Nancy Ruth Bonavita, 71, of Warren, PA, died Sunday morning March 2, 2014, at 11:55 a.m., after a brief illness. Nancy was born March 3, 1942, in Warren, PA to the late Albert and Ruth Erickson Goodwill.
Nancy was a 1960 graduate of Warren Area High School and resided in Warren most of her life where she was employed with the National Forge, the former Lacy School, Allegheny Valley School, the Library Theatre and Goodwill’s Mattress and More. She was a member of Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church. From 1991-2002, she lived in DuBois and was employed at Triangle Tech and Clearfield Mental Health Clinic and she was a member of Saint Catherine of Siena Church. Nancy was an avid reader, prolific knitter, and was known for her great love of family.
Nancy is survived by her children: Theresa Knight; Gregory Bonavita; Michael Bonavita and his wife, Colette Guadagnino Bonavita; all of Warren, PA; Christopher Bonavita and his wife, Rose Santillo Bonavita, of Collegeville, PA; and Col. Matthew Bonavita and his wife, Lorraine Betts Bonavita, of Springfield, VA; and Natalie Bonavita Spencer and her husband 1Lt. Matthew Spencer, of Arlington, VA; as well as her siblings: Sharon Eaton and her husband, James; Susan Curren and her husband, Richard, Stephen Goodwill and his wife, Kathi, all of Warren, PA; and Jay Goodwill and his wife, Mimi, of Sarasota, FL; as well as 14 grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Maria Knight, her nephew, Jamie Eaton, and two grandsons, Adam and Ian Bonavita.
Friends may call at the Donald E. Lewis Funeral Home, Inc., 304 East Street, Warren, Pa. from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, March 5, 2014 where a vigil service will be conducted at 8:00 p.m. Wednesday evening. A Mass of Christian Burial will be conducted at Holy Redeemer Roman Catholic Church at 10 a.m. on Thursday with Father James Gutting, pastor, officiating. Interment will be in St. Joseph Roman Catholic Cemetery. Those wishing to place memorials may do so through the Warren Public Library Association, 205 Market Street, Warren, Pa. 16365 or Bollinger Enterprises Inc. or a charity of one’s choice. Those wishing to submit e-mail condolences may do so by visiting www.lewisfuneralhomeinc.com
Dear Natalie,
I am so sorry to hear about your mom. I will be keeping all of you in my prayers during this difficult time.
Love,
Heather Wilson
I am so sorry for all of your losses. She was a wonderful person and most assuredly is in heaven. If there is anything I can do; do not hesitate to let me know. You are all in my thoughts.
We were so sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. Her smiling face will be missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
So sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing
She was a dear high school friend.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time
Even though we haven’t know Nancy very long, her kindness and generosity shown thru her infectious smile and warm heart. She welcomed us at your family gatherings as if we were family too! Keep fond memories of Nancy in your family discussions as she loved each and every one of you. Our prayers are with you in the days ahead and always!
Mike,
I’m very sorry to hear of your loss. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to you and your family.
My deepest condolences. I’m so sorry I could not attend. Nancy was a phenomenal woman and will be missed.
Sharon,
I am so sorry for the loss of your sister Nancy. I remember her well and knew she was always a very nice person.
So sorry to hear of Nancy’s passing. We were friends for years. Not so much recently since I don’t live in Warren any more, but occasionally got together. I used to take care of Maria and Theresa. She will be missed.