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William F. Bonson, Jr., 76, formerly of Spring Mills, passed away Monday, Aug. 10, 2026, at Mount Nittany Medical Center.
Born Feb. 22, 1950, in Reedsville, Bill was a son of the late William F. Bonson, Sr. and Hazel L. Warner.
He was a 1968 graduate of Penns Valley Area High School.
Bill is survived by four siblings, Carol Bonson, of Virginia, Charles Bonson and Lisa Bonson, both of Spring Mills, and Timothy Bonson (Patti), of Coburn. Also surviving is his nephew, Clinton T. Bonson, of San Antonio, Texas, and his children, Emma H. Bonson and Corbin M. Bonson; two nieces, Rachael Schu, of Lemont, and Brenda Kassab (Jim), of Boalsburg, and their children, Josey Kassab and Pearl Kassab; and a great-nephew, Trace E. Bonson, son of the late Tyler E. Bonson, nephew of Bill who preceded him in death.
Bill loved listening to country music and some rock music. His favorite artist was Gram Parsons. He enjoyed all things history, especially anything about the Civil War and the presidents. Bill was a sociable person and liked being around people.
Family and friends will be received on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026, from 5-7 p.m., at the Steven R. Neff Funeral Home in Millheim.
In accordance with family wishes, there will be no funeral service to follow.
Bill will be laid to rest in Holy Cross Cemetery in Spring Mills.
Contributions in his memory may be given to the Hope Fund of Penns Valley, POB 427, Centre Hall, PA 16828.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.stevenrnefffuneralhome.com.