Bonnie L. Husted

Bonnie L. Husted, 91, formerly of Cahokia, IL, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Garden Place of Waterloo.

Bonnie was born November 4, 1934, in Orion, IL to John and Helen (Humphrey) Raisbeck. They preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her siblings, Wendell Raisbeck and Norma Stromquist, as well as her dear friend of 45 years, John Kratz.

Bonnie is survived by her three daughters, Valerie Harper of Waterloo, IL, Melodie Husted of St. Louis, MO, Jana Newell of Columbia, IL and Ken (Carol) Kratz of New Orleans, LA; grandchildren, Matt (Courtney) Harper and Dan (Tanya Abling) Harper; great-grandsons, Alex, Devin and Jacob Harper; and her special nieces and nephew.

Bonnie loved her family and cherished their time together. Her memory will live in their hearts forever. She will truly be missed by all who knew and loved her.

A private graveside will be held at a later date at Valhalla Gardens of Memory, Belleville. The family has entrusted Valhalla Gaerdner Holten Funeral Home in Belleville with arrangements.

Bonnie’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the staff of Garden Place of Waterloo for the love and sincere care they shared with Bonnie and her family in recent weeks.

Memorial donations in Bonnie’s name may be made to Hospice of Southern Illinois.