Christopher "Buff" Bonilla

He was born to Jesus H Cuellar and Graciela Cuellar. Christopher worked as a material handler at Bridgewater Interiors. He took pride in being a family man and a true friend to most. He loved tejano music and attending local dances. He adored his wife of 30 years and they had 4 beautiful children together, which whom he instilled respect and hard work and made sure they were always taken care of. He took pride in being a grandfather to his 6 grandchildren. He’d go above and beyond for them all. He faced many life obstacles but never let that stop him from achieving his goals.

Christopher leaves his memory behind to be cherished by his wife, Magdalena Bonilla; his daughters, Alicia (Dondre), Maricella (Nicolas), and Kristin; and his only son, Christopher Jr (Marissa). He also leaves behind his grandchildren, Da’Mir, Don’Dreyce, Da’Moni, A’Mirra, Victor Jr, Christopher lll; his mother, Graciela Cuellar; and siblings, Christina and Jesus (Maquella). He had a special bond with all his nieces and nephews who will miss him dearly, along with his brothers by heart, Gilbert and Tony Albarez.

Christopher was preceded in death by his father, Jesus H Cuellar; grandfather, Angel Lino-Bonilla; grandmothers, Gregoria Bonilla and Juanita Cuellar; uncles, Joe Bonilla, Angel Lino-Bonilla Jr, Martin Bonilla, James Bonilla, Mariano Bonilla, and Adam Cuellar; cousin, Geneva Bonilla; and brother, Robert Albarez ll.

The Bonilla family would like to acknowledge the Garza family, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Albarez Sr and the entire Albarez/Gomez family, Bridgewater Interiors for their support during the family's difficult time, and the many friends and families who dropped off food and drinks & sent comforting messages and phone calls.

A funeral service for Christopher will be held on Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM, with a one-hour prior visitation from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM, at Life Christian Church, 2560 Eaton Rapids Rd., Lansing, MI 48911.