Barbara
Bonnell
Thompson
Obituary
Barbara Bonnell Thompson, 67, of Fort Wayne, died January 10, 2022 at home with her family after battling ALS for over a year. Barbara was born on April 13, 1954 to the late Ralph and Loreen Bonnell in Champaign, IL. In 1984, Barb and Brad wed in Fort Wayne. Barb and Brad went on to have 2 Children, Lucas and James. In 1987, Barb began a 35 year career as a surgical tech, helped deliver 2 of her grandchildren, Preston and Lakelyn and developed a strong work family that supported and loved her to the end. In 2020, Barb was diagnosed with ALS and subsequently had to retire. She spent the remainder of her days with her family, friends, and grandchildren. Barbara loved the outdoors, hiking with her sister, taking adventures with her grandchildren, being on a beach by the ocean and anything that involved animals, Barb had a special place in her heart for all animals but especially her dogs. Barb was a woman of great faith and was an active member at St. Vincent’s De Paul Catholic Church, Fort Wayne. Barbara was an incredible wife, sister, friend, and Gigi. Barbara is survived by her husband Brad Thompson; two sons, Lucas W Thompson of Nashville, TN and James P Thompson of Fort Wayne, IN; two daughters-in-law’s, Jessica (Lucas) Thompson and Brittany (James) Thompson; brother, Thomas Bonnell of Champaign, IL; sister-in-law, Margaret (Thomas) Bonnell of Champaign, IL; sister, Dr. Linda Bonnell of Durango, CO; brother-in-law, Dr. Robert (Linda) Lander of Durango, CO. Mass of Christian Burial will be at 11:00 am, Friday, January 14, 2022 at St. Vincent de Paul, 1502 E. Wallen Road with calling one hour prior. Visitation will be held Thursday, January 13, 2022, 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm with a rosary at 2:30pm. Memorial contributions may be made to the following ALS Foundations: Team Gleason; www.Teamgleason.org and ALS Therapy Development Institute; www.ALS.net
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My family grew up down the street from the Bonnell’s. My father worked at Jos Kuhn & Co with Ralph Bonnell and retired with him. My parents are still alive and they wanted to share Their Condolences to Linda and Tom. We lost track of the siblings long ago, but still remember them in our growing up years. Bob Weston.
Barb was the only girl I ever knew, who after a busy day in the O.R., would throw on her rollerblades and skate around 469 while under construction. She was determined to lose that baby weight and she did! I smile thinking about her everytime I drive on it. Barb’s work is done and She’s at peace. GOD IS GOOD.
Dear Brad & family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Barb was a beautiful lady who always had a smile for you whenever you met her. She will be dearly missed. Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers at this sad time. May fond memories give you comfort in the coming weeks & months.
Blessings
Tom & Margaret Lapsley
James, sorry for your loss. Know of my prayers
I’m so sorry for your loss Linda. It sounds like you have a lot of great memories of Barbara to enjoy for years to come.
Just saw the pictures,still smiling even with her diagnosis.Nice to see all the support of family and friends.
Dear Brad and family,Jack and l were sorry to hear of Barbara’s passing. God bless her,
Brad and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of Barb. We sent our thoughts and condolences. Thinking of you through this difficult time.
Prayers to all of you
Your family is in our prayers
“CP Mafia” (Richard, Kevin, Brandon, Ghislain, Sean, Joe)
Words fail to express our sorrow for your loss. We hope it brings you comfort to know that we are so grateful for Barbs friendship and the impact she had on our lives. Keeping you close in prayer.
I’m sorry Barb was such a nice lady. She will be missed by many.
Our thoughts & prayers are with the Thompson family. So sorry for your loss.
Barb and her entire family will be in our prayers.
Love
Alex Erkelens
Steven Erkelens
We know how much Barb meant to you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Sending condolences from Chicago. You and your family will remain in our prayers.
We are thinking of you during this difficult time. We have many wonderful memories of Barb and she will be missed.
Work friends: Joni, Amy, Tonya, Denise, Kristin, Becky, Dr. Lucia, Kathy and Dr. Amy.
Brittany, we are all so sorry for your loss. Were keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Your ADP Chicago Core Family
Keeping your family in our prayers and thoughts.
We are so very sorry to hear about Barbs passing. She will always be in our memories and in our hearts ️. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless.
Lucas, Jessi, Lenox, and Thompson family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. With sympathy for your loss.
With heartfelt condolences to your entire family. We love you all and we miss Barbara very much.
Barb brought so many gifts to our life. We will never forget those memories. She will be missed dearly!
I have known Barbara Bonnell Thompson since she was in high school at Champagn Central. She was my friend and my sister-in-law. She truly was a woman of many talents and would give anything her best. I remember, when knowing I am interested in yoga, she playfully sent me pictures of her doing the asanas. Her poses were perfect. She and her sister, Linda are AWESOME cooks, learning from the best, their mother, Loreen, who was of the greatest generation when they had gardens and 3 squares a day. Barb was a great photographer, when asked, she took a portfolio of my middle granddaughter, Sophie, for her senior year which was beautiful! She has good boys, Lucas any JP, who have children. She cherished them all. As for my family, husband Tom, and daughter, Abra and her three girls, Sidney , Sophie, and Mattie are blessed to have had her in our lives. We will always miss her and never forget her sweet, lovely ways. Rest In Peace , my darling friend.️
Rest in peace sweet Barb.
Those we love don’t go away, they walk beside us every day. Unseen, unheard, but always near. So loved, so missed so very dear. Our deepest sympathies.
Brittany,
My deepest condolences to you and your family. I am keeping you guys in my heart and prayers. May your memories of Barbara bring you comfort and peace always and forever.
James,
We are very sorry for your loss. Ken, Cassandra and I want to extend our deepest condolences to you and your whole family. Thank you for being such a great person to work with.
Gone but never forgotten.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time