In Loving Memory of Bonnie Ray Bridge: 1937-2026

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Bonnie Ray Kyte Bridge, age 88, passed away peacefully on April 5, 2026, in Sun City, Arizona.

Bonnie was born on May 5, 1937, in Santaquin, Utah, to Max and Edna Kyte.

At the age of 19, Bonnie married Earl Bridge, and together they shared many years of marriage. Bonnie enjoyed a long and successful career with Pacific Northwest Bell, where she worked from 1970 until her retirement in 1995.

Following retirement, Bonnie and Earl moved to Battle Ground, Washington, in 1998. In 2016, she relocated to Pendleton, Oregon, to be closer to her daughter and son-in-law, Michell and Tom. In 2022, Bonnie moved to Sun City, Arizona, where she lived with her youngest daughter, Tammy, and son-in-law, Jimmy. Tammy lovingly cared for Bonnie throughout her final years, providing comfort, companionship, and unwavering devotion.

Bonnie is survived by her children: daughters Tronni Wood, Michell (Tom) Wellington, and Tammy (Jimmy) Gilford; and sons Cameron (Kwan) Bridge and Rodney Bridge. She is also survived by her sister, Eyvon Borrowman; seven grandchildren; six great-grandchildren; and two great-great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Earl Bridge; her sister, Maxine Berhmann; and her mother, Edna Overman.

Graveside Service

A graveside service celebrating Bonnie's life will be held on Saturday, August 1, at 11:00 a.m. at Sacred Heart Cemetery in Battle Ground, Washington. A reception will follow.