Bonny L. Pruitt
March 8, 1954 - November 6, 2024
Bonny L. Pruitt, age 70, of Newark, DE, passed away on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, surrounded by her family.
Born in St. John, New Brunswick, Canada, Bonny was the third of four children to the late Colin and Doris Doyle. Moving to the United States as a young child, she quickly made friends once the family made Delaware their permanent home in 1969.
Bonny worked for the State of Delaware for over 40 years as a school bus driver for the Christina School District. She enjoyed her tenure and having the opportunity to drive many school children including the Delaware School for the Deaf and children with special needs. Bonny retired five years ago and enjoyed spending time with her family and her latest fur baby, Lillie.
Bonny was preceded in death by her parents, Colin and Doris Doyle; and siblings, Gary Doyle and Sharon Doyle. She is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Robert “Tony” Pruitt; sister, Kimberley Rebarchak (Glen); daughter, Crystal Clough (Bill); son, James Colmery (Kelly); cherished and only grandchild, Bryan Colmery; nieces, Kelsey Sill and Klarissa Rebarchak; and great-niece, Sophia Murphy.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 10 am until 11 am on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 1000 North DuPont Parkway, New Castle, DE, where a funeral service will begin at 11 am. Interment will follow in Gracelawn Memorial Park, 2220 North DuPont Highway, New Castle, DE.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Bonny’s memory to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105 or online by clicking here.
Tina Fleetwood
Crystal, so sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Please know that we’re all thinking of you.
Dawn Pratt
Crystal,
I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mother. Having gone through this very experience just recently, I know the pain and sorrow that you are feeling right now. My heart goes out to you and I hope that you can find some peace and comfort as you begin to move forward. Please know that your BAC family is there to support you in any way that we can.
Thinking of you,
Dawn P.
Nicole Powell
Dear Crystal and Family,
My deepest, heartfelt condolences are sent with hugs and prayers on the passing of your Mom. It’s a loss like none other. There’s no doubt in mind you’ve made her very very proud 🙏🏻🫂💔🙏🏻
BILL ANTHES
i am so very sorry for your loss,…..may the Lord send his angels to heal hearts
Rosemarie Rossillo
Crystal, I am so very sorry for the loss of your mom. I know how bad it hurts. If you ever need to talk I am here for you. If there is anything I can do for you or the family, please let me know. Love, Rosemarie
Steve Stephenson
So very sorry to hear of the loss of Bonnie. She was a fantastic lady and I’m sure she will be missed dearly by those who knew her best. Prayers and condolences to the family and those left behind.
Denise Cowan
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Chuck and I worked with Bonny at Christina School District. I even was a sub attendant on her downstate runs a time or two, had a lot of pleasant talks. Bonny will be missed by us.
Lisa (Pyle) Reed
Crystal and family I am sorry to hear the passing of Bonnie
My thoughts and prayers go to all of you at this difficult time
I went through this when my mom passed 3 years ago
Tony Lazzaro
I’m so sorry Crystal.