Obituary of Bonnie McLean

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Bonnie McLean on December 25, 2022, in her 64th year. Bonnie will be greatly missed by her son Ian. She is predeceased by her father Ken Whaley and mother Ruth Parks. Bonnie will be remembered by many other extended family and friends Arrangements have been entrusted to Merritt Funeral Home, Smithville. A private funeral service will take place at a later date. Bonnie was born in New Market,ON and spent her adult life in Smithville,ON. Where she drove school/ van for over 20 yrs, she loved all the children she drove and always made sure they felt that with birthday songs  and funny costumes to keep them laughing. Bonnie was very involved with her local legion for many years. She worked as a bartender and volunteered lots with hot breakfast days and other events. She also loved to spend her time on the patio surrounded by friends. Bonnie was known for being a performer. From skits she came up with herself to just dressing up and heading to the mall to get some laughs. She was always up for anything. Bonnie also drove for The Grimsby Junior C Peach Kings, where she said her love for hockey grew from. You could catch her out cheering on any of her favourite teams : Toronto Maple Leafs, Philadelphia Eagles, Hamilton Tiger-Cats She also had such a love for music. From concert halls to her kitchen floor, she was always dancing and rocking along to something. Bonnie has a strong love for her dog Charger. Her favourite time of day was walking him and taking in all the beauty around her. Bonnie will be most missed for her contagious laugh and energy she brought to all situations in her life. Donations to Sick Kids Hospital or Jurvavinski Cancer Centre would be appreciated and if desired can be made through the funeral home, merritt-fh.com (905)957-7031