Bonnie Lail, 93, of Morganton, NC, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025 with her son, Steve, by her side.
Born August 8, 1931, she was the daughter of the late Sanford and Brennie Burns.
Bonnie was a member of Mt. Home Baptist Church. She worked in dietary at Broughton Hospital then transferred to the ward. She worked there until her retirement, and then she enjoyed many years of RV camping.
Those left to cherish her memory include her son and caretaker, Steve Lail (Pam); daughters, Brenda Horton and Deborah Lail; grandchildren, Dawn Young (Mark), Tabitha Horton, Michael Lail, and Lindsey Lail; great-grandchildren, Drew and Jake Young; and her beloved bird, Kiki, who has been entrusted to her granddaughter, Lindsey.
In addition to her parents, Bonnie was preceded in death by her husband, Lee Roy Lail; son, William “Dale” Lail; son-in-law, Al Horton; beloved dogs, Gidget and Benji; and her bird, P.J.
The family will receive friends from 1 to 2 p.m., Friday, February 28, 2025 at Sossoman Funeral Home. The funeral will be held at 2 p.m. in the Colonial Chapel of the funeral home with Rev. Rocky Hartman officiating. Burial will follow in St. John Baptist Church Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the staff of Amorem Hospice for taking such wonderful care of Bonnie. “We love each and every one of you.”
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I have many great memories of Bonnie. She made me feel welcome in the Morganton community when I first moved here. When my auto was in for repair suddenly, and I had an out of state guest who needed a ride to the Charlotte airport, Bonnie freely loaned me her nice automobile to drive to the airport so my friend could catch her flight. We enjoyed doing water aerobics together and we would lend each other books all the time. We also shared in our love for bluebirds and other critters, and she gave me flowers and bulbs from her garden. Most of all we shared with each other about our love for Jesus and how good he was to us, praying and reading Scripture as much as we could. I can't wait to see you in Heaven all healed and happy! Prayers for Steve, Brenda and the family.
I send my condolence to Bonnie's family. I am Bonnie's first cousin. Her father and my mother Ethel Burns Williams were siblings. When Bonnie was a teenager in high school, she lived with us for a year to care for us after my mother had surgery. I lost touch with her, but always remembered her. May you find peace. With love, Martha Williams Alexander
Bonnie thank you for your kindness to me and the love and kindness you gave to Junior my dad. Condolences to the family.
So sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Will be keeping you & all family in our prayers.
Bonnie you will be dearly missed. You were a terrific friend to my mother and to me as well, and a lovely person. Heartfelt condolences to Steve and Pam and the rest of your family.