Just finding out about this, good friend, did her hair for the longest time, she will be missed, good friend & stylist
                         Debbie Greenwood

It has been an honor and a privilege to have had the ability to call dear sweet Bonnie a very good Zumba friend.. We have shared so many fun times together , as she will be deeply missed. I will carry her smile, her kindness and her friendship with me through life. My sincere condolences, prayers and love for her husband Mark, Gary and his family , and her brother John and his family. Heaven has now received an angel , as she will be our guarding angel. Rest in peace dear sweet Bonnie. We love you.

Just like Bonnie, I also worked at NJDOT and that is how I met her.  I will always remember her willingness to help others, the care she took in offering her thoughts/ideas, the hard worker that she was, and ... the sweetest laughter that would emanate from her.  I am very sorry for the loss to her family and friends.  She was a wonderful woman.  May God Bless You Bonnie ... you will be in my prayers.

To l the Zanolini family,
I am so sad to hear of Bonnie‘s passing. I worked with her for many years at DOT and she always had a smile and was always friendly  and really made the place a lot brighter..  She was a pleasure to be around and be sorely missed.
Our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Bonnie was the best pan pal since 5th grade.  We always wrote letters. I can't remember  if we ever texted. Maybe emailed on occasion.
Always sent birthday cards.
We became pen pals in 5th grade because our names were the same and she was from PA where my grandparents lived.
We NEVER met in person.
Our sign off was always AFA ( a friend always)
May you rest in peace.
Bonnie Tyler

A dearly loved friend, a true professional at work, Bonnie was so very special and so loved by everyone.  I will miss you, my friend.

I worked with Bonnie for many years at NJDOT. She was such a lovely person!!!  Always kind and funny!!!  So very sorry to hear of her passing!!  My condolences to her family!!!  She will be missed!!!!

Bonnie and I worked together for many years and we became good friends.  I will always remember her kindness, thoughtfulness , and compassion.  My condolences to her family and friends.  May she rest in peace.

My condolences to Bonnie’s family and friends. I worked with Bonnie at NJDOT  Human  Resources Dept . She was always professional and  friendly.

I would like to offer this quote and I hope that you will find comfort in it. What was once enjoyed and deeply loved, we can never lose… for all that we love deeply becomes part of us.

There aren’t enough words to describe how special Bonnie was.  I can’t even imagine life without her.  We had so many wonderful times, we laughed over so many things. She was always ready to help me when I needed it. Nothing was ever too much.  I was so very lucky  to have our special friendship, I only wish it could have lasted a lot longer.  I am glad she is no longer in pain but she has left a big hole in my heart.

Looking back at my entire life, I cannot remember a time when Bonnie was not present. I remember when Bonnie and Mark were dating, being in their wedding.  Michelle and I would stay over at their first apartment in Morrisville. Bonnie has always been part of the family and our lives. I pray that she is at peace now, no longer in pain. I wish I had been able to see her one more time. I will continue to keep Bonnie, Mark, Gary, Tracey, Grant, JD and his family in my thoughts and prayers.

Despite the fact I called her "Bonnie the Brat", I adored my younger cousin. She was a sweet, capable young woman who grew into an exceptional wife and mother and a doting grandmother. For many years she helped care for my mother, her dear Aunt June. She would drop everything and go to help her whenever she called. Her love of family is a role model we should all adopt. We can no longer share favorite books or special travel stories,  but I will always hold her dear.  My sincere sympathies to Mark, Gary, Tracy, Grant, JD and Christyne. Hold on to those fond memories.

OBITUARY

Bonnie Lee (Ford) Zanolini

December 13, 1955 – November 17, 2025

James J. Dougherty Funeral Home, Inc.

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