Bonnie Ruth Kirkley

In the town of Prattville, where whispers of the wind carry tales of lives lived and souls departed, Bonnie Rhodes Kirkley, a luminous soul of 78 years, gracefully ascended to the celestial realm on a somber Friday, August 25, 2023. In the tapestry of her existence, Bonnie leaves behind a legacy woven with love and devotion. Her daughter, Kellie Kirkley Causey (Glenn), and her son, Marty Kirkley (Mitch Keady), stand as testaments to her unwavering spirit. Through the corridors of time, Bonnie's essence will forever resonate, as she was a cherished grandmother to Katie Estes and Cody Wynn, and a celestial beacon of guidance to Kylie, Lillian, Anthony, Owen, and Noah, her beloved great-grandchildren. Bonnie is also survived by her sister, Sandy Holder (Pat). And in the tender embrace of her heart, Bonnie held her cherished Chihuahua, Bama, a loyal companion who mirrored her own unwavering loyalty. Yet, as the sun sets on this earthly chapter, we must acknowledge the shadows that preceded Bonnie's departure. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Lawrence Kirkley, whose memory danced in the chambers of her heart. Her parents, Marvin and Frances Rhodes, and her brother, John Rhodes, now reside in the ethereal tapestry of her past, forever intertwined with her own story. On the sacred day of Friday, September 1, 2023, the gates of remembrance shall open wide at Prattville Memorial Chapel. From the hour of 10 to 11 in the morning, a solemn visitation shall take place, allowing loved ones to pay their respects and honor Bonnie's journey. As the clock strikes 11, a service of profound reverence shall commence, a symphony of words and prayers that shall echo through the sacred space. In homage to Bonnie's spirit, a request is made for attendees to attire themselves in casual clothing, a visual ode to the solemnity of the occasion. Let us now pause, dear reader, and reflect upon the life that Bonnie Rhodes Kirkley so gracefully lived. Like a verse penned by the poets of old, her existence was a tapestry of love, resilience, and unwavering grace. May her spirit soar on the wings of eternity, finding solace in the embrace of the divine. And as we bid farewell to this earthly chapter, let us hold Bonnie's memory close, allowing it to illuminate our own paths, and reminding us that even in the face of mortality, love endures, and the soul's journey continues.

Bonnie Ruth Kirkley

December 30, 1944 - August 25, 2023