Bonnie L Stewart

Bonnie L. Stewart, age 89, of New London, MO passed away at 3:18 pm, Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at her home.

A Memorial Service will be held with visitation on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm at the Grand View Funeral Home.

Bonnie was born on January 16, 1936, in Hannibal, MO, to Herbert and Eva (Ware) Stewart, they preceed her in death.

She is survived by Two Sons, Michial A Bacon of New London, MO, Marc Bacon (Donna) of Royse City, TX; Daughter, Amy Bacon Bush (Mike Cernea) of New London, MO; Two Granddaughters, Cassandra Boyd (Ken) of Manchester, TN, Jessica Aggers (Karl) of New London, MO; Two Grandsons, Stewart Bush (Sarah) of New London, MO, and Tyler Bush (Shayna Corbin) of St. Charles, MO.

Bonnie graduated from University of Missouri, Columbia with a Bachelor's in Education.

Professionally, Bonnie had many jobs she excelled at; being a teacher, working with the Conservation Department, and at Mark Twain Cave, but it was as an artist that her hearts passion was truly fulfilled.

Bonnie was a very social person who had a friend in everyone she met. She was a free spirit and could be found helping anyone who had a need. She loved gardening, birds, flowers, and being outdoors. Bonnie had a deep fondness also for archeology and collecting rocks, which made her an expert during her time at Mark Twain Cave. Her flair for art was found in her projects that included pottery and stained glass. Everyone that knew Bonnie loved her, and her passing will leave a void not soon filled.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Hannibal Arts Council in care of Grand View Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be made to the family and her video tribute viewed on Bonnie's memorial page at www.grandviewfuneral.com.