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Bonnie Nielsen

Bonnie Nielsen was born July 15, 1943 to Cab and Eveline Brown. She was the oldest of three girls, and attended school in Rainbow and Fallbrook, California. Bonnie graduated from Fallbrook High School in 1960 at age 16.

She was well known for her love of the piano and played in several groups while attending college at Biola University in La Mirada, California. After her study of library science, Bonnie went on to clerk for Safeway and retired after more than 30 years of service.

In 1963, Bonnie married her first husband, Gary Evans, and gave birth to her sons, Lorne and David. In 1973, she met automotive machinist Dennis Nielsen and was married October 12, 1974. Dennis had a son, Edward, and together Bonnie and Dennis raised their three boys. Dennis was the love of Bonnie's life, and the two celebrated 44 years of marriage.

Bonnie and Dennis were actively involved in their faith community at Living Waters church and greatly enjoyed fellowship and serving the community. In addition, Bonnie was known for her love of dogs, particularly rescue dogs.

Bonnie went home to the Lord January 11, 2018 and is survived by her husband, Dennis; sisters Trina Breck, and Elena Brown; sons David and Edward, and grandchildren Alisha, Jacob, and Katherine.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 27, 2018 at 1 p.m. at Living Waters church on Gird Road. All are welcome to come celebrate her life.

 

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