In Loving Memory of Bonnie Pearl Coxwell with deep love and heartfelt sorrow. We remember Bonnie Pearl Coxwell, age 81, who passed away on October 15, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Though her passing leaves an immeasurable emptiness, the love she shared will continue to live in the hearts of all who knew her.
Bonnie was born on August 27, 1945 in Mississippi, to Robert Woods and Golda Odell. Bonnie lived a life filled with love, kindness, faith, laughter and thrifting. She was a hard worker her entire life and retired from the Mobile County School Board. She will be lovingly remembered for her love of her family and especially her love of God, as well as for the warmth, strength, and joy she brought to those around her.
Family was an important and cherished part of Bonnie's life. Nanny as she was known to so many especially treasured her grandchildren, creating memories that will be held close forever. Those who knew Bonnie will remember her for her love of church and God and her powerful prayers—a gift that made every life she touched a little brighter.
Bonnie is survived by her son Chris(Jeanette)Coxwell, daughter Jennifer (Adam) Johnston, Grandchildren Christopher (Nikki)Coxwell, Travis(Mehery)Powell, Tyler(Katie)Powell, Amanda(Alan) Phillips, Danielle (Roger) Sullivan, 11 great grandchildren, Sisters Nita McKissick, Rita Sullivan, Andrea Hunt, many nieces, nephews and other loved ones. She was preceded in death by Jim Coxwell who was the love of her life and her brothers Kenny Woods and JB Woods.
A visitation for Bonnie will be held on October 22, 2026, at 5pm to 7pm at Sims Chapel Holiness Church, 9197 Fairford Rd, McIntosh, Alabama 36553. The Funeral services will be held on October 23, 2026 at 11:00 am at Sims Chapel Holiness Church.
Bonnie will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who loved her. May her memory bring comfort, and may the love she gave continue to inspire all who were fortunate enough to know her.
