George "Bill" Bonneywell Jr.

He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Marion.

He is survived by his wife, Ida of 55 years of marriage; his brother, David (Dianne); his sister, Marilyn (Ken) Ahlf, Barbara (Bob) Eaton, Georgia (George) Perez; his daughter, Joanne Johnson; his sons, Dave and Bill (Peggy); grandsons, Matthew Bonneywell, Michael and Richard Johnson; granddaughter, Krystal Johnson; also many nieces and nephews.

He graduated from Everett High School. He enlisted in the Army in 1952 and discharged in 1955. He worked at Scott Paper Mill for 37 years, before retiring in 1993.

He raised and raced homing pigeons for several years. He was an avid dahlia grower with his wife, growing up to 1000 plants a year. They staged, showed and judged at Dahlia Shows, across the Northwest for over 30 years. He was also instrumental in the start up programs for youth football, basketball and baseball in Snohomish in the 1970's, coaching all for many years.

His family would like to express thanks to the staff at Bethany At Pacific and Hospice. He received very good care.

Visitation will be on Friday, December 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. at Snohomish United Methodist Church, 2400 Lake Avenue, Snohomish, WA with a Memorial Service to follow celebrating his life at 12:00 p.m. at the Church and Graveside Services to follow at Floral Hills, Lynnwood, WA.

Donations may be made to local ALS or Heart Association