Yorke- Peacefully surrounded by her loving family in the comfort of her daughters home on Monday June 2, 2025. Bonita “Bonnie” Yorke age of 86 years of Corunna. Bonnie was predeceased by her loving husband Hubert Russell Yorke in 1996. She will be greatly missed and forever remembered. She was the much loved mother of Dave Yorke (Lorrie), Sharon Yorke (Dennis Elliston) and Donna Lockrey (Dwight). Treasured grandmother of Kara (Co), Darcy, Dan (Isabel), Jason (Shay), Jordan (Richelle), Ashley and Derek (Brittany). Cherished great-grandmother of Owen, Kody, Brooklyn, Theo, Ava, Jaxon, C.J., Liv, Vandi , Grayson and Logan. Bonnie is also survived by; her brothers, Allister Jordan (Beverly “Babe”), Jamie Jordan (Valerie); her step brothers, Stephen Kerr (Theresa) and Brian Kerr and by her sister-in-law, Leoda Varner. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. She was predeceased by; her son-in-law, Gary “Goose” Lockrey; her brother, John “Buddy” Jordan; her sister, Ann Daley and by her longtime companion Gerald DesBarres. The family would like to extend a special thanks to Danielle Bernard and Bonnie Jinkerson for their exceptional and compassionate care shown to Bonnie and her family. In keeping with her wishes cremation has taken place and a private family graveside service will be held at Resurrection Cemetery in Sarnia at a later date. In lieu of flowers sympathy may be expressed through memorial donations to the Salvation Army Community and Family Services or to St. Joseph’s Hospice, Sarnia. Arrangements entrusted to Knight Funeral Home, 588 St. Clair Parkway, Corunna. Messages and condolences may be left online at www.knightfuneralhome.ca Knight 519-862-2845
Bonita “Bonnie” Yorke
Visitation Information
There will be no formal visitation at this time.
Donations
Salvation Army St. Joseph's Hospice
Funeral Date
A private family graveside service will be held at Resurrection Cemetery.
14 thoughts on “Bonita “Bonnie” Yorke”
Yorke Family,
We are deeply saddened to hear of Bonnie’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with your entire family, and we hope you find comfort in the love and support that surrounds you.
With deepest sympathy,
Dr. Sherwin and Staff
So sorry for your loss Dave, Lorrie, Donna and family.
Sincere condolences to the family of Bonnie Yorke.🙏
So sorry for your loss. I met Bonnie at the Salvation Army Church socializing at carpet bowling . She will be missed as a friendly and caring person whose path I was very happy to have crossed. R.I.P> sweet lady. I shed a tear for you today
Donna & Family,
Deepest sympathy on the loss of your Mother. Thinking of everyone!
To the Yorke family we send our deepest sympathies and keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
Sincere condolenes to Bonnie’s family and friends….mum always so much enjoyed her visits when Bonnie and Gerald when they came to visit in the summer…they had fun playing cards and enjoying lots the laughs 🙂 our thoughts are with Dave, Donna and Sharon along with their families!
Hi Donna and family. Peter and I were so sorry to hear of your mothers passing. It came as quite a shock to us. Our deepest condolences to you and the family.
I remember all the years your mother looked after my boys
Again, we are so sorry for your loss
Dearest Mom. Although we are miles apart it was so nice to share funny stories and family memories over Face time every night for the past couple of months. You were a wonderful mother ,grandmother and great mother to us all. You loved and cared for your family and friends and you will be sadly missed. Blessed will be the day I see you again in heaven. Your loving daughter and son in law. Sharron &Dennis
Donna, Dave and the Yorke family
Our deepest sympathy to all of you at this difficult time. May she rest in peace now.
Laura and Brian Ross
It is times like these that there are no words to share that will console those who knew and loved Bonnie. Many thanks to Bonnie for the bond she developed with my sister when she really needed family in her life. I wish I had known her better and was able to spend more time with her and Gerald. Their visits to NS to visit with friends and family were always fun. I will always remember that she brought a smile to my face when we met and I would torment her something awful. We had a running joke between the two of us about her putting her curlers in too tight – sometimes she would laugh and sometimes she would get cross – regardless I would smile and she would too. We talked a fair bit on the phone to catch up on family and such and when possible through FB too. Condolences to Bonnie’s children and family and to Jamie and Allie and their families. Rest in peace Bonnie. Your brother once removed – Stephen.
Dave, Sharron and Donna and families,
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear sweet mom. I have many memories of the good ole Bright’s Grove days. May the many memories you have help you through this difficult time. RIP Bonnie
My deepest sympathy to the whole Yorke family. She will always be near in your treasured memories of her.
Donna, Sharron and Dave, my sincere condolences on the loss of your wonderful Mom. I know it must have been very difficult these past few months. I have such fond memories of your Mom always being cheerful and friendly towards me when I frequently came to visit Donna as a teenager and we loved playing euchre. I also recall how sassy Donna was towards her Mom who would giggle and accept that us teenagers were sometimes unkind towards our parents. Now later in life I see so many of her characteristics in Donna who I know loved and valued her Mom as a precious treasure. May your Mom rest in peace and God bless you all.