SCHERMER – Bonnie Louise Schermer (Stiles), age 44 of Grand Rapids passed away April 23 2008 after a courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her husband David; loving children Jilli and Wesley Schermer; parents Roger and Narcene Stiles; sisters Norm (Mary) Sedelbauer Betsy Calder; parents-in-law Robert and Karen Schermer; sisters-in-law Sue (Tom) Swaney Jane Coats; brother-in-law Bob (Kim) Schermer; nieces and nephews Sean Charlie Alex Kirk Kelly Jake Bobbie Karen Stewart Robbie and CJ. She was preceded in death by her brother-in-law George Calder. Bonnie was a loving wife and wonderful mother to her kids and all her friends kids. She had a passion for life and lived every day to its fullest. Her infectious smile and warm personality could brighten anyone’s day. She will be dearly missed and always remembered by her family and friends. Bonnie graduated from Forest Hills Northern in 1981 attended Ferris State University and Chic School of Cosmetology. She later became a member of the Grand Rapids Association of Realtors as a successful realtor. Death leaves a heartache no one can heal Love leaves a memory no one can steal. Mass of Christian Burial will be Saturday at St. Robert of Newminster Church 6477 Ada Dr. SE Rev. Victor Kynam presiding. Interment Ada Cemetery. Visitation will be 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at the O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel 3980 Cascade Rd., SE. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure Grand Rapids Affiliate 118 Commerce Ave. SW Suite 100 Grand Rapids MI 49503-4106.
