Thomas Earl Bonner

The first job Thomas ever had was at the age of seven, picking cotton beside his daddy, which he loved and cherished. He was a tree surgeon, truck driver, farmer, and head trouble maker. Thomas loved anything that had to do with the outdoors. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, farming, and taking care of his animals. He was always a great neighbor and would help anyone who had a need. He definitely had a green thumb. He could put a stick in the ground and grow a tree. His favorite time was sitting outside and just talking. He will be greatly missed by those who knew him best and loved him most.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Tommie Lea Bonner and Willie Mae Shankle Bonner; daughter, Candy Bonner McVicar; grandson, Greggory Bonner; brother, Wayne Bonner; sisters, Irene Ware, Wanda Mouse and Francis Jamieson.

Left to cherish his memory is his daughters, Anita Bonner and Brenda Finney (Johnny); grandchildren, Linda McVicar, Christopher McVicar (Sarah), Christina Berry (Chris); great grandchildren, Landyn Berry, Bubba Berry, and Layla Berry; aunt, Norma Joyce. He is also survived by many friends and loved ones.

A Visitation for Thomas will be held Friday, March 1, 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home, 8801 Mansfield Road, Shreveport, Louisiana 71108. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 2:00 PM on Saturday, March 2, 2024 at Centuries Memorial Funeral Home with Bro. Mike Stowell officiating. Interment will take place at Centuries Memorial Park. Honoring the family as active pallbearers will be Chris Berry, Landyn Berry, Bubba Berry, Brad Norwood, Bobby Morris, John Terrell, Layton Terrell, and Lee Terrell. Honorary pallbearers will be Kent McCarter, Dane Terrell, and Joseph Norwood.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude's Children Hospital.

"If you want a good neighbor, you have to be a good neighbor."