Lester, Bonnie
July 28, 1931 ~ April 6, 2025
Bonnie Ellen Alexandera (McFalls) Lester
July 28th 1931 – April 6th, 2025
Passed away peacefully in her own home on April 6 2025, at the age of 93. Beloved wife of 56 years to the late Donald Ross Lester. Also predeceased by her parents Alexander and Florences McFalls, sister Birdine McFalls, daughter in law Phyllis and infant son Robert. She will be dearly missed and remembered by her family. Loving mother to Alan (Marg) and Charlene (Colin). Cherished grandmother to Robert (Wendy) and James (Neena). Treasured Great Grandmother to Marissa, Conner (Brooklynn), Thomas and Brandon.
Bonnie was born and raised near Lucan, Ontario. After finishing London Normal School she moved to Bridgen to teach in an one room eight-grade school house. Here she met and married Ross. She continued her education while raising her family, completing a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology at Western University and a Master of Education from Wayne State University. Bonnie led a very busy life helping on the family farm and teaching in the Brigden area for 31 ½ years. After retirement Bonnie and Ross travelled through out the world. Her passions were gardening, cooking (she always made the perfect rhubarb upside down cake), hockey and her family. She was also an active member of the Brigden United Church.
Her family would like to thank everyone who helped Bonnie remain in her home including: The HAM (Heather Andrea and Mercedes) team, Coni, Beverly, Laura, Jackie, VON nurses Bridget and Danielle, e-shift staff Scott, Shayne, Bonnie, Mary and Stephanie and Dr Kim. A special thank you to Holly who came weekly to do her hair.
VISITATION
Friends and family will be received at STEADMAN BROTHERS FUNERAL CHAPELS, Brigden on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 from 6-9pm.
FUNERAL SERVICE
A private family funeral will be held at a later date with interment at Bear Creek Cemetery. DONATIONS
Sympathy may be expressed through donations to Brigden United Church.
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Charlene and Alan and families:
We were sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. I have good memories of our cousin visits as well as your mom teaching me in Grade 5 at Brigden Public. May fond memories bring you comfort in your loss.
Sorry for your loss. She lives a long life… lots of memories to share.
Charlene,
I am so sorry for the loss of your dear mother. My sincere condolences to you and your entire family. May she rest in eternal peace.
Our deepest condolences to the Lester Family.
Our deepest sympathy to you all as you grieve Bonnie’s passing.
Sincere condolences to the entire Lester Family.
Thinking of you all in the days and weeks ahead.
Our condolenes go out to the lester family. From bill and ethan long
My condolences to the Lester family .Many fond memories.
Our condolences at the loss of great lady. Let memories warm your hearts. Alan and Marie(Dawson0 Stephenson
Have great memories of Bonnie. God bless.
Al & Marg & Family, please accept our sincere condolences. We know you will miss her.
Sincerely, Cindy & Gary Kramer
Condolences to Al, Marg and Family on loss of Bonnie. You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow. May you always cherish your many memories made over the years.
Deepest sympathies. Bonnie was quite a lady.
So sorry for your loss ; condolences to the Lester family. Bonnie was a fixture at Brigden Public school For many years and will always be remembered for her dedication.
Alan, Robert, James and families,
So sorry to hear of your Mom/Grandma’s passing. I’m sure that she will be sorely missed and remembered by all.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jeannie & Ken Laprise