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301 E McLoughlin Blvd. Suite E
Vancouver, Washington
BONNIE "ALEX" JEAN (TYRELL) ALEXANDER
February 13, 1940 ~ March 3, 2013
Bonnie "Alex" Jean Alexander passed away peacefully with her son by her side on March 3, 2013 at Shalako East Quality Care after a long battle with cancer. Bonnie was born in Woodland, California on February 13, 1940 to Melvin and Elsie Tyrell. She moved to Clark County with her two sons in 1965. She worked 35 years as a LPN, first for Memorial Hospital and later at SW WA Hospital.
She enjoyed mowing her yard, gardening, soap operas and cooking.
Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; and son, Michael Alexander. Bonnie is survived by her son, Bob (Kym); grandchildren, Stacey, Jared, Kelly; and two great-grandchildren, Trenton and Bristol; and many dear friends, especially Midge Muizers of Moses Lake, WA.
There will be no services, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to:
Melanoma Research Foundation or Salvation Army
http://www.melanoma.org https://donate.salvationarmyusa.org
Please sign Bonnie's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
I met Bonnie when she was in the facility I worked in Manorcare. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed. My prays go out to the family and her son. God Bless you all.
Liz Goodwin
March 21, 2013
Dear Alex's family, I truly loved Alex.First met at the bunco parties, and we became church friends and enjoyed our southern gospel concerts at Prarie church. Such a dear person. So sorry I didn't see her for awhile. Regrets! May God keep His arms around you with His healing love.
Sincerely,
Mary Sue Kelley
Mary Sue Kelley
March 16, 2013
Dear Bob and Family,
I will always remember my friend Alex. All our working years together and the many times we got together outside of work . She was always fun to be with and was such a lovely person . She was a secret "Santa " to me and my children for many years. What a giving heart . Bye my friend. I will see you again in Heaven.
Love and prayers, Mary dye
March 13, 2013
I really enjoyed working with Bonnie on 2-South, she had such a good sense of humor and a strong faith. My thoughts are prayers are with all her friends and family to hold dear the lovely memories you share of the special gal she was to all.
Nella Smith
March 12, 2013
Bob and family ,Our thoughts are with you in this time of loss.Alan and Joanne Chase
March 12, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
March 12, 2013
Dear Bob and family,
I so sorry for the loss of your Mother. She was a great nurse, coworker, and friend. I'm sorry I didn't get to visit her during her illness.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
With Love,
Millie Thomas
March 10, 2013
Good bye for now wonderful friend, Alex. You were one of the most unselfish, giving, optimistic people I've ever known. Thank you so much for just being YOU. I've added another hummer feeder in your honor. I always think of you when I see them, as you so enjoyed them.
I hope to see you one of these days ! Linda Messner Tague, Vancouver, Wa
March 10, 2013
bonnie you fought the good fight now it is time to rest in the fathers arms my thoughts and prayers to the family
Judy Thacker
March 10, 2013
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