BORN

1949

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Resthaven Mortuary & Gardens of Memory - Wichita

11800 West Highway 54

Wichita, Kansas

Bonnie Stillings Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 3, 2017.

Bonnie Jean Stillings, 68, cherished wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend, was called home by our Heavenly Father on September 29, 2017. Bonnie and her twin sister, Connie, were born to Dorothy and Howard Kellum on September 29, 1949 in Macomb, IL. Bonnie loved her 12 brothers and sisters unconditionally and was proud to call herself a Kellum.

In 1971, Bonnie met her husband, Kelly Stillings on a blind date. That blind date turned into a 44 year marriage. Their marriage and love is what most aspire to have. Bonnie and Kelly moved around the United States following work, where they made countless friends. Bonnie didn't know a stranger and she had a knack for making everyone feel like family. Even though they moved around, Bonnie kept in touch with her friends.

Bonnie had many jobs throughout her life, but the ones she took the most pride in was being a wife, mother, and grandmother. Her children, Brian and Brandie inherited her wicked sense of humor and love for family. Her grandchildren, Kellen, Ella, Emma, Ethan, Justin, and Shelbie will always remember how much she spoiled them without any hesitation.

Although Bonnie is no longer here on earth she has left a legacy of tolerance, kindness, love and giving to others. We take great comfort in knowledge that she is watching us and protecting us from up above.

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October 6, 2017

Michelle Wahl

I'm just one of the many Midwest Drywall family that had the privilege of working with Bonnie. Although it was usually on the phone everyday, but we were always laughing about something. Thoughts and prayers for the family! I will miss her sweet voice on the other end of the telephone. No more pain my friend.

October 4, 2017

Jan Phoenix (St. Clair)

I have so many fond memories of Bonnie. We were classmates from grade school through high school. So many fun times, laughs shared, and memories made together. These are precious memories that will never be forgotten. My sympathy for all her family.

October 4, 2017

Diana Mason

Praying for all who loved her you in my thoughts as you go through this hard time

October 4, 2017

Debbi Cornell

Bonnie was my sister in law & a wonderful person. Out of the all the Kellum kids & there were 13 she & her twin sister were the 1st Kellum's I met. She will be missed by many including my boys Jeff & Jason Kellum

October 4, 2017

Annette Hall Morgan

My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

October 4, 2017

Glenda Stoklosa

may prayer be with u and the family she was a great person

October 4, 2017

Helen Nasep

Will miss Bonnie...she was a classmate,,,hated to hear of all the pain she went through...now she has no more pain..will be praying for Connie and all the family.

October 3, 2017

Diana Meister

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. You will all be in our prayers.

John & Diana Meister

October 3, 2017

Robert Stillings

Kelley and Family:

We are all saddened by your loss of Bonnie and wanted to express our condolences. Our thought and prayers will be with you.

Ann & Bob Stillings and Family

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