Bonnie Sue (Walker) Dyer died peacefully in her home in Sikeston, MO on September 9, 2017 at the age of 82.
Bonnie was survived by her husband, Jerry Dyer of the home; Patricia Gail (Bobby) Coon of Charleston; Rick Dyer of Sikeston; Leslie (Kevin) Blaine of Rutledge, MO; and brother, Herb (Sheri) Walker of Valley View, Texas. She is also survived by her grandchildren Alecia (Ralf) Welvers of Chicago, IL; Crystal (Josh) Evans of Knoxville, TN; Lindsey (Brad) Walworth of St. Louis; and Jeri Molloy of Dallas, TX. Also surviving are 5 great-grandchildren, Andrew and Evan Welvers, Isla and Oliver Evans and Ember Walworth.
Her parents, Marvin and Louise Walker, sisters, Linda Link, Pat Masur and Norma Porter preceded her in death.
Bonnie was born Feb. 25, 1935 in Sikeston.
She lived in East St. Louis until her high school years, then moved to Sikeston where she lived with her Aunt Mary and Uncle Herb Walton.
Bonnie graduated from Sikeston High School in 1954. While attending high school, she was a twirler and Cayenne for the Red Peppers organization.
She married Gerald F. "Jerry" Dyer on March 20, 1954.
They enjoyed going to Lake Wappapello every weekend for fishing and relaxation with friends and family. Bonnie was the acting CFO of Dyer Heating and Cooling since its inception.
She was a lifetime member of Girl Scouts and dedicated many years to being a scout leader. She received the highest honor bestowed upon an adult Girl Scout, the "Thanks Badge".
Bonnie also organized Day Camps and was the unit leader at the annual Roundup at Sweetwater Farms for many years. She served on the board of directors for Camp Latonka and with the help of Jerry prepared the camp for summer sessions.
Bonnie served on the Sikeston Park Board and in 2011 was selected for the Park Honors Board, being only the second woman selected at that time.
A Celebration of Life will be held at the Clinton Building 501 Campanella Drive from 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017.
Online condolences may be shared with the family at blanchardfuneral.com.
Memorial contributions may be made in her honor to Legacy Hospice at 601 S. Main Sikeston, MO 63801 or a charity of your choice.
