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Bonnie K. Ritter

December 2, 2020 | 43 comments

Bonnie K Ritter, 76, of Holmen, passed away peacefully on November 30, 2020 at Gundersen Health Systems in LaCrosse, Wi.

She was born on September 13, 1944 to Earl and Lorraine Voshart.  She married Mike Ritter on May 8th, 1965 at St. Josephs The Workman Cathedral in LaCrosse, WI.

After graduating from Winona Secretarial School Bonnie began a 45 year career at Gundersen Clinic where she worked for several departments until her retirement.

Bonnie was an active member of the Onalaska area Jaycettes organization as well as St. Patrick’s Church in Onalaska.

Bonnie was a caring, compassionate woman who was loved by all with whom she came into contact.

She is survived by husband Mike, son Dan (Donna Christianson), daughter Kris (Troy Anderson), daughter Angela (Mark McCampbell), grandson Robert McCampbell,  brother Rick Voshart (Joni), and several step grandchildren, step great-grandchildren, and nieces and nephews.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents, brother Rodney and sister Pamela.

Visitation will be held Friday, December 4th, 2020 from 3-5pm followed by a brief religious ceremony at Coulee Region Cremation Group, located at The Gathering Place, 133 Mason St, Onalaska, WI.

 

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43 Comments

  1. Debbie and Jerry Clarkin

    So sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. Her smile could light up a room. Thinking of you all.

  2. Donna Stortz

    So sorry to hear of This. Bonnie was my supervisor in Medical Education at Gundersen. She was a joy to work with. Such a kind person. She will be missed by so many people. My deepest sympathy to her family.

  3. Dennis and Mary Boardman

    So sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. You and your family will be in our prayers.

  4. Cindy Steinhoff

    My deepest condolences go out to Bonnie’s family. I worked with Bonnie at Gundersen when she was coordinator in the Comprehensive Child Care Center. She was always so kind and easy going. I remember when my Mom died she gave me a big hug and comforted me. I will never forget her kindness to me at that moment. She will be deeply missed. She was truly one of a kind.

  5. Barb Heintz

    I worked with Bonnie at Gundersen.I always enjoyed our chats.I am so very sorry.

    • Diane Cunningham

      So sorry to hear that Bonnie passed away. I worked with her for many CP clinics years ago. She had an infectious and fun laugh.

    • Cathy Fischer

      Prayers and Hugs to the Ritter Family. I used to work with Bonnie at Gundersen when she worked in the Pediatrics
      ND dept on the clinic side . She was a great lady ! She will be missed.

  6. Darla Severtson

    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.Bonnie and Mike were our neighbors for many years and shared so many great memories with them. You could not find a nicer person. She will surely be missed.

  7. Larry Hagar

    I was saddened to hear of Bonnie’s passing.
    Mike, you and your family are in my thoughts at this difficult time.

  8. Ruth Ann Wurtz

    My deepest sympathy to Bonnie’s family. She was a very kind and caring person. May she Rest In Peace.

  9. Bill and Karen Fries,Arizona

    Mike and family: Shocked to hear of Bonnie passing, so sorry for you and your family. Our prayers and sympathy are with you and your family.

  10. Robert L. Snodgrass

    Sorry for your loss Rick & Family RIP Bonnie

    • Gaylord Perry

      Could not have a better friend or neighbor . Always a smile and kind words and thoughts. Karen & I will miss her & we pray for her family. God’s speed and rest in peace.

  11. carol abraham

    we are so sad to here our dear friend has passed. we had so many good times together, raising our kids together side by side. our 40 plus years together were wonderful times. tom and iare here for all of you.God Bless. and Hugs. love you all,,,

  12. Clay and Ginny Pollert

    Our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of your dear Bonnie. She was a gentle spirit with a great sense of humor. We were pregnant at the same time ( Angela and Ross) and have known each other since 1972. We will treasure her and our memorable friendship and will miss her presence. Love and peace to you, Mike, Dan, Chris, and Angela, and all of your family.

  13. Wes & Dianne Panzer

    We have lost a dear and long time friend. So many wonderful memories! Our deepest sympathy to Mike and family. You are in our prayers during this difficult time.

  14. Kathleen Zietlow

    Sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing!!! Worked with her at Gundersen!! She was such a sweet soul!! Prayers!!!

  15. Kay Truax

    I worked with Bonnie in Physician Recruitment at Gundersen. She was the kindest person I have ever known. Her smile was so contagious. I always enjoyed her sense of humor and her pleasant personality. My deepest sympathy to Mike and her family.

