Bonnie Carolynne (Booth) Duchscherer

Born into a military family, Bonnie grew up with a suitcase half-packed and a heart always open to new places. From base housing to faraway towns, she learned early to adapt, make friends easily, and find home wherever her loved ones were. Those early experiences nurtured the deep sense of compassion that would guide her all her life.

Bonnie Carolynne Booth was born on August 4, 1942, at St. Paul’s Hospital in Vancouver, British Columbia, to Dorothy and Walter Roy Booth. She was predeceased by her parents and her beloved sister, Sandy Hayes, and is lovingly remembered by her brother, Michael (Darlene) Booth.

Drawn by her caring nature, Bonnie graduated as a nurse in the late 1960s, a calling she lived with steady hands and a generous heart. Her career took her north to Prince George, where she dedicated herself to caring for others with quiet strength, humor, and kindness. In the early 1970s, she retired from professional nursing to raise her family but continued to live out her calling in a thousand small acts of love and compassion.

Bonnie passed away peacefully at home on November 6, 2025, after a long and courageous journey with health challenges. True to her resilient spirit, she stayed with her family as long as she could, her heart always full of love.

She is deeply cherished by her children, Matt (Diana) Duchscherer and Dori (Dan) Pears; adored grandchildren Paige, Lucas, Cameron, Noah, and Benjamin; and her “grand dogs,” Spice, Oliver, and Cashew, each of whom brought her special joy.

A gifted artisan, Bonnie’s hands were rarely still. She was a master weaver, teddy bear creator, embroiderer, and knitter, but quilting became her final passion. With every stitch, she wove memories, warmth, and love, creating quilts that offered comfort like quiet hugs. Each piece she made told a story of patience, creativity, and care, becoming a lasting treasure for those lucky enough to receive one.

In her final year, quilting brought her both joy and peace. She finished her last quilt surrounded by family, her favorite yellow roses, beloved dogs, and the comforting scent of fruitcake, cappuccino, and a Roger’s chocolate. She delighted in hearing loving words and memories from friends and family in her final days.

The family extends heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Syal, Dr. Olsen, nurse Kaylee, and the compassionate palliative care team, as well as dear friends Gayle and Elaine, who filled her days with laughter and warmth.

As Bonnie loved having coffee and a treat or ladies lunch with her friends, a celebration of Bonnie’s life will be held on December 11th drop in anytime between 1:00–4:00 p.m. at Parkhill Centre Banquet Hall (Entrance by Edge Orthotics). Please stop by and join us to share memories and stories, and, as Bonnie would have wanted, wear bright colours to celebrate her radiant spirit. There will be an audio phone at the ceremony where you can record your favourite memories of Bonnie to share with her family.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Bonnie’s memory may be made to the Spirit of the North Healthcare Foundation in her honour.

If you see a yellow rose, please think of Bonnie, her creativity, her kindness, and the love she stitched into every part of her life.