Bonnie Rae Morris Pancich

On June 1, 2024, Bonnie Rae Morris Pancich departed this earth to be with the Lord. She was born on September 18, 1940, as the only child of Elber “Al” R. Morris and Helen E. Morris. Bonnie had a lifetime of health issues to include being a survivor of childhood bulbar polio.

Bonnie attended Great Falls High School where she met her future husband, Bob Pancich. While taking tickets at the junior prom, Bob first took note of this lovely young lady with the long red hair. Sometime after the prom he found an opportunity to ask Bonnie out - only to be rejected. Unfazed, Bob worked his way into Bonnie’s good graces and as the saying goes, the rest is history.

They were married on August 10, 1957. Bonnie and Bob’s marriage produced two children. Bonnie was a dedicated homemaker and stay at home mother. She held a distinctive natural talent for home decor and took great care in its upkeep. She was meticulous about her appearance and always made sure her family was as well appointed as possible even though kids will occasionally find a mud puddle just prior to a big outing.

Bonnie would swear that she was 29 for at least 10 years straight. In truth she never really showed her age and was eternally youthful in mind, body and spirit. She commanded attention everywhere she went.

Bonnie never forgot a joke that Bob told her and would frequently beat him to the punchline when he would tell a story. She had a very unique sense of humor. She also had a fun-loving and practical joke playing side that would manifest itself when you might least expect it.

She was an superb cook, which can be attested to by the number of cookbooks in her library. This seemed to be a natural strength as she learned at the knee of her mother, who was excellent in the kitchen, and also from her highly skilled mother-in-law. She became even more accomplished upon inheriting her mother-in-law‘s coveted recipe box.

Bonnie loved music, dancing, watching old classic movies, and anything artistic that would make the world more beautiful. She was an avid animal lover and supporter. She was very loyal to those whom she loved, family and friends alike.

Bonnie is survived by her loving husband, Bob Pancich; daughter, Kim Pancich of New York, NY and Great Falls, MT; son, Scott (Stephanie) Pancich of Hartford, South Dakota; as well as grandchildren, Morgan and Joe. She was preceded in death by her parents, Al and Helen Morris.

At Bonnie’s request, there will be no funeral service. Her favorite charity was McLean Animal Adoption Center, 900 25th Avenue NE, Great Falls, MT 59404 if you wish to make a donation or donate to a charity of your choice.