of Conway, AR
January 28, 1958 - February 15, 2023
Bonnie Claflin Rhoades Clark, 65, passed away February 15, 2023 surrounded by the love of her family after a heroic battle with cancer.
She was preceded in death by her father, Fred Claflin and her brother, Ralph.
Loving survivors include her mother, Doris Claflin; her husband, James Clark; her children, Melinee Newman and her husband, Brett, Amber Kaylor and her husband, Dave, Adam Rhoades and his wife, Jessica, Katelyn Jones and her husband, Jonah, Brooklyn Cadena and her wife, Kendra, Christian Clark and Devon Clark; six siblings, Kenneth, Stephen, Joe, Tim, Dawn and Trina; 15 grandchildren, Brady, Zali, Briana, Anthony, Eliott, Ophelia, Keegan, Zakary, Jaxon, Jayden, Keelei, Harper, Mettie, Houston and Jasper; two great-granddaughters, Ellie and Alaia, along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
This list of names may seem long, but it doesn't even begin to cover the people whose lives she touched with her generous spirit and her endlessly positive outlook. Bonnie could always be counted on whether you needed a kind word, a bed to sleep in or someone to put together your dream wedding on a week's notice and a shoestring budget. She lit up any room she was in, from her flowing, sparkling fashion sense, to her chunky and original handmade jewelry, to the way she left a light sent of patchouli wherever she'd been. She was a bright spot in the lives of everyone she knew and the world is just a little bit dimmer without her in it.
Bonnie donated to St. Jude and Arkansas Children's Hospital faithfully for years. The family has requested in lieu of flowers, a donation to either be made in her honor.
A rosary/visitation will be held at 10:00am Friday, February 24, 2023 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Conway, with a Mass of Christian Burial following at 11:00am, celebrated by Fr. Jeff Hebert. Entombment will follow in the columbarium at Oak Grove Cemetery in Conway.
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28 Condolence(s)
Janet Cochran
Friday, June 23, 2023
What a beautiful, inspiring' creative and loving soul Bonnie is. Truly, we were all blessed to have shared in her light. Sweet rest Bonnie...I hope you and my husband are catching up. He held a special place for your kind soul in his heart, as do I. So much love to a precious family missing a very special love.
Fr. Warren Harvey
Monday, March 6, 2023
My dear friends,
I just found out about Bonnie's passing. I'm so sorry to that I didn't know or I would have been there to support all of you.
Know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I will say Mass today at St. Vincent Infirmary for her.
My love to you all.
Father Warren Harvey
Tim Reed
Friday, February 24, 2023
Such a sweet and caring person. Heaven has gotten a beautiful soul.
Mary Ann Rains
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Bonnie's beautiful light continues to shine because of the joy she brought to all who knew her. Dear family, your loss is heaven's gain. Praying for God to hold you and bring you peace. Sending much love, Mary Ann
Ronnie Brewer
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
So very so sorry to hear of this. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rick Barnard
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
We will always cherish the memories my family and I had knowing Bonnie.
Rest in peace, beautiful soul.
Becky Daugherty Kersten
Monday, February 20, 2023
Bonnie was such a strong and beautiful woman. She seemed to always have a smile and joyful spirit. My prayers are with her family as you move forward without her. She in the light and glory of God
Angela Andrews Dollarhide
Monday, February 20, 2023
So sorry for your loss. So many memories from my childhood.
Such a beautiful soul gone too soon.
Love to her wonderful kids and family.
Effie kuster
Monday, February 20, 2023
Unfortunately I only had the pleasure of being in Bonnie's presents a handful of times, but the moment I met her I instantly knew she was a great person with a loving, caring heart! Beautiful inside and out!!!! That type of person is very hard to come by these days, it's aggravating that she isn't here to spread her personality and love to the world! I'll never forget who she was. My deepest sympathy goes out to Jim and her family!
