of Clinton, AR
September 26, 1937 - March 19, 2015
Elton Gerald Bonds 77, of Clinton, Arkansas, passed from this life on March 19, 2015, after a short battle with colon cancer. He was born in Deering, Missouri on September 26, 1937 but spent most of his childhood in Formosa, Arkansas. He became a Christian early in life and attended services until he was no longer able to attend at the church of Christ at Formosa.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Otus and Nell Bonds, and was their only child.
He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Dana Lou Kirkendoll Bonds and one daughter, Jan Bonds, both of Clinton.
Survivors also include three sister-in-laws: Wanda Patton of Clinton, Patsy Rogers of Van Buren; Doris Williamson and Rick of Hot Springs; and brother-in-law, Carrel B. Kirkendoll and Sharon of Van Buren, as well as a host of nieces and nephews.
Gerald also leaves behind many friends that were like family which he came to know through years of playing music. There will forever be a void in our hearts for his God-given talent of playing the fiddle, one of his dearest passions.
Visitation will be at the Clinton church of Christ on Sunday, March 22, 2015 from 6:00-8:00p.m.
Funeral Services will be at the Clinton church of Christ on Monday, March 23, 2015, at 2:00 p.m. with Brother Bruce Bryant officiating. Burial to follow at Hunter Hill Cemetery with U. S. Army Military Honors.
Pallbearers: Brian Bryant, Darrel Oliger, Chris Allen, Jimmy Nelson, Ester Bass, and Don Nicholson.
Honorary Pallbearers: Hubert Moore, James Story, Bill Mathis, Roy Bryant and Joe Lee.
Funeral Arrangements are under the care and direction of Roller-McNutt Funeral Home of Clinton, Arkansas. Online guest book: www.rollerfuneralhomes.com
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41 Condolence(s)
Norris McCutcheon
Friday, May 1, 2015
I was very sorry to learn of Gerald's passing. One of my greatest memories was sitting at Warren Hensley's house with Gerald, playing tunes and singing, laughing and talking into the evening. Gerald was the best musician of us and as I was a mere freshman at CSVTS, I was in awe of his talent. My deepest sympathy for his family and he will remain in the memories of so many of us always.
Roberta Katz-Messenger
Thursday, March 26, 2015
So sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. Many happy memories of his great musical talent and playing together. I can still hear those sweet sounds never to be forgotten. A very special man.
Condolences to his family.
Roberta
Larry freeze
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Gearld will be greatly missed by all who knew him We Will miss comparing our gardens especially the tomatoes He was a great musician we loved hearing him. Larry and jane
Tammie Williams
Tuesday, March 24, 2015
Sending heartfelt condolences. I remember Gerald as a great song leader at Formosa Church of Christ. He was a great example for many.
Charlie & Laura Grimes
Monday, March 23, 2015
Dana, Jan & Family,
We were so sorry to hear about
the loss of Gerald.
Our prayers are with you all.
May the Lord comfort you all
in your loss.
Harrell and Dorothy Gray
Monday, March 23, 2015
Sorry to hear of your loss. We want to offer our deepest condolences and prayers.
Claudette Pennington
Monday, March 23, 2015
Dana and Jan
So sorry for your lost . Prayers to all .
Jo Beth Shaw, Hazel Burnett
Sunday, March 22, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of Gerald's passing. He was so kind. He would bring his wonderful home-grown tomatoes to my mom, Hazel Burnett. We are praying for your family.
Stephanie Lawrence
Sunday, March 22, 2015
Dana and Jan,
I am so sorry to hear of Gerald's passing... There are no words that I can say to take the pain away you both are feeling. I was setting here tonight thinking of times I came to the Bonds home and could hear him fiddling on the back porch... good times and good memories and life seemed so much more simpler. I can't think of a time that I didn't run into him that he didn't smile or speak. His example will not be forgotten... May God grant you peace and comfort in the days ahead.
Carolyn Bowling
Sunday, March 22, 2015
So sorry to learn of Gerald's passing.
With sincere sympathy and love to Dana & Jan.
Diane Jackson
Sunday, March 22, 2015
I will always remember his smile and love for music. He will be greatly missed by many. May you feel our prayers for comfort, strength and peace during this time and months to come.
Diane and Rodney Jackson
Steve Trawick
Sunday, March 22, 2015
Sorrowed and saddened by news of Gerald's passing. He was a dear friend, fellow musician, and neighbor. I will miss our good times of fellowship and picking. My heartfelt love and prayers oges out for Dana and Jan. May God bless you and keep you through this very difficult time.
Paul & Sandy Williams
Saturday, March 21, 2015
We're so sorry for your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul & Sandy Williams
Randy and Sherry McCaslin
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Dana and Jan, so sorry for your loss. Gerald always had a smile on his face. He will be missed. In our thoughts and prayer.
Jon Birkey
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Sorry to hear of your loss. Gerald was one of the nicest people and a pleasure to play music with. He will be missed greatly.
Martha
Saturday, March 21, 2015
So sorry for your loss....Your family are in my Prayers. Mtn. View will miss him so much...Always enjoyed hearing him play..
