Bonita I. Stay, 69, Plymouth, passed away on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015.

Bonnie was born on Dec. 22, 1945, in Barnet County of Hartford a sub district of London England. Bonnie was a Lab Technician. She worked for Delmonte Foods for 33 years. A devoted daughter, sister and aunt she enjoyed being outdoors, going for daily walks, serving her church and participating in the choir. Her caring spirit for her family and loved ones will be sadly missed. Bonnie was a member of the Episcopal Church for 62 years.

Bonnie is survived by her brother: Barry Stay, Plymouth; her sister: Linda Wright, Hartselle, Ala.; nephew: James (Debra) Fetherolf; niece: Erica (Daniel) Vaughn; five great-nieces; one great-nephew. She is preceded in passing by her mother: Ivy Kreamer; and her father: William C. Stay.

The Stay family requests memorials in lieu of Flowers maybe given to The American Cancer Society, Mishawaka.

A Memorial Service in honor of Bonnie will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at Saint Thomas Episcopal Church, Plymouth, with Fr. Thomas Haynes officiating. Interment will follow at the Saint Thomas Episcopal Church Columbarium. A time of visiting with the Stay family will be held from 10:30-11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 26, at the Saint Thomas Episcopal Church. Luncheon served following the conclusion of the services in the parish house.

The Van Gilder Funeral Home is honored to be serving the Stay family. We extend our deepest heartfelt sympathies to the family.