Bonnie Lynn (O’Neill) Galbraith
Bonnie Lynn (O’Neill) Galbraith, age 66, of Newark, DE, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 24, 2023, surrounded by her family.
Born in 1957, she was a daughter of Allen O’Neill and the late Mary Jeanette (Cunningham) O’Neill. Bonnie was a 1975 graduate of Conrad High School and a graduate of Goldey Beacom College. She operated an in-home daycare for 30 plus years, where she enjoyed watching the children grow and thrive.
Bonnie enjoyed spending time with her family, especially cooking and hosting Thanksgiving. She loved crossword puzzles, Wordle, attending her grandkids sporting events, playing cards with her husband and siblings, and spending time in the Poconos. Her infectious smile and kind heart touched many lives. Bonnie was a devoted mother, daughter, sister and GiGi to her beloved grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
Bonnie is survived by her husband of 44 years, Mark Galbraith; sons, Brian Galbraith (Erin) and Kevin Galbraith (Melanie); grandchildren, Meka, Giada, Natalie, Niko, and Cooper; father, Allen O’Neill; sister, Marnette Hurt (Carl); and brothers, Brett O’Neill (Anny) and David O’Neill.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 2 pm until 3:30 pm on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 121 West Park Place, Newark, DE, where a memorial service will begin at 3:30 pm. Interment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bonnie’s memory to the Fox Chase Cancer Center Thoracic Oncology Research, IA Department, 333 Cottman Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19111 or online by clicking here.
Mari Urban
I met Bonnie 27 years ago. She started watching my boys. As the years went on she thought of us as family and took the boys on vacation in the summer time. We will miss her dearly. Our thoughts are with her family at this time.
Nancy
To Bonnie’s Family, I was so very shocked to hear the passing of Bonnie, it really upset me, I send prayers to her Husband Mark and Two Sons and Grandchildren, may God bring you through the rough road ahead, I know the whole family must be really grieving, I wish the family all my best, God Bless you all
Charles Krapf
My heart goes out to the Family and friends This world has had such a loving and caring person I wanted to have so many more conversations with her Will dearly miss God Bless Bonnie and Mark and whole family
Donna Dellinger
You have been our neighbor for 10 years and we enjoyed the time spent with you. We are very saddened but we know your in a good place. Miss you always 😘
Lynn Talmo
I went to school with Bonnie. She will be dearly missed. So sorry for your loss.
Lillian Orr
Bonnie was a wonderful person. She was my mom’s neighbor for years and was very good to her! Mom thought of Bonnie as a daughter. Bonnie will definitely be missed!
Faye Whetstone
To the family:
I remember Bonnie with fondness as the younger sister of Marnette and David who were closer to my age as children. Please accept my sincere condolences to each member of your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers during this time. May God give each of you peace during this time.
Pastor Faye Whetstone
Diane (Pitrizzi) Graham
My deepest condolences to the family. Bonnie was a very kind hearted person. Sincerely,
Diane (Pitrizzi) Graham
Fellow 1975 Conrad Redskin
Faith
Bonnie was an amazing person. Bonnie was a friend of mine not only in school but after too. She helped me with a difficult situation a few years ago,was always there when I needed a friend. Kind hearted. Heaven has another Angel. Prayers for Bonnie, her family and friends.
Corbit Norman
Nancy and I are very sorry for your loss Mark ,Kevin & Brian
You guys were great neighbors to my mom Billy and my dad thank you so much for everything you did for my family, may God’s peace be with all of you in this difficult time
Nancy Norman
Mark I am so sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. It was such a shock. My prayers go out to you and your boys and all the family. She meant a lot to the Norman family. She will be greatly missed. 😢
Betsy Martin Archer
I forget exactly how Bonnie and I met, but we were in the 4ᴛʜ grade. I liked her immediately. We walked home from school together nearly every day in elementary school. I loved being invited to Bonnie’s house, there was so much laughter and love. Being a quirky child, I always appreciated how accepting she and her family were of me. I wish I had told her how significant she is to so many of my happy childhood memories and how frequently I would think of her. I don’t think I would know what a normal family is supposed to be if not for her. Even though we lost touch over the years, it made me feel good to know that Bonnie, my dear friend, was out there in the world. I am deeply saddened by her passing, but I’m so fortunate for having known her.
Jim & Evon Brown
Bonnie was a great neighbor for almost forty years. Even though we didn’t visit a lot because of our hectic lives, she had such a warm and caring way about her and if we needed her, we knew she & Mark would be there for us. We are saddened about her passing and she will never be forgotten. Our condolences and prayers go out to Mark and the whole family.
Teresa Lennon
I am so sorry to here of Bonnie’s passing. She was always such a dear neighbor to my parents and she will be greatly missed. I pray that she is at peace and for Mark and the family to have strength at this very difficult time.
Paul and Robin Crossland
Our deepest condolences to your family. We were so saddened to hear of Bonnie’s passing. May she rest in peace.
Jeanette a Lafferty
I just found out last night. So sorry for her family
Maggie Blackwell
I first met Bonnie when Brian and Kevin attended NMP the pre-school they attended; I was their teacher. A lot of the children from Bonnie’s daycare also attended the school so we had a lot of contact. We always enjoyed each others company, Bonnie was funny and real. Later we would see each other at classes we attended and she would give me all the info on the “boys” and their lives. Mark Brian and Kevin, I am so sorry for your loss. I’m so honored Bonnie and I had that time together, she was a bright and shining light 🌈🙏
Holly Galbraith
Mark, Kevin, Brian and family, I am so sorry to hear about Bonnie’s passing. My girls just loved her and still talk about being in her care when they were little. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Holly
Danielle Edwards
I’m so sorry for your loss, Mark. Dannie Galbraith
Kate
Mark, Brian, Kevin, and family,
We are incredibly sorry for your loss. Our hearts and prayers are with you today. Bonnie was a wonderful lady and we were so lucky to get to know her.
The Gierej Family
Karen Pinion
You were the best and will be so missed. I am so sorry to Marnette, Brent & David