Yvonne “Bonnie” Seely

YVONNE "BONNIE" SEELY

Yvonne (Bonnie) Bergeron Seely, 81, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 12, 2009. Bonnie was born and raised in Berkeley.

In 1950, Bonnie married Willis Seely, who passed away in 2004. She is survived by her sons, Peter and Bruce (Kristen) Seely, brother Lynn (Linda) Bergeron and sister Jean Hittell.

Bonnie's brother, Joe Bergeron predeceased her.

She was a member of the Women's Board of the Oakland Art Museum and an enthusiastic volunteer for the Museum's White Elephant Sale for over 45 years.

Bonnie, a life-enhancer of the first order, will always be remembered for her warmth, grace, and extraordinary sense of humor.

Services pending.

Donations may be made in Bonnie's name to Meals on Wheels, 1300 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.

Published in the San Francisco Chronicle (CA) - September 3, 2009

Yvonne "Bonnie" Seeley Pretty in Pink Resident of Rossmoor Yvonne (Bonnie) Bergeron Seely, 81, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 12, 2009. Bonnie was born and raised in Berkeley. In 1950, Bonnie married Willis Seely, who passed away in 2004. She is survived by her sons, Peter and Bruce (Kristen) Seely, brother Lynn (Linda) Bergeron and sister Jean Hittell. Bonnie's brother, Joe Bergeron predeceased her. She was a member of the Women's Board of the Oakland Art Museum and an enthusiastic volunteer for the Museum's White Elephant Sale for over 45 years. A celebration of Bonnie's life will be held on Monday September 21, at 1pm at Rossmoor's Fireside Room, 1001 Golden Rain Road, Walnut Creek. Bonnie, a life-enhancer of the first order, will always be remembered for her warmth, grace, and extraordinary sense of humor. Donations may be made in Bonnie's name to Meals on Wheels, 1300 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. Hull's Walnut Creek Chapel (925) 934-5400

Published in Contra Costa Times on September 3, 2009