John Edward Bonvillain

John Edward Bonvillain, loving father, grandfather, brother and friend to all, passed away on June 27, 2020, at the age of 69. Little Johnny or T-John as he was known, ran West Bank fixture Bonvillain’s Music for more than 30 years, passing musical advice to many generations across the area. Following in his father’s footsteps, John started playing music around the city at 14 years old, playing the bass guitar with many local musicians throughout the years, including Russ Russell & The Rustlers, Kim Carson and Rebel Heart, The Johnny Rivers Show, and many, many more. John also proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps. Everyone who met Johnny remembers him for his “Rodney Dangerfield” personality. He was always ready with a joke or story (true or false??!), he was kind and made friends everywhere he went. His close friends will miss the impromptu jam sessions at the store and Friday breakfast at Common Grounds among many other adventures. He was always at the beck and call of his grandchildren and never hesitated to drop everything to spend time with them. John is preceded in death by his mother and father, Winona and John Peter Bonvillain. He is survived by his daughters, Karen (Jamie), Alessa (Hector), stepson Ryan (Christine); grandchildren Ashleigh, Earl (Suzanne) and Logan; sisters Donna (Tom) and Laura (George); his girlfriend Jane; and his many nieces, nephews, great aunts and cousins. “Dad, don’t ever forget how much we love you.”

“Th-th-th-that’s all folks!”

A celebration of John’s life will be announced later in the year. Donations in John’s name can be made to the American Heart Association ( www.heart.org ) or the American Diabetes Association ( www.diabetes.org ). Mothe Funeral Home is assisting the family during this difficult time. Family and friends are encouraged to share their condolences, stories and memories by visiting www.mothefunerals.com .