FORT EDWARD – Bonnie J. (Broderick) Stockwell, 57, of Fort Edward, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2013, at the Glens Falls Hospital, following a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on November 18, 1955, in Rhinebeck, NY, she was the daughter of Mary (Masterson) Broderick of Hudson Falls and the late Joseph Henry Broderick.
Bonnie was a 1973 graduate of Hudson Falls Senior High School.
On May 28, 2005, she married Dennis Stockwell in Glens Falls.
She worked in the bindery department at the Post Star for many years.
Bonnie was a member of the Gospel Lighthouse Assemblies of God Church in Hudson Falls where she enjoyed singing. She liked photography and most of all spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband of 8 years, Dennis Stockwell of Fort Edward; her mother, Mary (Masterson) Broderick of Hudson Falls; her sons, Justin Broderick of Missoula, Montana and Benjamin Broderick of Fort Edward; two step-daughters Denise Stockwell of Fort Edward and Patty Cook and her husband Rob of Hudson Falls; three step-grandchildren, Kayla, Christopher and Cody Miranda; her brothers, Mike Broderick of Atlanta, GA, Kelly Broderick and his wife Amanda of Miramar, FL and Craig Broderick of Atlanta, GA; her sister Deborah McNeil of Salem; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins.
There are no calling hours scheduled.
A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday at 7 p.m. at the Gospel Lighthouse Church on LaCrosse St. in Hudson Falls with Pastor Paul Mead officiating.
Bonnie’s family suggests that memorial donations be made to the American Cancer Society, 959 State Route 9, Mount Royal Plaza, Queensbury, NY 12804.
Please visit carletonfuneralhome.net to leave condolences to Bonnie’s family.
Arrangements are under the direction of the Carleton Funeral Home, Inc., 68 Main St., Hudson Falls.
I extend my deepest sympathies to all of Bonnie’s family and friends. A beautiful, strong, loving light, that burned out much too soon.
I worked directly with Bonnie at The Post-Star for six years. She was hired to take the position I held in Pre-Press in 2000 when I left; and then upon my return, we worked side-by-side in the Technical Service department from 2003-2009. I remember how proud she was when she began singing with her church; and then when she took over as deacon. Bonnie was a very kind, caring, happy and outgoing woman. She would always lend you her ear when you needed it and she was a very good listener as well as communicator. My favorite and most special memory of her was when she would be working with her headphones on, listening to her favorite gospel songs. She would not hesitate to “stretch-out” her vocal chords loudly and proudly when she was tucked away in the plate-room late at night at The Post-Star. And I very much enjoyed hearing her lovely, strong voice. Many of you that knew Bonnie from years-gone-by would also remember her for her gorgeous curly locks of hair. I always told her that she was, “blessed with an awesome head of hair” and she would say, “I know.” Bonnie was fun to be around even when she was mad. When she would get upset at something or someone (including myself on occasion) she sit there with a cute puckered look on her face until she couldn’t stand holding it in any longer. Then she would blow over like a steaming tea kettle! We may not have been laughing at the time, but we would always go our separate ways and then return to apologize to one another. Niether one of us could ever spend too long being mad at each other.
She would often talk of how she missed her father that passed away when she was a young girl. I am sure that they are having a big long hug and much needed reunion at this very moment. Heaven has gained, yet another, beautiful angel.
Karen Cormie
Dennis and family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. Bonnie was a kind and gentle woman, with whom I was blessed to spend many hours with her at bible studies and at church, we shared many hours of prayer, studies. Sometimes when we were at Thelma’s we just had talks, hugs, laughter and sometimes tears. I cannot offer any words to ease your pain, only prayers for peace and comfort. With deepest sympthy . Bonnie Brown
Dennis,
So sorry to ready of the passing of your wife Bonnie. I prayed many times for her healing. God must have had other plans for her and I continue to pray that he will give you peace and strength in this difficult time for you and your family. Please take care of yourself.
Peg Brady
so sorry for your loss she will be missed by many!
Denny and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Bonnie was such a sweet, strong woman, whom we were so blessed to get to know through church. We enjoyed her singing, but more importantly, were inspired by her courage. Bonnie always had a smile on her face, and I trust that that smile is permanent now that she is in the presence of her savior. We pray that you will be comforted in your time of sorrow and always be inspired by Bonnie’s memory.
Chris and Janet Lynch
Dennis you may not remember me but my parents were Charles & Florence Stockwell.I am very sorry for your loss of Bonnie she was a good friend to me on facebook after we realized we were related through marriage.My prayers are with you and your family, take care….
Dawn (Stockwell) Vieta
Dear Stockwell Family
While I never had the priviledge of meeting Bonnie in person, I did get to know her through her brothers Craig and Mike. Hearing so many wonderful stories of her love of life, laughter and others warmed my heart. Bonnie and my late Fiance, Scott Stickney, were both diagnosed with cancer around the same time and yet she was always there with encouraging words for Scott, even while undergoing her own ordeal….it meant so much to both of us. As Scott and Bonnie are both with their Lord now, it is still very difficult for those of us left behind. I pray for each of you as you go through this difficult time mourning the loss of a Beautiful Lady.
Love, peace and strength to you all, Virginia Fiveash
Dennis,
We are so very sorry for your loss. We know Bonnie put up an incredible fight, and were so saddened to learn that she had lost her battle. Keep those memories you have of your time together close to see you through. You will all be in our prayers and thoughts.
Fondly,
Lynn and Lynda
To the entire family –
We grew up down the road from each other….down the road being about 3 miles or so (County Line Rd and Sanford’s Ridge). We rode the bus together throughout school and played together at each others home. As is often the case, once out of high school our lives took different paths. Not having seen Bonnie is years, I had the opportunity to run into both she and Dennis in the grocery store and we had a lovely reminiscent visit. Our graduating class is holding it’s 40th class reunion this year on 8/3 at Rainer’s and we are sorry she will not be with us to celebrate but she will be with us in thought. Prayers to you all. God bless.
“Love, like a beautiful song carries on in the heart when the last note is silent.”
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Denny & Family
So sorry we couldn’t come to the service at GLC. Bonnie was such an inspiration to both of us. She was there for me when I lost Nina, and was so happy for me when I found Carol. She REALLY cared about her friends. She loved to sing, and we loved to hear her.
Denny I know the hole you have in your heart, and I know it will take time, but trust in Christ to fill it. Praying for you.
Ron & Carol DeLorenzo