Bonita (Bonnie) Louise Roberts was born to Clarence and Leola King on May 1, 1943, in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The second of nine children, Bonnie treasured her large family and the time they spent together. No matter where in the country a family gathering was held, she never wanted to miss an opportunity to be there. Distance was never much of an obstacle when family was involved. She especially loved a good game of Scrabble and never turned down an invitation to play. Fittingly, her final game was with her great-grandson, Ezekiel, passing along a cherished family tradition to the fourth generation.

Bonnie graduated from Bob Jones University and later Central Michigan University, earning degrees in elementary education. Throughout her career, she taught in Christian schools in Michigan, Virginia, and Florida, primarily working with students in third through fifth grades. She also earned a certification to teach children with special needs. Her passion for education extended far beyond the classroom.

Beyond her work as an educator, Bonnie faithfully served alongside her husband as a pastor’s wife. She organized and led countless Vacation Bible Schools, taught Sunday School, hosted ladies’ luncheons, and poured her heart into the lives of those around her. Her faith was not simply something she professed; it was something she lived each day through her love, kindness, and service to others.

Bonnie is survived by her loving husband, Donald Roberts; her children, Alethea Parker (David Campbell), Wayne Roberts (Nike Whittemore), and Rebekah Esch (Thomas); her grandchildren, Jonathan Roberts (Natalie), Jeffrey Sterlachini (Jay), Alexandra Roberts, Stacie Marie Parker, Nicholas Parker, and Abigail Esch; and her great-grandchildren, Ezekiel, Declan, and Remington Roberts, along with Kane and Zeus Sterlachini.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her sister, Frances Dew, her brother, Clarence (Carly) King, and her son-in-law, Stacy Parker.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in Bonnie's name to Leisure Lakes Baptist Church, Lake Placid, FL.