Born on August 25, 1926, in Knott Hole, Oklahoma, Bonnie resided in Poteau where she raised three children, was a loving wife, and owned Bonnie’s Liquor Store from 1960 until her retirement in 2005.
In a time when it was difficult for women, Bonnie not only ran a successful business, she, inspired family members and others with her caring heart, trail-blazing spirit, and sense of humor.
Bonnie is survived by children Bill Newnam of Poteau and Susan Salmeron of Ypsilanti, MI; 7grandchildren (Shane & Shawn Hughes, Raun Williams, Jason Lee, Kelli Johnson, Mike & Missy Newnam) and 12 great-grandchildren.
In remembrance of Bonnie’s unlimited love, are Tom Payne’s stepdaughter Brenda, her husband Mac McDonald and their daughter Heather Gelvin, of Tulsa.
Bonnie never stopped missing those who passed before her: her husband, Thomas Payne, daughter, Linda Williams, parents, Pearl and Jim Brown and siblings, J.R. Hilton, Sonny Brown, and Inez Knight.
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