Bonnie L. Frieden

Bonnie L. Frieden, 88, North Manchester, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 12:30 a.m. on September 27, 2019 at Peabody Healthcare Center, North Manchester. One of four children, Bonnie was born on July 16, 1931 in North Manchester to George and Opal (Krom) Frieden.

Bonnie was a lifelong resident of North Manchester and graduated from Chester High School class of 1951. For 50+ years Bonnie provided care and nurturing to many children of this community as a child care provider. She was recognized for 35 years of service in the nursery at North Manchester United Methodist Church. Although Bonnie didn’t have any children of her own, she thought of each one and cared for them as if they were her own. Bonnie also cleaned houses for 50+ years. Faith was always a cornerstone in Bonnie’s life. She could be seen at North Manchester United Methodist Church, where she was a member, before her health declined.

The loving memory of Bonnie L. Frieden will be passed on by her brother Leo Frieden, North Manchester and several nieces and nephews. Bonnie is preceded in death by her parents and two brothers, Keith and Ted Frieden.

Family and friends may call Thursday, October 3, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.  at Peabody Chapel, 400 West 7th Street, North Manchester. Funeral services will begin at the conclusion of calling. Pastor Randy Myers will officiate. Burial will be at Oaklawn Cemetery, 600 Beckley Street, North Manchester.

For those who wish to honor the memory of Bonnie L. Frieden, memorial contributions may be made to Visiting Nurse and Hospice Home, 5910 Homestead Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46814 or North Manchester United Methodist Church, 306 East 2nd Street, North Manchester, IN 46962

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