Bonnie W. Shea, horse loving, banjo player

Bonnie W. Shea, of Milford passed away at home Saturday, Dec. 23, 2017, after a courageous battle with cancer. Bonnie was born in Georgetown Dec. 15, 1948, to James A. West and Hazel (Spence) West.
Bonnie grew up in Georgetown and enjoyed music, singing, sewing and animals, especially horses. She also enjoyed spending time with her paternal grandparents, James and Clara West. Bonnie loved spending time with her family and friends, and she especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.

She liked to crochet, and if she found out your favorite color she'd show up with a scarf or blanket made just for you. Her love of horses continued through her entire life. She enjoyed riding and collecting horse art. Her love of music continued as well. She taught herself to play the banjo over the past few years and would often play her favorite song "You Are My Sunshine" for family and friends. Bonnie's personality was always sunny, and her greatest goal was to make those around her happy. She will be missed dearly by her family and friends.

Bonnie is survived by her husband Gary D. Shea; her daughter and son-in-law, Ami and Ryan Rae; her son Thomas H. Clendaniel and his fiancé Kara Smith; granddaughter Kiarae Campbell; grandson Quinn Rae; granddaughter Marley Clendaniel and granddaughter MacKenzie Lewis.

The family invites friends to join them to celebrate Bonnie's life Sunday, Feb. 4, from noon to 3 p.m., at The Backyard restaurant, 211 Broadkill Road, Milton.