Frederick Joseph Bonhomme ,of Fishers, passed away on Friday, October 17, 2014. He was born on November 15, 1957 in Vincennes, IN at Good Samaritan Hospital to Leon Joseph Bonhomme and Iretha Mae Frederick Bonhomme. Fred graduated from Lincoln High School in Vincennes in 1976. He furthered his education and received his Associate’s degree from Vincennes University and his Bachelor’s degree from IUPUI in Electrical Engineering Technology. For Fred’s career,he designed telephones for Bell Labs, AT&T, Lucent and Thomson. Fred traveled to many countries throughout his career. Hong Kong was his first destination and most memorable. He enjoyed Boy Scouts, 4-H, coaching Little League, and volunteering with public schools. Family events were always dear to his heart. Survivors include his wife,Deborah Bonhomme; son, Dustin Bonhomme; daughter, Leslie Bonhomme; sister, Barbara Erwin; and aunt, Doris Walker. He was preceded in death by his parents Leon and Iretha Bonhomme. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 21 from 4-6pm, with a service immediately following at Allisonville Christian Church, 7701 Allisonville Rd. Indpls, In. Contributions may be made to National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Friends may leave online condolences at www.indianafuneralcare.com.
Cyndi Hansen says
I grew up with Fred and Barb. So sorry for your loss
Fred was a good guy.
Emily Akard says
Debbie, So sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I admired his positive, courgeous fight dealing with MS. I remember Fred’s kindness, humanity, and especially your devotion to his care and well-being. May God be with you! xoxo
Sharon Moore says
Debbie,
So sorry to hear of Fred’s death. Will not be able to attend the funeral but will be praying for you and yours at that time and throughout the coming years.
Darlene Glenn says
Debbie, please accept my deepest sympathy. Fred was a dear, sweet man and I felt blessed to know him. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.
Darlene Glenn
Linda & Jeff Andrews says
FOND MEMORIES FROM NEXT DOOR 1115 STATE STREET! SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
LOVE & MAY GOD BLESS,
LINDA & JEFF ANDREWS
bill Ross says
Debbie
We will miss Fred and his wonderful Smile. He had the most positive outlook on life and was a joy to talk with and be around. He will truly be MISSED
Jane and Bo Sullivan-Davis says
Dear Debbie:
We are so very sorry for the loss of Fred. We hold you and your entire family in our thoughts and prayers, wishing God’s strength and presence in the coming hours, days, weeks, month. We appreciate getting to know both you and Fred by sitting near you at church for years, and will greatly miss Fred greeting us and all at the church door.
Sincerely,
Bo and Jane Sullivan-Davis
Mark Nielson says
Barb,
Thinking of all of you today! So sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Pastor Mark
Nyle Kardatzke says
Debbie, I am so sorry to know of your loss and to realize the difficult road you and Fred have taken. God bless you and heal you in the days ahead.
Dave Bathe says
Fred was a positive influence on everyone in high school. His smile was infectious and even in difficult times he always maintained a cheerful demeanor. I am so sad to hear of his passing but we hope that God will extend His grace and peace to those with whom he shared his life.
Cindy clements says
My condolences to Mr. Bonhommes family. Many years ago I met Mr. Bonhomme while giving his father therapy. He had came down to care for his father and I got to know how kind and compassionate he was. My thoughts and prayers are with you
Tricia Weisenbach says
Debbie, I’m so sorry to hear of Fred’s pang, he was such a nice man.
Please accept my deepest sympathy.
Greg Wade says
I am very sorry to hear of Fred’s passing. I meet Fred at Vincennes University and worked with Fred at Bell Labs for many years. Fred was a great guy to work with. My thoughts and prayers are with your family in this difficult time.
Phyllis Mohs says
Dear Debbie,
Fred was so blessed to have you share his life and watch over him with such dedication and love. He was a warrior in his battle with MS and you were diligently there by his side. It has been a privilege to know you and work with you in this caregiving mission. My prayers and deepest sympathy are with you and your family.
Phyllis Mohs – PrimeLife Enrichment
Georgetta gaines says
Sorry for your loss. I was in his class 1976 at Lincoln. He was quiet but always had a smile and very kind. Prayers