A beloved wife, mother, sister, friend, colleague and citizen, Bonnie Jean Agerstrand passed away peacefully at her Englewood, Florida home on Wednesday, March 15th, 2023. Bonnie was born March 2, 1951 in Detroit, Michigan to Angus and Jean Fogo. The second oldest of six, Bonnie grew up surrounded by the laughter of her siblings and cousins. She graduated from Walled Lake High School in 1968 and attended Michigan State University, earning Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in early childhood education. Bonnie met the love of her life, Charles Agerstrand, in 1972. Following a Christmas day proposal, they married June 26, 1977 and in the years that followed welcomed two daughters, Cara and Lorin, Bonnie’s pride and joy. Bonnie spent her professional career as a teacher, primarily in a kindergarten classroom, in Corunna Public Schools. She was a strong and compassionate advocate for her students, enriching the lives of countless children and parents during her 38-year career as an educator. In addition to her husband and daughters, Bonnie was a delighted and devoted grandmother to Indra and Lila. She will be remembered for her kind smile, generous heart and vibrant spirit. Forever loving.
A Celebration of Life event for Bonnie will be held April 22, 2023 in Englewood, Florida. To RSVP, please reach out to Bonnie's family at [email protected]
If you are interested in making a donation in Bonnie's name, please consider the Children's Defense Fund: https://www.childrensdefense.org
The Children's Defense Fund is a national child advocacy organization that works to uplift all children, especially poor children and children of color.
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