Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Bonnie Guthrie Obituary
June 6, 2025
Bonnie Lee Guthrie, 87, of Madison Heights, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025, surrounded by love.
Bonnie grew up in the Roanoke area with her mother, father, and brother. She was admitted to the Central VA Training Center at age 18 and remained there until she was 39 years old. Bonnie then went to live with Margaret Saunders in Afton until Ms. Saunders' passing in 2003. It was then, a devoted friend, Ed Saunders and his wife Sarah, stepped in to help facilitate arrangements for Bonnie to be moved to the Meridian House, and ultimately to her forever home.
In February 2008, Bonnie found her final earthly home with the Boyette Family. Marvin, Debbie, and their children, Landon Boyette (Heather), Blake Boyette (Lauren), and Blair McCallman (Taylor), along with six grandchildren and her dog, Shadow, were blessed to love and care for her until Jesus called her home.
Though Bonnie faced life's challenges with special needs, she embraced every day with a heart full of joy, innocence, and wonder that touched everyone she met. Her love for animals was boundless. She has had dogs, cats, chickens, guinea pigs, and rabbits. Bonnie had a gift for making every creature feel safe and loved. Her presence made life brighter for everyone lucky enough to know her.
Though our hearts ache in her absence, we are better for having known her.
A funeral service will be held 2 p.m. Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at Byrum-Parr Funeral Home by Pastor Dwayne Martin with burial to follow in Jonesboro Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
Byrum-Parr Funeral Home
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Bonnie Guthrie
Sponsored by Byrum-Parr Funeral Home, Inc..
1 Entry
Byrum-Parr Funeral Home, Inc.
June 19, 2025
You can view Bonnie's Tribute DVD here: https://www.tributeslides.com/tributes/show/SQ7DSGF6D47GJ5GY
Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results
Make a Donation
in Bonnie Guthrie's name
Memorial Events
for Bonnie Guthrie
Funeral services provided by:
Byrum-Parr Funeral Home, Inc.7661 Patrick Henry Highway, Roseland, VA 22967
How to support Bonnie's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Bonnie Guthrie's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
