Bonnie Jean Donaho
Bonnie Jean Donaho, 79, of Winnie died Friday, January 26, 2024. She was born on May 5, 1944, in Beaumont, to Thelma Irene and John Fred Gaulding.
Survivors include her loving husband of 55 years, John Donaho; sister, Patti Fitzgerald of Winnie; brother, John Gaulding of Winnie; daughter, Stacey Smith of Orange; son, Sean Donaho and his wife, Robyn, of China Spring; granddaughter, Sydney Smith of Orange; grandsons, Cameron Smith, of San Marcos, Blake and Ross Donaho, of China Spring; sister-in-law, Vickey Gaulding of Winnie; brother-in-law, Steve Fitzgerald; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
She is preceded in death by her parents.
A gathering of Mrs. Donaho’s family and friends will begin at 2:00p.m., with her memorial service to begin at 3:00p.m., Sunday, January 28, 2024, at Broussard’s, 134 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie. Her committal will be handled through Broussard’s Crematorium.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Grace Methodist Church, Attn: Shut In Meals Program, P.O. Box 1509, Winnie, Texas, 77665 or to the Hamshire Fannett Education Foundation, Attn: Bonnie Donaho Scholarship, P.O. Box 44, Hamshire, Texas 77622.
Video
Gathering of Family and Friends
Broussard’s Mortuary Winnie
- 134, Buccaneer Drive, Winnie, Texas, 77665,
- January 28, 2024
- 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Memorial Service
Broussard’s Mortuary Winnie
- 134, Buccaneer Drive, Winnie, Texas, 77665,
- January 28, 2024
- 3:00 pm
Committal
Broussard’s Crematorium
- 5150, Stivers Dr, Beaumont, TX, 77705,
Coach Donaho, I just learned of your sweet wife’s passing. God bless and comfort you.
In Christ Jesus. Dave Gilchriest
Coach Donaho, so sorry about the passing of your lovely wife.
May God grant you the peace that passeth all understanding.
Coach, sorry to just read about your loss.
Thoughts and condolences are with you.
Becky & Rodney Ames
Heartfelt condolences. Thoughts & Prayers. I have treasured memories working with Mrs. Bonnie in the library. She surprised me with a sand dollar charm in 1985 and I think of her each time I wear. Thankful for sweet memories. Prayers for peace Mr. Donaho, Sean, Stacey, and Family and Friends. God bless and comfort you.
So sorry to hear about Bonnie’s passing. She was a true lady. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
John,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Coach Donaho, I happened to see this thru FB and want to tell you how sorry we are to hear of your loss. You and Bonnie and your children were such a great family. We send our love ❤️ Ann Katherine and Jim Caskey
Coach, I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Such a sweet lady.
I know she will be missed.
Coach, I am so sorry to hear about Bonnie. Please know that will have you and your family in my prayers for peace & comfort at this difficult time 🙏
John, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. You and I were great friends at Lamar, and although I did not know Bonnie she sounds like the type of person you would have chosen to share your life.
To Stacy and the Donaho and Gaulding families:
I was surprised to see this obituary today (Monday) as I had been out of town over the weekend. Please know I am expressing my condolences in spirit and I’ll be praying for all of you.
We heard of your loss of Bonnie late Yesterday. I am so sorry for your loss, she was quite a Lady and we will miss her greatly.
With Love to You and other Family members. Prayers to you all.
Ruassell and Bernice
Patti we are so sorry, just heard. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family
So sorry for your loss Coach. May God Bless You and your Family.
Ken Blevins class of ’67
Sorry for your loss! I saw and talked to Bonnie not long ago, having our nails done! She will be missed!
My prayers go out to all of the Donaho family. May GOD grant her an eternal life as a member of the family of GOD in Heaven.
Coach Donaho, my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Hold her memories close and she will always be with you.
Wally Mathews, FP class of 72
Patti, so sorry about Bonnie sisters are special people. Prayers for for God’s love and peace.
Bonnie was one of my most favorite people to have worked with in my career. She started me out on the right path to do things right the first time. Every time I see a Maxine cartoon, I think of Bonnie and how she loved them.
John Milton
I was so saddened to hear about Bonnie. I wish I could be there with you today. I’m thinking about you and your family. Prayers.
Lorita
Jamie and I send our condolences to all the Gaulding family in the loss of dear Bonnie . Sending our love and prayers .
Such beautiful pictures in the video. I’m so sorry for your loss. Thinking about you all.
Kelly
John and his family were lifelong friends of my family. What a wonderful family
Coach I pray our lord holds your hand and brings peace and tranquility to your family
In this time
Sorry to hear of Mrs. Donaho’s passing – she was always a joy to work with her at the high school. She was a “go and get it done” person and you could depend on her to have projects completed. Bonnie was also friendly and had a sense of humor. She was a great help to the HF school and others around her. Heaven has gained another sweet soul.
So sorry for your loss.
My Sincere Condolences to the family. May she Rest in Peace. God Bless you all 🙏✝️🙏
Such a beautiful Lady! Thanks to how ever posted this for those of us who could not be there.
I am so thankful that her and Coach got to make it to our 1967 Class Reunion. She will be missed.
Bonnie, my 1st cousin, was a great leader and friend.
One day a cow was in the canal and could not get
get out. Bonnie got on my old horse and went into
the canal and drove the cow out. My dad and I were
amazed.
I am so very sorry for your loss. I remember Bonnie as a kind lady with a sweet smile. Praying for all of your family for comfort and peace.
What a dear friend over the years. Bonnie was so generous and introduced me to Southeast Texas ways when we moved here. I’m broken hearted and will miss my dear friend. Rest in peace. We’ll take good care of John!!!
Sending lots of love & prayers to all. Such a beautiful lady that all will dearly miss.
Love you Coach,
Sharon & Johnny Passmore