Bonnie Chandler passed away on May 19th, 2014 surrounded by her devoted husband and children in her home in Houston, Texas. Mrs. Chandler was born on February 28th 1942 to Jack and Virginia Howe in Beaumont, TX.
Bonnie graduated from Beaumont High School and then was a graduate of the University of Texas, a member of Alpha Chi Omega, Life Member of the Texas Exes, member of the Jr. League of Houston, member of the Houston Ballet Guild and lifetime member of the PTA. She served as Vice President and Treasurer of Petroleum Equipment International for 32 years. She and her family have been members of the St. Francis Episcopal Church for 39 years where she served in many capacities including Jr. and Sr. warden.
Bonnie is survived by husband of 50 years, Jack Chandler; son Trey Chandler his wife Amy; son Rob Chandler his wife Jeannie; daughter Ginny Haase and her husband Eric; grandchildren Niland, Hunter, Goldie, Virginia-Grace and Adeline. She is also survived by her brother Bob Howe and his wife Aubyn; her brother Randy and his wife Anita; and brother-in-law Jim Chandler and his wife Mary. She leaves behind her nieces and nephews Shannon, Craig, Scott, Lisa, Shelly, Chris and Sarah and many great nieces and nephews whom she loves.
She was preceded in death by her loving parents Jack and Virginia Howe and her sister-in-law Paula Chandler.
A memorial service will be held on May 31st at St. Francis Episcopal Church at 11 AM followed by a reception in the Fine Arts Center.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made in her name to St. Francis Episcopal Church, MDAnderson or a charity of your choice.
Bonnie was affectionally referred to by her adoring family as Honey, Maximus, Bon Bons, Wonder Bonnie and Smalls. She was considered the Original Christmas Elf.
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