Charles W. Bonner

Charles W. Bonner, 89, of Butler, passed away Monday, August 7, 2023, at his home.

He was born February 8, 1934 in Cherokee County, Troupe, TX, a son of the late Willard M. Bonner and Annie (Kelly) Bonner.

Charles had worked at Pullman Standard until the plant closed and then had been a bartender, a DJ and had delivered newspaper bundles to the local carriers.

He was the husband of Anita J. Bonner, whom he married in 1970 and remarried in 2010 at St. Peter Roman Catholic Church in Butler, she passed away September 25, 2020.

He was a veteran of the Korean War, serving in the United States Navy.  He had enjoyed restoring and rebuilding Wheelhorse tractors.

Surviving is his daughter, Charlotte Bonner.

3 nieces: Jody Nodge, Sherry Cornelius and Susan (Aaron) Somerville.

A great niece Trista Somerville and a great nephew Tom Somerville.

In addition to his parents and his wife, he was preceded in death by a daughter Cathy and a brother Loyce.

Friends will be received at the Geibel Funeral Home, 201 East Cunningham Street in Butler, from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Friday.  A Blessing Service will be held at 10:00 am on Saturday, at the Chapel of Butler County Memorial Park. 

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