of North Little Rock, AR
October 17, 1924 - May 16, 2015
Bonita Rainwater Lorish, 90, of North Little Rock, died Saturday, May 16th 2015. She was born October 17th, 1924 in Little Rock, AR to Overton & Essey Redmon Rainwater.
She was a member of the 1st Methodist Church in North Little Rock. Graduated Fuller High in 1943.
She was preceded in death by her husband Henry ''Hank'' Lorish and her four brothers Charles, Gordon, Osborne and Bill. Bonita is survived by her niece Patricia Rainwater of N. Carolina, nephew Bill Rainwater and his wife Julie of N. Little Rock, Marilyn Little of Maumelle, and Sandra Bridges of Washington. two grand-nephews, one grand-niece, one great-grandniece and many brothers and sisters in Christ.
Funeral Service will be 2:30 P.M., Wednesday, May 20, 2015 at Roller-Owens Funeral Home Chapel, 5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd., North Little Rock, AR 72116 (501) 791-7400). The family will receive friends from 1:30 P.M. to 2:30 P.M., prior to the service at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Rest Hills Cemetery in North Little Rock.
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16 Condolence(s)
Sandy McDonald
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
I have so many wonderful memories of Bonita and her cousin, Mary (my mother), sitting at the kitchen table talking while drinking coffee. There was always a lot of laughter as I sat quietly listening to every word.
As an adult, I remember the long telephone conversations about our Christian beliefs. One day I called her up about being afraid to stand before the Sunday School class to add to the lesson. She told me to write down Emmanuel "God is with us". And to this day I still do that.
I'm so sorry to have missed the service, I would have loved to meet you and your family that she so loved.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. She will be greatly missed.
Audrey Burtrum-Stanley
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Mrs. Lorish was 'an institution' in our Edgemont Neighborhood. She and Mr. L. were splendid folks, respected, admired and beloved by all. We knew her from the library; from walking her dog; and from when she attended the parties we used to host so long ago. What a pretty, sweet lady!
Everyone took note of her devotion to Mr. L. following his stroke. Mrs. Lorish presented a marvelous, loving caregiver. She was a sterling example of Christian womanhood and my household considers itself - as do all the long time neighbors on Dooley Rd and Skyline Drive - 'as having been blessed' because of her presence. Prayers and Sympathy to all...
Peggy Strode
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
She was such a sweet and beautiful lady. I feel blessed to have known her. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Beverly Adams
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Bonita was such a sweet lady. We worked together at Commercial Warehouse. A special person we will all miss.
Victor Green
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
Remembering Henry and Bonita from many years back when I was the associate pastor at First Methodist Church in North Little Rock. Two wonderful people.
Carolyn and DrJim Robnolt
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
We are so saddened by such a sweet lady's death. Our world is less with her leaving, but heaven is rejoicing. Peace!
Katie Barlow
Tuesday, May 19, 2015
I am truly sorry for your loss of my Friend Bonita. I grew up knowing her as she graduated with my sister. She was such a fun person to be with and I shall miss her. I know without a doubt she is with God she was such a. Inspiration to everyone whom new and loved her.
Marj Hohnbaum
Monday, May 18, 2015
For many years Bonita and I have visited in the hall at church. We never worked on the same committee and weren't in the same Sunday School class. Yet, she always had a ready smile, a sweet word and beautiful twinkling eyes as met. She was a precious blessing to all of us at church we will truly miss her lovely presence.
Marj Hohnbaum
Juanita Rich
Monday, May 18, 2015
Bonita
was great person. I was glad to have her as a friend.
Judi King
Monday, May 18, 2015
I used to work with Bonita at the library years ago.
She was always so nice & sweet, as was her husband Hank. Just a lovely couple.
I am sorry for your loss, but I know she is happily reunited with her loved ones in heaven.
Rev Brenton Higdem
Monday, May 18, 2015
My prayers and good wishes go with the family and for the spirit of Bonita. I remember all to well our conversations that we had regarding her life with her husband "The Preacher". May God Bless and be with you during this time of sorrow and grief, and may we realize that she is in life eternal.
jjohn hoyle
Monday, May 18, 2015
With all my respects to the families of Bonita rainwater Lorish ..John hoyle. Member 1 st United Methodist church of NLR
Pam Jackson
Monday, May 18, 2015
Julie and family. Thank you for letting us know about Bonita. Mama loved her and all of Charles' brothers. She always spoke very highly of Bonita and felt welcome in her home. I know that y'all will miss her but we know she is reunited with her husband, parents and siblings in heaven.
Donna Norton
Monday, May 18, 2015
Julie, Billy & Brooke,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I loved Nene and she was a wonderful woman. She will be truly missed. She loved my Mom and I believe they are together with their husbands singing praises to the Lord. If you need anything please call.
Love Donna & Charlie
Vivian Patterson Bryan
Sunday, May 17, 2015
Billy & Julie,
I'm sorry to hear about Aunt Bonita. I always enjoyed going to visit her with you. She was such a sweet and kind little lady. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
David W. Lee
Sunday, May 17, 2015
A smile everyone knew, a personality everyone remembers, a loving heart everyone will forever embrace in our beloved memories of Aunt Bonita.. We Love you Aunt Bonita..