1937
LaVaughn
2006
LaVaughn Mendenhall
February 7, 1937 — August 3, 2006
LaVaughn "Bonnie" Mendenhall, age 69, passed away Thursday, August 3, 2006 at her home in Ortonville, MN. There will be a private Mass of Christian Burial for Bonnie and a private inurnment.
Bonnie was born on February 7, 1937 in Grand Forks, ND to parents Frank and Lucille (Fell) Bolack. She grew up in Crookston, eventually completing her GED. On January 22, 1955, Bonnie was united in marriage with Bill Mendenhall. To this union were born four children; Bonnie Lou, Don, Tammie, and Wendy. Bonnie and Bill celebrated forty-two wonderful years together before his passing in 1997.
Taking care of her family was always Bonnie's primary concern. She always looked out for her children and delighted in raising them. Her sense of humor and infectious laughter often amused them, and also taught them to laugh at themselves. In her free time she enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading, and working on crossword puzzles. Bonnie's favorite time was spent with her grandchildren who she adored.
Bonnie is survived by two daughters, Tammie (Greg) Giese and Wendy (Stephen) Barclay; son, Don (Dodi) Mendenhall; six grandchildren, Kirsten Giese, Kayla Giese, Joshua Barclay, Tim Goodman, Lance Goodman, and Tanya Goodman; and one great-granddaughter, Kalhea Goodman. She is also survived by her sister, Bobbie Miller; special friend, Dale Hopkins; special sister-in-law, Edna Mendenhall; and many beloved nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill Mendenhall; daughter, Bonnie Lou Mendenhall; her parents, Frank and Lucille Bolack; brother, Jerry; and sister, Vivienne.
Donations may be directed to hospice in lieu of flowers.
Bonnie was born on February 7, 1937 in Grand Forks, ND to parents Frank and Lucille (Fell) Bolack. She grew up in Crookston, eventually completing her GED. On January 22, 1955, Bonnie was united in marriage with Bill Mendenhall. To this union were born four children; Bonnie Lou, Don, Tammie, and Wendy. Bonnie and Bill celebrated forty-two wonderful years together before his passing in 1997.
Taking care of her family was always Bonnie's primary concern. She always looked out for her children and delighted in raising them. Her sense of humor and infectious laughter often amused them, and also taught them to laugh at themselves. In her free time she enjoyed knitting, crocheting, reading, and working on crossword puzzles. Bonnie's favorite time was spent with her grandchildren who she adored.
Bonnie is survived by two daughters, Tammie (Greg) Giese and Wendy (Stephen) Barclay; son, Don (Dodi) Mendenhall; six grandchildren, Kirsten Giese, Kayla Giese, Joshua Barclay, Tim Goodman, Lance Goodman, and Tanya Goodman; and one great-granddaughter, Kalhea Goodman. She is also survived by her sister, Bobbie Miller; special friend, Dale Hopkins; special sister-in-law, Edna Mendenhall; and many beloved nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband, Bill Mendenhall; daughter, Bonnie Lou Mendenhall; her parents, Frank and Lucille Bolack; brother, Jerry; and sister, Vivienne.
Donations may be directed to hospice in lieu of flowers.