Peacefully passed away at St. Joseph’s at Fleming with her daughter by her side, on Saturday, August 5, 2023, one month shy of her 103rd birthday. Beloved wife of the late Emerson Bonham. Loving mother of Elmer Bonham (Diane), Joy Bonham (Kim Osborne), the late Edna Bowers (late Alex), the late Betty Berkmann (late Herb) and the late Iris McDougall (late Garry). Proud grandmother of Connie Holland (Dale), Bill Bowers (Anita), Anna Lewis (Larry), Hans Berkmann (Cathy), Lynn Witteveen, Allan McDougall (Sue), Jim McDougall, Sue Bridgman (Terry Grosjean), Charlie Bonham (Christian Martin) and great grandmother of 17, great-great grandmother of 22 and great-great-great-grandmother of 2. Lovingly remembered by many nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends. All of her family sincerely appreciates the kindness and care she received from the staff at St. Joseph’s at Fleming.
Her door was always open whether you were family, a neighbour or friend. You would be greeted with a smile, the tea and cookies would be on the table. She cherished any gathering that had her surrounded by her family; that she loved with her whole heart. She lived life to the fullest, laughed hard and loved hard. She taught us that there is nothing more important than family. She will be missed.
Minerva’s family will receive friends at the COMSTOCK-KAYE Life Celebration Centre, 356 Rubidge St, Peterborough, on Thursday, August 10th from 12 p.m. to 1:45 p.m. Followed by a Funeral Service in the Chapel at 2:00 p.m. A livestream of the service will be available at comstockkaye.com, select Minerva's information, scroll down to services, select Join by Live Stream. Private interment. In memory of Minerva, donations to St. Joseph’s at Fleming or the Alzheimer Society would be appreciated. Online condolences may be made at www.comstockkaye.com.
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