Bonnie Lynn Musselwhite

October 3, 1965 - October 25, 2008
Bonnie Lynn Musselwhite

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Bonnie Lynn Musselwhite, 43 of Hendersonville, peacefully entered the healing arms of her Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 25, 2008 at the Four Seasons Hospice Elizabeth House.

She was born in La Plata, Maryland to Lyle and Helen Johnson on October 3, 1965. After graduating from Rosman High School in 1983, she attended various colleges, including Baptist Bible College and Blue Ridge Technical College, pursuing her love of home economics. She married Mitchell Musselwhite in 1987.

Bonnie was a homemaker and educator, teaching her and Mitchís four children at home. She loved reading, learning, sewing, classic hymns, and nutrition and strove to cultivate that same love within her children. She attended Bethany Bible Church and was active in the Henderson County Homeschool Association and 4-H.

Bonnie is survived by her husband, daughters Laura Musselwhite Rice, Rebekah and Sarah Musselwhite; and son David Musselwhite all of Hendersonville. She is also survived by her mother, and her sister, Barbara Johnson Perry also of Hendersonville.

Bonnie was loving and caring, informed and generous. She will be tremendously missed by her family and many friends.

A graveside service will be held at 2:00pm Thursday at Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery with Pastor Greg Stiekes officiating, and is open to all who wish to attend. A memorial service will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to Henderson County Homeschool Association, PO Box 490, Edneyville, NC 28727.


Service

Thursday, October 30, 2008
12:00 AM

Beulah Baptist Church Cemetery - Directions
Willow Road
Hendersonville, NC

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  • October 28, 2008
    Susannah Cartwright says:
    My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this time of your loss.

  • October 30, 2008
    Betty Ann Garlits says:
    I knew Bonnie before she married Mitch, we were at Blue Ridge College in Hendersonville. I remember how dedicated she was to her faith and how much she loved a fellow named Mitch. I moved away and it is many years later,I am happy to know she realized her dream. My heart goes out to her family and friends.

  • October 29, 2008
    Gary McDonald says:
    Mitch and family, just want to say how sorry I am to hear about Bonnie, but I know you all have comfort in knowing that she is with Jesus today, what a blessing to know that. I will continue to pray for you and your family. God Bless, Gary,Patrick and Kasey McDonald

  • October 29, 2008
    Kim Fisher Mathis says:
    As a friend and classmate, I have fond memories of Bonnie. She was an example to all in how she lived her life and kept her focus on the Living God. I know she is rejoicing today. I've always enjoyed reading her Christmas cards and hearing about all the things your family has been doing. Bonnie and I recently cooresponded about plans for a 25 year class reunion. I'm sorry we didnt have this sooner but she will always be remembered! I pray God will comfort you all during this time. Kim Fisher Mathis, RHS class of 1983

  • October 29, 2008
    Mildred Cooper says:
    Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. I feel blessed to have gotten to know Bonnie when I would come with Cecelia to your house. Remember all the good times and I know there were many. She was a kind and sweet person.

  • October 28, 2008
    Ginny Atkison says:
    I will always remember Bonnie's wonderful smile and happy disposition. When we were kids and got to come up to visit our cousins, it was always a treat to get to see and do all sorts of fun things with Barbara and Bonnie. As adults every time I saw her she was sharing about her family and the numerous activities they were involved in. And she so wanted only the best for each of her children. I know there is rejoicing in heaven as she is welcomed to sit at the feet of Jesus. May Jesus' loving arms be wrapped around each family member to bring comfort and encouragement in this difficult time.

  • October 28, 2008
    Larry & Cindy Novak says:
    Bonnie may you rest in peace as your pain is now healed in the loving arms of our Lord. May God watch over your family and bring them peace. In His Name, Larry & Cindy Novak

  • October 28, 2008
    Lisa Glaspy says:
    I got to know Bonnie when I had my first child, Samantha. I got to know her through la lachea group. She is an inspiration to me. She is such a blessing. She really loved her family and she showed that. She also liked helping others. She also loved the Lord. You can say that she lived her life for the Lord. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

  • October 28, 2008
    Becky Villa says:
    I have many fond memories of time with my cousin Bonnie. She was a caring, thoughtful person. I will miss her. Our prayers and love go out to the family.

  • October 28, 2008
    Kristi Johnson says:
    Dear family, I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss; but I know your hearts are comforted by the fact that Bonnie has received that complete healing that I know you prayed for. I had the pleasure of calling Bonnie my friend since High School Days at RHS. She always had a sweet smile and a warm glentle way about her that was always a blessing. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Kristi Johnson RHS class of 1984 WGCR radio

  • October 28, 2008
    The Lito Geraldson Family says:
    You all our in our thoughts and prayers during this time. God Bless you!

