of Little Rock, AR
June 1, 1935 - December 10, 2020
Bonnie Jean Mulligan Pahls, 85, of Little Rock died on Thursday, December 10, 2020. Bonnie was born in Minneapolis, MN, to Fred Mulligan and Anne Elton Mulligan Jones on June 1, 1935 and was raised in Ogden, UT. Upon high school graduation, she joined the U.S. Navy and served during the Korean War. While Stationed in San Diego, CA, she met her husband, Ray Pahls of Covington, KY, and the two eventually settled in Little Rock, raised a family where she graduated from the Baptist School of Nursing. She worked for years in the intensive care units at Baptist Memorial Hospital, Baptist Health Medical Center, and St. Vincent Infirmary until retirement.
Bonnie was well-known for her love of family, friends, conversation, and her fun-loving spirit. An avid golfer, she was a member at the former golf courses Western Hills and Whispering Pines and competed in various golf tournaments in Little Rock over the years. If weather permitted, she was out playing all year round.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Ray Pahls; daughters, Anna and Connie Sue Pahls and brother, Michael Jones. She is survived by two sons, Dr. Wendell Pahls (wife Cheryl), and Tony Pahls (wife Kathy); grandchildren, Dr. Grant Pahls (wife Dr. Rachel Pollitzer Pahls), Dr. Taylor Pahls, Samantha Pahls, Abigail Pahls, all of Little Rock, Madalyn Pahls Robinson (husband Cody Robinson) of Covington, LA, and sister, Maryanne Decaria (husband Phil) of Ogden, UT. She also leaves behind three great-grandchildren and a host of nieces and nephews.
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A private family graveside service will be held on Monday, December 14, 2020 at Riverwood Memorial Gardens in Maumelle. Memorials may be made to Little Rock Catholic High School for Boys or Mount St. Mary Academy in Little Rock, AR. Services by Roller-Chenal Funeral Home.
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24 Condolence(s)
Jeff Smith
Thursday, December 17, 2020
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Don Campbell
Thursday, December 17, 2020
Wendel, my condolences to you and your entire family. Prayers for healing for all of you.
Les and Jeanette Ablondi
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
So sorry , sending our prayers and sincere sympathy to the family.
JoAnne R Jones
Tuesday, December 15, 2020
Sending all my love to your whole family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I have fond memories of spending time with Bonnie and Ray . May the memories of your mom be a blessing to youâ¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Sharon Woodward
Monday, December 14, 2020
Wendell, Cheryl and the entire Pahls family, Sending our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Much love from Springfield,
Jeff, Sharon & Matthew Woodward
Thinking of you sweet friends!
John and Jean Schweers
Monday, December 14, 2020
Bonnie was an amazing woman, one whose laughter and exuberant spirit always made me feel welcomed. Jean and I are thinking of you and including you all in our prayers.
Bryan Benton
Monday, December 14, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Kelly Jones
Sunday, December 13, 2020
So sorry to hear about Aunt Bonnie, we send our love and prayers to everyone.
Richard Blair
Sunday, December 13, 2020
Doc I’m so sorry to hear of your Moms passing I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers.
Preston Frey and Bambi
Sunday, December 13, 2020
So sorry for this loss of your dear mother. May you have peace that exceeds all understanding.
Kristy Wilson
Sunday, December 13, 2020
So sorry for the families loss. Sending prayers of peace and comfort. I always thought highly of Bonnie and her strong willed sprit.
Margot Vogel
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Thinking of you Wendell. So sorry for your loss. Margot Vogel
Sandy Pryor
Saturday, December 12, 2020
All my thoughts and prayers for you and your family Wendell . So sorry for your loss.
Iris Anderson and Stephen Anderson
Saturday, December 12, 2020
So sorry for the loss of your mother, Wendell. Prayers for your family.
Lisa and Pat Hum
Saturday, December 12, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
AngieDarla "JC" Singleton
Saturday, December 12, 2020
RIP Aunt Bonnie. I will always remember your laugh and smart-ass side comments. You were one of my heros. I will miss you!
Marsha Byers
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Wendell, Cheryl and the Pahls family,
My heart is saddened for your loss.
I am thinking of you all today and on Monday. â¤ï¸
Bill and Wendy Roberts
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Wendell and Cheryl, We are so sorry for the loss of your Mother and Mother-in-Law. Our thoughts are with you as you go through this trying time. Bill and Wendy
Linda Elton Ebel
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Prayers to family and deepest sympathy. I am daughter of Orvin Elton, Ann's brother. Bonnie and I communicated on a regular basis when we were younger.
Jerrys Barakat
Saturday, December 12, 2020
With our love, prayers, thoughts and deepest condolences to all the Pahls family and loved ones. Rest in peace.
Kim Holliday
Saturday, December 12, 2020
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I will offer my Mass for Bonnie tonight.
Kim Clemons
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Wendell,
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss of your mother. Please know that I am praying for y’all.
Kim
Sha and Joanne Williamson
Saturday, December 12, 2020
So very sorry for your loss. I bet she was a fun lady! Prayers for you and the family.
Bettye Francis
Saturday, December 12, 2020
Rest In Peace, Bonnie! We had lots of fun playing golf at Western Hills! Those were fun days!