"I\'m sorry to hear of Harold\'s passing. My condolences to his family. Probably ten years ago, I connected with Harold (probably on RootsWeb or Ancestry) and found out that we were related. I believe our 3rd great grandfathers were brothers. My Bonnels dropped the second l and stayed up in northern Kansas and Missouri. I am from Kansas City, Missouri. I heard about Harold\'s death through a niece of mine who sent me the Wichita obituary asking me if we were related. It is a small world - two of Harold\'s nephews graduated from the same high school (Spanish Fork High in Spanish Fork, Utah) as two of my children."
In loving memory of
Harold Bonnell
Harold Thomas Bonnell, of Phoenix, AZ passed away peacefully in his sleep on Monday, March 17, 2014 at the age of 59. He was born on September 25, 1954 to Bobbie Joe Bonnell and Roberta Ann Bonnell. He married his wife, Kristy Gay Dixon, on September 26, 1977 and together they have raised 8 children. He devoted his life to his family and gave his unconditional love as a Husband, Father, Papa and was a friend to everyone he met. To his children, he was their Hero and was the BEST Dad they could ask for!! Harold is survived by his wife, Kristy, their 8 children and their families: Josh and Marsha Bonnell, Alia and Jeremi Tate, Eli and Mellisa Bonnell, Caleb Bonnell, Kayt and Michael Harris, Breizy and Matt Echols, Zeke Bonnell, Zach Bonnell and Josh Morris along with 14 grandchildren. Visitation will be from 10:00-11:00 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 11:00 on Saturday, March 22, 2014 at Latter Day Saints Church, 11650 N. 35th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85053. Burial will be at Phoenix Memorial Park, 200 W. Beardsley, Phoenix.
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"your family is incredible.losing a parent is so hard.lots of love and prayers for my old friends."
"I am so sorry to hear of Harold\'s passing. My thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time."
"Kristy and Family I heard the news about Harold after the obituary was posted in the Wichita, KS newspaper. My sister, Debbie, saw it and sent me a copy. When I read the wonderful tribute to his life, I just sat at my desk at work and cried on Thursday. Harold was a dear cousin to me and all of the earlier-born cousins got to play together in Winfield, KS when we were kids growing up. I can envision that light blonde hair that Harold had along with that mischevious smile. My parents, Charles and Betty Douglas, had moved to Wichita, but we went to Winfield every Sunday. It was me, my brother Rick, Harold and Bobby (now Robert) who played as children growing up. I really wish I were still living in Phoenix so that I could have spent more time with Harold and Kristy and got to know the kids better. I am so happy that we all got to see each other at Aunt Birdie\'s funeral several years ago. While it would have been difficult to fly from Stamford, CT to Phoenix for the memorial, I did consider it. My thoughts and prayers to Kristy and all the family. Harold was a good man, a wonderful cousin and he will be missed. I will always remember the good times we had together. The next time I come to Phoenix, I will contact Kristy so that we can spend some time visiting. My prayers to everyone."
"Kristy and Family, I was sad to hear about Harold. Big families are a special thing. I know you all will miss him and so will I. My prayers and love to you all. Jim Phillips (72]"
"My heart breaks for Kristy and all his children. He was such an easy going guy and a good person. He is missed by so many. May God bless you with happy memories to comfort you all. Love to all of you. Donna Banta"
"Oh Harry, you will be missed dearly. You and I and your whole entire family from the times when we were kids all the way up to being a parent and grandparent. Brenda and I have spoken many times of the way things were back then and I talk about what a great father you were to all of those children you and Kristy had. You guys were the most laid back people ever. There is never good words to share at a time like this that will help. But Harry is with God now and he knows all of the answers and will learn even more. I know that Birdie has got him in her arms as we speak. Knowing Harry what? Since I was in 7th grade, now that was a trip. Harry was the best person in the world. He would help people with anything at anytime. He was just that kind of person and so was his family. Kristy, I know loss is hard but things will work out just fine in time. You still have time left on this earth and Harry will be waiting for you in the Kingdom of Heaven. I will be praying for you and yours. Sincerely, Becky Davis Wichita, KS 67218"
"Kristy and family...so sorry to hear of Harolds passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to each of you."
"We had some fun times back in the day. Rest in peace my friend."
"My prayers and love go out to you all! Hadn\'t seen Harold or the family in awhile but never stopped thinking about or praying for you all!! May your hearts be lifted knowing a good man will continue to love and watch over you, from special place in God\'s house!!!"
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult time. Harold was a great co-worker and one of the nicest guys we knew. So sorry for your loss."
"My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Loosing a loved one is hard, but knowing we will see them again some day is truly something to look forward to. Blessings to each."
"We are so sorry for the loss of such a wonderful person. It was an honor and privilege to have known him and call him friend. Kristy may you and the kids find some comfort with all the good memories you share of Harold. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all."
"You were a childhood friend Harold, we had a lot of fun together growing up. I lost track of you for many years but we hooked back up before your accident and I was glad we did. My prayers and thoughts will be with your family."
"Thoughts and prayers to each of you My husband Randy and Harold were very close friends through school and often spoke of the things they would do. I wish we could have gotten together for a family reunion but was not ment to be God bless all of you I know he will be missed by all."