  • October 28, 2008
    Charles & Bertie Toler says:
    To the whole family..You are all in our prayers. Praying the our loving heavenly Father will fill the void left by Bonnie's homecoming.

  • October 28, 2008
    Heather McCormack(Lotz) says:
    I will always remember your sweet sweet disposition you were a wonderful lady.. God Bless you all during this time of need

  • October 27, 2008
    Suzanne Martin says:
    Though you knew the time was near, it is never easy to let go. I am praying for each of you as you process your great loss. Becky, you are loved by my family. Please know our home is always opened to you.

  • October 28, 2008
    Ken and Lois Jones says:
    Mitch,Laura,Becky,David and Sarah. I know that Bonnie was your world and she did an excellent job of being mother and wife. I rejoice that she no longer suffers and is with the Lord, but I know that she will be sadly missed for a long time. My prayer is that the Lord will wrap his arms around you and comfort you through this sad experience. Love and Prayers Ken and Lois Jones

  • October 28, 2008
    Dennis and Elizabeth Eaton says:
    In thinking of Bonnie and her life, this segment of a verse has run through our minds repeatedly: "Well done, good and faithful servant." Times like this bring such mixed emotions -- the missing of a wife, mother, daughter, sister, cousin,friend YET not wishing Bonnie back because of what she was having to endure physically. To our family in NC we send our love, our thoughts, and our prayers.

  • October 28, 2008
    Mark, Kathy and Connie Lucas says:
    What mixed emotions! Joy for Bonnie. She is with Jesus! Sadness for all who feel the big hole she leaves behind, especially for her family. Comfort knowing Jesus is faithful to help and comfort. We will miss her smile, her constant positive spirit, and her sincerity. She fought so hard and so well! Mitch, Laura, Becky, David and Sarah - you are especially in our thoughts and prayers. May you EXPERIENCE His grace in volumes and may He open a window into heaven for each and all of you. Our being with Him and with Bonnie is coming, and it will be wonderful.

  • October 28, 2008
    Joi Kelley says:
    I have followed Bonnie's story through the WNC Homeschool Yahoo Group and wish to extend my sympathies to her entire family. My God Bless you and keep you during this time.

  • October 28, 2008
    Mary Ann McCall says:
    I will miss Bonnie, my dear friend, but I know she is resting and rejoicing in the Lord at this moment. She made a huge impact on the lives of all she touched, and first and foremost she was a firm witness for Christ. How blessed we all were to have known her.

  • October 27, 2008
    Mark and Debbie Ashley says:
    I remember LaPlata and Port Tobacco and the fun of visiting Uncle Lyle, Aunt Helen, and cousins Barbara and Bonnie. How thankful we are for our hope in Christ which assures us of reunion and joy forever in the presence of the Lord. Our love and prayers are with you all.

  • October 27, 2008
    Gary and Sharon (Ashley) Augustson says:
    We were so saddened to hear of Bonnie's homegoing-what a joy to know she is in the presence of the Savior she loved.Psalm 16:11 "...in Thy presence is fullness of joy, at Thy right hand are pleasures forevermore."

  • October 27, 2008
    Milton Ashley says:
    I always enjoyed Bonnie's kind smile and her easy laugh. We knew that she loved God and though we are saddened here, we rejoice that she is with her Savior. Mitch and the family are in our prayers.

  • October 27, 2008
    Jill Ritter says:
    My family and I have been praying for your family. Please know that we will continue to lift you all, during this most difficult time. "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-think about such things." Phillipians 4:8. Think on and continue to dwell on the wonderful things you have treasured about your mom and the "...God of peace will be with you". God loves your family, and so do so many of us in the homeschool arena.

  • October 27, 2008
    Alison Waldbart and Family says:
    To Bonnie's Family: may God be your strength and hope as you grieve the loss of your precious wife, mom, daughter, and sister. Love in Christ, The Waldbart Family

  • October 27, 2008
    Elizabeth Baldwin says:
    I appreciate all that Bonnie did for me in the beginning of my homeschooling journey. We worked closely together in HCHA, her database and I in the email chain. She never complained when I would call needing help or assistance. She gave me wonderful advice and guided me in learning how to relax while teaching the kids. I admired her, her thoughts and her convictions. I will miss her very much.

  • October 27, 2008
    Jody Geraldson says:
    Bonnie had a big heart and her smiling face showed the love of God deep within her heart and soul. She will be very much missed by us all but we will see her again one day when we go to meet our Lord Jesus Christ in Heaven.