Martha Langhammer
Bob and Betty Bradley
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Dana and Jan
When your hearts are empty, filling it with happy memories can help.
Winston& Joanne Hefner
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Winston has played many hours with Gerald. He was a wonderful; friend. Dana and Jan, our love and prayers are with you.We have had a lot of good times together. May God comfort yal and give you peace.
larry huie
Saturday, March 21, 2015
so sorry to lose my good friend . he was my turkey hunting buddy, we had a lot of good times hunting and playing music together. i will miss him and his friendly smile. i will never forget looking out my window as he pulled into our yard, patsy would say ,here comes gerald and hes got his guitar. good times.
Gereta James Semanek
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Jan,
I am sorry to hear about your dad. You are in my prayers.
Thomas Donahoo
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Mrs. Bond and family,
Had the pleasure of meeting Gerald in Mountain View and enjoyed making music with him. He was a great fiddler!! Did not know that he had been sick.
My wife, Peggy & I send our sympathy.
He will be missed......
Thomas (Toad) Donahoo
james bellinger
Saturday, March 21, 2015
Gerald was a great friend, and was a talented fiddle player, I will never forget him,
Terri sees and family
Saturday, March 21, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. If there is ever anything we can do, just call. Gerald will be missed by so many.
Ramona Taplin
Friday, March 20, 2015
Any friend or acquaintance gone is a great loss. Bless you Dana.
Your Friend, Ramona
DONNY AND LISA LINVILLE
Friday, March 20, 2015
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. HE WAS A GOOD MAN WITH A SPECIAL TALENT,HE WILL BE MISSED.PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY.
Alma Wallace
Friday, March 20, 2015
Dear Dana and Jan, I was so sorry to hear about Gerald's passing. It's been years since our families spent a lot of time together, but I have so many happy memories of the good times visiting, cooking or eating out, and wonderful Friday night music sessions in my mother's den that it still seems like yesterday. Gerald's amazing musical talent was a gift from God, enjoyed by so many of his friends and will be greatly missed by all. God bless you both, sending much love and prayers.
Jim & Laudell Massengill
Friday, March 20, 2015
We are so sorry for your loss, his smile and his talent will be missed.
Bonita Worthing
Friday, March 20, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss, Gerald was truly , a great man and a friend, he will be missed by many.
Phillip and Jenny Jones
Friday, March 20, 2015
He will be missed. Great family and friends! Prayers for you all and comfort. God Bless
Phillip and Jenny Jones
Karla Smith Elliott
Friday, March 20, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Gerald. He was a very nice person and the picture is so fitting because every time I saw him he was smiling. Prayer for the family.
Mary McCool
Friday, March 20, 2015
Dana Lou and Jan,
My heart was so saddened to hear of Gearld's passing. He was a wonderful man and truly lived a Christian life. He will be missed by so many. My children and I send our love, thoughts, and prayers to you and the rest of the family. May the Lord give you peace and understanding.
Willie and Mary Archer
Friday, March 20, 2015
Dana and Jan, Sorry for the loss of such a talented man . Prayers for your family.
Mary McCool
Friday, March 20, 2015
Dana Lou and Jan,
My heart was so saddened to hear of Gearld's passing. He was a wonderful man and truly lived a Christian life. He will be missed by so many. My children and I send our love, thoughts, and prayers to you and the rest of the family. May the Lord give you peace and understanding.
With much love, Mary McCool and children.
Sue Bradford Wallace
Friday, March 20, 2015
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Gearld was a nice and thoughtful person. I certainly enjoyed hearing him play music. Partly because he enjoyed playing and was good at it. He will be missed. Clinton has a great loss. God Bless his family.
Agnes Thompson
Friday, March 20, 2015
Gerald, I am so comforted to know that you were a man of God and a family man. I cherish all the times we had playing music and seeing your smile. My prayers go out to Dana and Jan and other family members and I can sleep now knowing that you are with Jesus. Rest In Peace my Friend and Music buddy. You will forever be missed.
Reba Rooney
Friday, March 20, 2015
So sorry to hear sending prayers
dk olmstead (chalk)
Friday, March 20, 2015
I'm so sorry for your loss. I had the privilege of caring for his mom and know they are having a great reunion. I've heard many stories of him and my dad L.C. and enjoyed hearing him play. when I would see him he always reminded me that we share the same birth date. he will be missed
Ruby Hopper
Friday, March 20, 2015
I am sorry for your loss. Gerald was a good man and musician. He will be missed by all who knew him. He is in Heaven and he is singing and playing his violin for the angels.
God bless you all
Sammy and Rita Collums
Friday, March 20, 2015
We will miss our dear friend. He was a great musician. Our prayers are with you.
Sandy Nelson
Friday, March 20, 2015
Gerald you will truly be missed. You were such a wonderfull Christian man , who loved his family , even though I know you are in the hands of Jesus. I will truly miss you , music will never be the same I lost my buddy , I know your playing and singing with the Angels So sing one for me
Love you in Gods way Your friend forever
Sandy And Jimmy
Hulen Baker
Friday, March 20, 2015
Gerald was a good Christian, a good neighbor, and a fine musician., he will be missed by all who knew him.