Bonnie L. Chittenden's Obituary
Bonnie L. Chittenden, age 81, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2011 at the Leila and Cyrus Poppen Hospice Residence. She was born April 12, 1930 in Holland, Michigan to Frank and Agnes (Fitzpatrick) Zant Sr. The former Bonnie Zant was married to Donald Lee Chittenden on March 14, 1953 in Spring Lake. He preceded her in death on April 9, 2008.
Bonnie was a lifelong resident of the Tri-Cities. Bonnie enjoyed trips up-north, scenic cruises, going out to eat, and playing cards. Collecting angels was one of Bonnie’s favorite pastimes.
She is lovingly remembered by her daughter, Donna Chittenden of Nunica; two sons, David (Diane) Chittenden of Nunica and Doug (Mary) Chittenden of Spring Lake; two grandchildren, Michelle and Josh; two sisters, Darlene (Leon) Major and Mary Kohnke both of Grand Haven; and brother Ron (Phyllis) Zant of Muskegon. Bonnie was preceded in death by four brothers, Robert, Frank Jr., Jerry, and Don Zant.
Private family services were held with interment in Lake Forest Cemetery. A memorial reception will be held on Wednesday, June 8, 2011, from 4 – 6 PM at the Van Zantwick Bartels Kammeraad Family Center, 620 Washington St. in Grand Haven. Memorials to the Alzheimers Association or the Leila and Cyrus Poppen Hospice Residence are appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online guestbook at www.vbkfuneralhome.com.
The family is being served by VanZantwick Bartels Kammeraad Funeral Home of Grand Haven.
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