Bonnie Marie Leib

September 1, 1941 - February 12, 2024

Bonnie Marie Leib, a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother beloved sister, and cherished friend, passed away on February 12, 2024, at the age of 82. She was born on September 1, 1941, in Punxsutawney, PA, and most recently resided in Springfield Township, OH.

Bonnie was a woman of deep faith, always holding her beliefs high in God's hands. She dedicated her life to her faith and her family. She had two children with her previous husband Earl J Van Emon. Derrick Wayne Van Emon (Peg) and Kelly Ann Van Emon Matz (Devin) brought immense joy to her life.

She will be deeply missed by her nieces and nephews, Michael (Kim) Long and Kevin (Vickie) Long, as well as her grandchildren, Chrystin Hannan, Brandi (Trent) Kruger, and Mitchell Hannan. Bonnie also leaves behind a great-grandchild, Mylee Kruger.

She is survived by her siblings, Catherine Mitchell, Brian Baughman, Tom Pfeifer, JoAnn Dean and Rich Pfeifer, and . Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, Millie (Hank) Turney, David (Betty) Baughman, and her siblings Bradley, Nancy, Bill, John, and Henrietta.

Bonnie's favorite place in the world was at church and at home, surrounded by her beloved family. She treasured the time spent with her loved ones and created countless cherished memories together.

One of Bonnie's great joys was her involvement in Heaven Train, where she tirelessly worked and spread the word of the Lord. She was an active member of her Glad Tidings singing and prayer group where she shared her love for God through song and prayer. She found solace and inspiration through her faith. Bonnie was actively involved in community organizations and charities, such as Meals on Wheels and various other charity programs.

Bonnie loved cheering on her favorite teams the Cleveland Indians, Browns and Steelers. Baseball held a special place in Bonnie's heart, a love she inherited from her father. She followed the game closely and took delight in every pitch and play. She also enjoyed spending time with her closest friends, Janet and Becky. She will be remembered for her kind heart, as she made everyone feel special with her personalized homemade birthday cards, always signing them with her signature mark, FROG (fully rely on God). One of her many hobbies was writing her newsletter Glad Tidings which later on became Bonnie’s Treasures. Bonnie's unwavering devotion to God was matched only by her sense of humor, which she maintained until the very end.

In addition to her love for God, sports and friendships, Bonnie had a special place in her heart for all her pets throughout her life, but her beloved dog, Poppy, held a particularly special place in her heart.

Bonnie Marie Leib will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her. Her faith, sense of humor, and dedication to her family and community will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved her. May she rest in eternal peace, knowing she made a lasting impact on the lives she touched.

Within the next coming months a private memorial service will be held to honor Bonnie's life In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to a charity of your choice in Bonnie's memory.