Harold C. Bonner

Harold (Hal) C. Bonner of Pompano Beach, FL and Waterford, CT passed peacefully in his sleep on July 16, 2020 at the age of 85, at John Knox Village, Pompano Beach, Florida. He was the son of Harold L. and Elsie Bonner of Cranston, Rhode Island. He is survived by Betty E. Bonner, his wife of 60 years and his children: daughters, Julie Slafsky and husband Marc of Wakefield, MA, Bethany Bonner of Waterford, CT and son Charles Bonner and wife Maura of Groton, CT and grandchildren, Matthew Wageley, Elizabeth (Wageley) Griffin, Rebecca and husband Mike Baker, Michael Slafsky and wife Hannah and Nick Bonner. He was born and raised in Providence and Cranston, Rhode Island, where he was a graduate of LaSalle Academy and Providence college. He was a successful and well liked Regional Sales Manager for ITT Engineered Valves for 36 years. Hal and wife Betty lived in Waterford, CT as active members of the community for 37 years before retiring to Pompano Beach for the past 15 years. Diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in its early stages, Hal worked diligently with the disease to hold it at bay as long as his body was able. A very active member as the treasurer of the Men’s Club at St. Gabriel’s Catholic Church, he also served for many years as a lector for 4pm mass and Thursday morning mass as well as volunteering for St. Vincent DePaul’s Society. Many may know him well as a friend of Bill’s with a great sense of humor and many stories gained through experience. A memorial mass will be held at a future date.

Memorial contributions can be made to: ADPAAmerican Parkinson Disease Association and John Knox Village Foundation. For online obituary and guestbook visit Atlantis Cremations