbinghouse"

Judy Ernst Kesling wrote on Apr 16, 2013:

"Dear Sandy..My memory takes me all the way back to Oak Street when Bonnie and her family were neighbors of ours. I remember also, you and I were class-mates and friends. I am so sorry for your loss.Bonnie was a blessing to many people, especially to those who loved her. Judy Ernst Kesling"

CCHS ALUMNI ASSOCIATION wrote on Apr 16, 2013:

"May God give you strength in this time of grief and fond memories of Bonnie Elaine Brown Knetter, CCHS Class of 1956. The CCHS Alumni Association extends sincere condolences, thoughts and prayers to Bonnie's family."

Kathy Stoica wrote on Apr 16, 2013:

"SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent by your family in Oklahoma.Always in our hearts; with Love, Mike and Kathy Stoica and Kaitlyn,Samantha,Katie; Kristy and Dustin; Jared,Charlee,Alex and Mason; Jim"

Candy and Gregg Shelton wrote on Apr 16, 2013:

"I am very saddened by the loss of Bonnie.I have very fond memories of growing up and tagging along as Cindy's little sister with her and Randy.Bonnie was like a second mother.May you all find peace in comfort in each other and the Lord."

Randy Grimes wrote on Apr 15, 2013:

"May each of you find courage to face tomorrow as you rest in the knowledge that we truly care about each of your needs and that we will walk beside you in your journey of grief. Randy Grimes and the Staff of DeMoney-Grimes Funeral Home "

debra brown wrote on Apr 15, 2013:

"Aunt Bonnie, You will be missed and never forgotten. Always in our hearts. And to my 9 cousins sorry for your loss we love you all. DEBRA,JESSICA,SHANE,KYLE,DUSTIN,NICHOLAS"

Jeanette and Jim Eberhart wrote on Apr 15, 2013:

"I just learned this morning about your mother.So sorry and we will be prayingfor the family in your time of your loss. A great mother and Grandmother and she will surely be missed by all. Just remember all the good times you have had and cherish each moment. God bless all of you, With our Love, Jeanette and Jim"

Pat Rubrake Heinbaugh wrote on Apr 15, 2013:

"Bonnie's family:Oh my goodness, the times your Mom and I, and the other gals, had at MMM, and the sad times too, when we all shared tears and hugs...a family we were....and now a member of our family has gone on to the next place...she will be missed....but memories will be the glue that holds us together.....sympathy, thoughts and prayers for all of you."

Jim and Cherie Hartman wrote on Apr 15, 2013:

"We may not meet again in this life time, so let me say before we part, so much of me is what I learned from you, you'll be a handprint on my heart.And so no matter how our stories end, I know you've rewritten mine by being my mother, my friend.I know we are who we are today because we knew you.And so who can say we've been changed for the better, but because we knew you we have been changed for good."