"I still can?t get over the fact that you have left this world, although i know you are now resting in the arms of the angels & i know your in a better place, i will forever miss you. Will never forget all the fun times we had in our younger years, and Mr. Quinn telling us he was quitting teaching after our class, which he did, Lord knows we drove him crazy & you used to make me laugh like nobody else could. Please, hug your mom for me, i always loved her & your family.. Until we meet again, i will always carrry you close to my heart, and you will never be forgotten. Much love . Nancy- McDermott- Kennedy.??????"
In loving memory of
Bonita Joyce Powell
July 25, 1951 - December 8, 2020
Bonita Powell, 69, of Kingston, NY, passed away on Tuesday, December 8, 2020 at her home in Kingston. She was born July 25, 1951 in Hudson, NY, daughter of the late Arthur Whiteside and Dorothy Peebles.
She adored her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and loved all of her family. She enjoyed going to the casino and family gatherings. She was a loving, generous spirit. Bonita enjoyed her students and co-workers at Wraparound Services of Ulster County.
Bonita is survived by her children, Yolanda Williams of Flint, MI, John Lowe, III of Kingston, Arthur Powell of Flint, MI; her brother Anthony Whiteside of Flint, MI, seven grandchildren, Tyree Powell, Queosha Jones, Johntasia Young, John Lowe, IV, Joseph Elliot, Dynasti Powell, Makari Powell; 5 great grandchildren, Tykeem Powell, Tyree Powell, Jr., Ameirah Rodriguez, Myka Johnson and Truth Young.
Arrangements entrusted to Keyser Funeral & Cremation Service, Kingston, NY. A tribute for Bonita can be found at www.KeyserFuneralService.com, where you may leave memories and expressions of sympathy for her family.
Tributes
"Praying for the strength for the family?? REST PEACEFULLY MS. BONITA"
"I don't even know where to begin. I miss you auntie I talked to you on the just awhile ago dang this hard to believe because I can still hear your voice in my ear and see your face such an amazing woman we had alot of time with you and queosha and d because you made sure of that. Growing up you always made us laugh and travel every where we love you and miss you wow just gone too soon."
"So sorry for your loss "
"RIH Bonita ?? I am hurting however my heart is filed with joy.. joy because finally daddy & her will be together again. My memories of Bonita are so clear.. Her laugh, her caring heart, her calling Poohs & Tanks name throughout the house. Bonita always treated me like a daughter ??, she saved my butt a few times with daddy. Always giving advise to make you want to do better . I know she?s in a better place and will always be looking & smiling down on us. Bonita is the reason I joined the Army and I will never forget her encouraging words that day. You are gone from this earth, however you WILL NEVER be forgotten ?? Love Stephanie "
"Aunt bonita .. I am truly gonna miss you.. I love you so much.. you helped me thru the worst time of my life.. losing my mother. You always managed to know when something was bothering me.. you always knew the right words to use. You helped me deal with my feelings.. you are amazing ,genuine.. I'm blessed to call you my aunt / second mother. I love you sooooo much auntie. Continue to sleep in peace. Your work here on earth is done.. until we meet again.. I promise auntie I will keep my promise no matter what.. love always lil monkey"
"Who said teenage days come and are forgotten? You will always be remembered! George (Butch) Johnson, PhD. Atlanta, GA."
"To our family in this time of sorrow and grief i want to let everyone know my auntie was great and kind to everyone around her she is loved and will be missed especially myself her nephew juan welch god bless her soul and i love you auntie"
"RIH Aunt Bonita. I miss you and thank you for being there when I needed you. Will never forget that."