  16. Myron and Jean Kinneberg

    So sorry for your loss. Our prayers and sympathy to the whole family. Bonnie was always a pleasant and welcoming person. God’s blessings and love to you all. Love, Myron & Jean Kinneberg

  17. Susan Fox

    Bonnie and Mike were our next door neighbors living on Kingswood Lane in Onalaska, years ago. Great neighbors for sure. Bonnie was a very kind person. She was a good listener and always there if needed. She was a lot of fun to be with. Her laugh was so great and the sound still resonates within. Angie and our daughter, Tiffany, shared many backyard fun experiences together.

    My sincere and deepest sympathy to Mike, Dan, Chris and Angie.

  18. snook

    sorry mike, it’s hard say in a few words what we have lost. i was so lucky to have had bonnie as a wonderful friend for 50 yrs., her sweet smile could bring out the sun on a cloudy day, we all will miss her too.

  19. Tim &Dianne Morrison

    Our sympathies for your loss. We will miss her very much.

  20. Rita Sanchez

    Words cannot convey how sorry I am for such a great loss. Bonnie was one of my favorite people at work and outside of work. She was a mentor to me and many as a wonderful example of how to work hard professionally with a bright, loving attitude. I regret that we didn’t see each other as much in retirement. Love and prayers to her beautiful family.

  21. Jeanne Schultz Larson

    So sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. She was such a nice person. I worked at Gundersen Clinic at the same time she did. After retirement we would run into each other at the Y. My condolences to Mike and all the family.

  22. Jim koelbl

    Mike, my condolences to you and your family.

  23. Gail & Linda Jensen

    Our Sympathies to Mike, Dan,Kris and Angie. Bonnie was a dear friend for so many years. She is deeply missed.

  24. MARY DANNHOFF

    Bonnie was a dear friend. I have many fond memories dating back sixty years. I will never forget her. Our sincerest sympathy to Mike and his family from Rich and me..

  25. MARY DANNHOFF

    Many fond memories of Bonnie from the last sixty years. She was a dear friend and will not be forgotten. Our sincerest sympathy to Mike and his family.

  26. Jim & Judy Shoults

    Our deepest sympathy to the Ritter family. Bonnie was one of a kind and will be missed.

  27. Shirley Huber

    Worked funeral luncheons @ St. Pat’s with Bonnie the last few years.Bonnie was so easy to work with, so cheerful, and caring for others. Will miss her smile! Sympathy to her family.?.

  28. Mike and Micki Banasik

    We learned of Bonnie’s passing through our good friend Jerry Sackmaster. We are so sorry. Bonnie was a very special lady.

  29. Sandra Jean Klinski

    I was so sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. I knew Bonnie from working at Gundersen. She was a wonderful supervisor and friend. She will be missed by so many. Hugs and prayers to the family.

  30. Jerry Smith

    My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of Bonnie, she was longtime friend meeting briefly when Mike was in 32 Guards and after that when the Onalaska JC and Jaycettes chapters was formed and so many wonderful memories along with being a great dance partner later on. My prayers to Mike and Family.

  31. Jon Sprehn

    Hello Dan, thinking of you and your family. My prayers are with you and your family during this challenging time.

  32. Lori Schneeberger

    Mike, Dan, Chris and Angie,

    Our deepest condolences to the Ritter Family,…John and I had so many funfilled memories with Bonnie and Mike…we loved, laughed and lost (lots of money to HoChunk)…Bonnie and I always laughed to the point of tears when we got together…I will miss her terribly as so many will…she was such an amazing gal and friend…irreplacable really…rest in peace Bonnie…

  33. Bonita Jamison

    So sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. You have my condolences and prayers.

  34. Bill & Kim Hart

    So sorry to hear Bonnie’s passing. Our condolences go out to your family. Bonnie, Rod, & I knew each other in La Crescent before they moved to Brownsville & went to Logan as well. Am so sorry for your loss.

  35. Rick and Mary Groth

    Mike and family, We are sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. She was such a sweet lady, and we enjoyed having you as neighbors. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  36. Sharon Lee

    Mike and Family, I am devastated to lose Bonnie. She was the sweetest
    and kindest woman I’ve known in 60 years. The world will not be the same
    without her. I will never forget all of the wonderful times we shared. She will be greatly missed by anyone who was lucky enough to know her.

  37. Kim (Horman) Gresham

    Kris, so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. You have many memories of her to keep close to your heart. Thoughts with you and your family.

  38. Stephen and June Smutny

    So sorry Mike in your loss,Bonnie and I always had a good time visiting when we saw each other,didn’t know her that long but once we met and got talking it was we knew each other for a long time.Her and I had a great time at Paul Well’s wedding,what a neat lady!You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers,sincerely June and Steve Smutny

  39. Tom and Carol Peek

    So sorry to hear of Bonnie in passing? We had such great times together when Angie and Tina played softball in high school…You and your family have my deepest sympathy…Hugs and prayers…RIP Dear Bonnie ?????????

  40. Eric Jensen

    Mike,

    Sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing . My heart goes out to you and your family.

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