She was born October 11, 1946 in Charlotte, North Carolina and was the only child of Bon and Emma Hinson. She was very close to her cousins during her childhood, especially Sarah, with whom she remained close throughout her life. Bonnie graduated from East Mecklenburg High School in 1964 and went on to attend the University of Cincinnati Conservatory of Music. She graduated with a bachelors degree in Fine Arts in 1969.
Pursuing a career in the performing arts, Bonnie moved to New York City and spent seven years performing in plays on and off Broadway, including The King and I, Lorelei, Smith, and The Desert Song. She continued to be involved in theater and sing in choirs for decades. Her last performance in a stage show was as Aldonza in The Man of La Mancha in 1993.
Bonnie had her daughter, Bethany, in 1986. They were devoted to each other and the best of friends. Bonnie was a loving wife to her love Richard Bourque for 24 years, until his death in 2018.
During her daughter’s childhood, Bonnie worked as a homemaker and pursued graduate studies in education. She worked as a substitute teacher for years, while also being involved in her daughter’s school events and extracurricular activities, and continuing to enjoy performing in choirs.
Bonnie was a member of the Catholic Church. She participated in several Bible studies and women’s groups, as well as being a lector, cantor, and choir member at St. Mary Magdalen and Annunciation Catholic Churches for many years.
She is survived by her daughter, Bethany Christian, and her grandson, Tennyson Christian.
A gathering of family and friends will be held Saturday, October 24, 2020 from 1-2 PM at Baldwin Fairchild Funeral Home, East Altamonte Chapel with a Celebration of Life service beginning at 2 PM. Internment will follow at All Faiths Memorial Park in Casselberry.
Arrangements entrusted to Baldwin Fairchild Funeral Home, East Altamonte Chapel. 994 E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Springs, Florida 32701. Please view and sign the family guestbook at www.baldwinfairchildeastaltamonte.com
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