Darlene Goff
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Oh Bonnie. I loved it when we worked together at Nabholz. You are such a loving person to have known. You will be missed by many who knew you. My prayers are with Jimmie and the whole family to get through this.
Mary Ellen Kordsmeier
Sunday, February 19, 2023
So very sorry for your loss. She was a beautiful lady and was loved by many. My thoughts and prayers go out to all who loved her.
Gene a bauer
Sunday, February 19, 2023
So sorry to find out about her passing stay strong Jim think about you Two quite often
Larry and Teresa Hitchcock
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Bonnie made the world a better place, her smile could light up the sky. To her children, she was an amazing mother who would give you the world if it were possible. To Ms Doris and family, what a tremendous empty spot at the table. All my prayers to y'all. To her husband, Jimmie, I don't have words to say. The last year you've given your life to her, 24/7. The gratitude her friends and family feel for you cannot be said in a few words. Thank you Jimmie. She was loved by many. God bless you all.
Janet Steele
Sunday, February 19, 2023
God Bless you all in your loss of Your sweet Bonnie , Her sweet spirit ,smile and joyful attitude will always stay in my heart.
May your memories of her bring you all comfort and peace….Rest easy In God's glory and light,my frlend!
Charlotte Troutman
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Bonnie had such a sweet spirit. Prayers to her family.
Carol Dison
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Our heart breaks for your family. We are so sorry for your loss. May you remember the good times and laugh and enjoy each fun memory. May the Lord give you peace during this hard time.
Lee and Carol Dison
Joshua Farmer
Sunday, February 19, 2023
Bonnie was such a delight and gracious person each time I spoke to her. She will be deeply missed. Aunt Doris, you and the rest of the family are in my prayers, much love to you all.
Jason,. Candace Allen
Saturday, February 18, 2023
Bonnie we will always love and miss you. You forever changed our family from the time my brother Jim met you. You was family from long before marriage and our hearts and lives have been blessed beyond measure just for knowing you. Prayers for peace and comfort for all who knew you. We pray we will all see you again in Heaven.
Gwen Logan
Saturday, February 18, 2023
Bonnie was a Candle against the Darkness! So fun and upbeat. God Bless all of You! Andy's Mom, Gwen
Paulette Bryant
Saturday, February 18, 2023
I worked with Bonnie at FMC.
Sending prayers, love and hugs to the family.
♥️
Amy Andrews Ball
Saturday, February 18, 2023
So sorry to hear of Bonnie's passing. I remember her from my childhood and she was always a sweet soul! Much love and prayers to the family!
Rick Sidebottom
Saturday, February 18, 2023
God bless and keep the family safe. I always enjoyed getting to talk with Bonnie. There was always a good time around the Claflin family.
Carol Vandament
Saturday, February 18, 2023
So sorry for the loss of Bonnie she fought a good fight. Peace to her and comfort to all of you.
Karen Swaffar Cannon
Saturday, February 18, 2023
Bonnie, you have touched so many lives, and was, and are loved my many! Your loving, kind, and happy spirit, always stood out, and you always lit up the room. Ty for bringing all us girls back together. You will always be loved by us all. RIP you sweet angel!
Marisa Nabholz
Saturday, February 18, 2023
Bonnie was a champion and beautiful soul!
Condolences to her Mother and family and to you ,Jimmy, for your countless acts of love.
After being with Bonnie, I always left with a joyful heart and she will be remembered as the Angel she always was.
Her precious presence is deeply missed! ♥️🤲
Karla Beene
Saturday, February 18, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers for the family.
Love, Karla & Rickey Beene
Janet Steele
Saturday, February 18, 2023
God Bless you all in your loss of Your sweet Bonnie , Her sweet spirit ,smile and joyful attitude will always stay in my heart.
May your memories of her bring you all comfort and peace….Rest easy In God's glory and light,my frlend!
Marilyn Moix
Saturday, February 18, 2023
Such a kind and loving lady. Heaven truly gained an angel. We are all better for having known Bonnie!
Love and prayers to all, Marilyn