Mrs. Bonnie C. Small, 81, passed away June 24th, at the Samaritan Keep Home in Watertown, where she resided the past three years. Calling hours will be held on Sunday, June29th, from 2-4pm, at the T.R. Jetty Funeral Home in Clayton. The funeral will be at 11am on Monday, June 30th, at Fineview Methodist Church on Wellesley Island with Reverend Karri Weldon officiating. A burial will follow in Riverside Cemetery.
Bonnie was born on November 28th, 1943, on Wellesley Island, the daughter of Andrew and Janette Williams Slate. She graduated from LaFargeville High School and Watertown School of Commerce.
A marriage to Michael Small at Wellesley Island ended.
Bonnie went to work at Yazzell’s Dairy Bar and later opened the Rondette Restaurant which she operated for 38 years. She also worked for New York State Correction in Cape Vincent, retiring in 2003.
For many years, Bonnie, and her friend Patricia Higgins, catered many events for Joe Rich of the Disabled Persons Action Organization, her favorite show was catering in Clayton for Johnny Cash, and also for the Bridge Authority, She was a former member of the Alexandria Bay Senior Citizens, Fineview Methodist Church, a member of the Riverside Cemetery board for five years, and was a first woman Fire Chief in New York State. She enjoyed her trips to the casinos.
She is survived by her son, Mike of Vermont, and cousins.
JAMES ZEHR
PRAYERS SENT TO THE FAMILY AND FRIENDS. R.I.P. BONNIE !!
SOLD COCA-COLA TO BONNIE AT THE RONDETTE REST.
Marion Huntley
thank-you
Darlene Barbrow
Sorry to hear that Bonnie pasted. Worked for her for 13 years in Rondette. She was one of the best bosses and a good friend. RIP Bonnie!
Mike Birchenough
Rip Bonnie have many good memories with you through out our years in doccs. Our deepest condolences to the family
Jack Schafer
RIP Bonnie. You were a good business woman but more importantly a good lady
Andrew Binsley
My condolences for the family Bonnie was a good CO who I supervised at CVCF. Rest in peace Bonnie.
Steve Yazell
So very sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. Many fond memories of her when she worked for my mother at Yazell’s Dairy Bar as well as seeing her at the Rondette.
My sincere condolences to her family.
Grace Marsh
Sorry to hear about Bonnie’s passing. I worked at the Rondette for 5 years with her. She was a great boss and friend. RIP Bonnie you still be sadly missed.
Debbie Phinney
Sorry to read of Bonnie’s passing..I worked at the Rondette after my senior year for one summer. She was very nice to work for. RIP Bonnie
Ray Lowe
RIP Bonnie. Loved visiting the Rondette and chatting with you. I remember you and mom cooking steaks over at the riff on the Island and waitressing at the Rondette. Those days are filled with wonderful memories that will always be cherished. A
Brenda McBride
I grew up with Bonnie. My sister, Lorraine, was friends with her through high school. . She will be remembered fondly. Rest in peace my friend.
Marion Huntley
thank you I am Marion Slate and remember you two Island girls.
Sue Streets
So sad to hear of Bonnie’s passing. What a go getter! Always a smile and wanting to serve you a coffee. Always admired that she beat out younger people when doing the physical part of getting into corrections. Nothing she wouldn’t try. An inspiration to me! RIP Bonnie.
John J Dorr
Bonnie was always a dear friend for many years, even since high school. Bonnie and I have consoled each other, had serious conversations,
as well as many laughs, she has always been a close friend. I thought about Bonnie many times and she will be truly missed
Mike Rickard
RIP Bonnie always with a smile on her face great co worker condolences to her family
Marie Biondolillo
Bonnie was a wonderful fun loving woman. She was a customer of mine in my salon. My fondest memory of her, was when she and Pat H came into my shop playing the kazoos. The two of them, brought many, many happy memories. Rest in peace Bonnie. I will never forget you.
Scott Link
I served with Bonnie on Fisher’s Landing Fire Dept. Becoming the first woman fire chief in New York State was quite an accomplishment. R.I.P., Bonnie.
Paul J. Link Jr.
Ed Morley
I worked with her husband and visited the Rondette often, great food. RIP
Mary White Titus
Our LaFargeville Class of 1961 lost another member. Bonnie always had a smile and was a friend to everybody. Only wish I knew of ALL her accomplishments making a difference in people’s lives. Enjoy “Dancing in the Sky”.
Timothy Drake
Sorry for your loss. Bonnie was awesome coworker at CVCF.
Russ Waterson
We send our heartfelt condolences to Bonnie’s family and friends.
Bonnie’s accomplishments are incredible, but her kind heart and loyalty are immeasurable.
She was a great Lady. Dad was always telling childhood stories of growing up on the island, and many included Bonnie.
You have answered your final call Chief,
We’ll take it from here.
Rod Bushey
RIP Bonnie you were a great person and correction officer !! glad I had the pleasure of working with you condolences to the family