Mary Bonacker

Mary Jane Bonacker

Age 84 passed away at her home on Tuesday, September 26, 2023. She was born on May 20, 1939 in St. Louis, Missouri, to the late Henry and Mary Alice (Wagner) Tripoli. She was the devoted wife of the late Stanley M. Bonacker, married on October 11, 1958.

Mary worked as a bank teller for Fenton Bank for many years, until she and Stanley started Windy Hill Farm Supply in the late 1970's.  Her bookkeeping experience was instrumental in the success of Windy Hill Charolais Farms, Windy Hill Farm Supply, and Arrowhead Sale Facility. Being actively involved allowed her to meet and support the community. Some of her favorite organizations to support were 4-H, Miss Charolais USA, and sports teams.  She also mentored many young people through employment and beyond.  Her love for the Charolais cattle brought her joy and friendships that spread across the country and allowed them to see the world.  Her yard, garden, and flowers were priorities in her free time, but a trip to the lake to water ski, swim and fish or a beach vacation would not be turned down.  Her greatest joy came from being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.

She is survived by her children Jeff (Karen) Bonacker of Cedar Hill, David (Annette) Bonacker of Cedar Hill, Marsha (Joey) Patrickus of Camdenton, Missouri, Grandchildren Ryan (Megan), Kristi, Daniel (Alexis), Dylan, Rachael, Michele (Kyle), and LuAnn (Dillon). Great Grandchildren Barrett, Rhett, Mabel, Reed, and Baby Harrison.

She is preceded in death by her loving husband Stanley M. Bonacker.

A memorial gathering will be held Sunday, November 5, 2023 at Arrowhead Sales Facility, 8333 State Hwy B, Cedar Hill, Missouri, 63016 at 1:00 p.m. with a service at 3:00 p.m.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Martin's United Church of Christ, 7890 Dittmer Ridge Rd. 63023 Dittmer, Missouri, or a charity of your choice.