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Bernadette Jean (Fontaine) “Bonnie” Perry, 79, of Franklin, passed away at her home on November 7.
Born in Beacon, New York, on October 22, 1947, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Marion (Hanley) Fontaine.
Bonnie grew up in Beacon and lived there until the age of 18. Throughout her adult life, she moved with her family to several places, spending much of her time in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, and Lake George, New York, before settling in Franklin 25 years ago.
Bonnie worked as a secretary at Northwestern Mutual until she retired in 2010. She had also previously worked for the Diocese of Harrisburg.
She leaves behind her daughters, Jill Forrestal of Franklin, and Beth Forrestal and her husband, Chris Meen, of Salem.
She is also survived by her brother, Robert Fontaine, of Beacon, New York.
Bonnie was predeceased by her sisters, Patricia Bradley and Mary Ellen Caldwell.
She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren, Sean, Kyla, Charlotte, and Kate, and her great-grandchildren, Jaxson, Jalen, and Callen.
Bernadette will be missed for her bright spirit, her lifelong love of reading, and her appreciation for all things chocolate.
Services will be private.
In place of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Friends of the Franklin Library, c/o Franklin Public Library, 118 Main Street, Franklin, MA 02038, or online at www.fofl02038.org.
Arrangements are under the care of the Ginley Funeral Home of Franklin. For additional information, please visit ginleyfuneralhomes.com.
