Norma June (Williams) Bonar, 84, peacefully passed away Wednesday, April 13, 2011 in her home in the presence of the Lord. Her love and zest for life began in Springfield, August 20, 1926. Norma was married to Dr. Arlie E. Bonar on August 8, 1947 at First and Calvary Presbyterian Church. Norma attended Central High School in Springfield and graduated from Balboa High School in San Francisco. She attended Drury University with the class of 1948 and later finished her degree in the 1960's while raising her three children. Norma was a leader and entrepreneur. She actively participated in and supported Drury University, was past president of Women's Auxiliary, and was instrumental in the construction and fundraising for The Pool Art Center. She and Arlie enjoyed attending Drury Basketball games and held ownership to seats amongst their dear friends for over 30 years. Norma loved music and sang with the Civic-Aires for several years as well as the choir at National Avenue Christian Church where she attended for several decades. She presently is a member of First and Calvary Presbyterian Church. Norma's love for music and her passion for teaching was evident in the piano lessons that she taught until last year. Generations of children have been blessed with her aspiring traits. She loved Classical and Broadway music and recently donated her grand piano to Drury to continue her love and legacy of music. She was passionate about traveling and experienced France eight times as well as Germany, Spain, Italy, Egypt, Japan, China, Switzerland, India, and other countries, as well as throughout the United States. Norma and Arlie also opened their hearts and homes to many foreign exchange students for many years, bringing culture to their children and to the community. She was gifted in Interior Design and created lasting beauty in numerous homes in Springfield. Norma owned and operated The Gazebo Decorating Shop, on Cherry Street, for many years. Norma also took great pride in art. She enjoyed the history of art and had an appreciation for all types of artists. She enjoyed painting and often shared her travel experiences through her art. She loved to entertain, play bridge, and she was a member of SMMAHome Design, and past member of BSF Bible Study. She also created a welcoming service for new residents to Springfield through Community Caravan. She was an avid reader and enjoyed learning. Her hobbies also included building homes with her husband and incorporating unique architectural ideas that they had enjoyed from around the world. Norma was a pillar in both the community and to her family. Her quick wit, strength, and encouraging attitude will be greatly missed by those she touched and so remarkably left impressions upon. Norma was preceded in death by her parents Chester and Esther (Race) Williams, her husband of 63 years Dr. Arlie E. Bonar (passed May 25, 2010) and her son Bill Bonar (passed April 6, 1980). Norma is survived by two daughters, Beth Hopkins and Janna Woods and her husband Bill. She is also survived by four grandchildren: Emily Woods Baldwin (and Matt), Lindsey Woods Arellano (and Jason), Katie Hopkins, and Billy Hopkins, and five great grandchildren Henley, Rogan, and Rivington Baldwin and Cruz and Wren Arellano; brothers, George Williams and wife, June; Phillip Williams and wife, Jeanne, St. Louis; and nieces, Lisa Robbins, Libby Williams, and nephew, Scott Williams and their families. Our Gratitude and Appreciation to all those who so tenderly cared for Norma during her seven month battle with Lymphoma. She displayed grace and dignity as she fought this challenging disease. Services for Norma will be held on Saturday at 2:00p.m. in First and Calvary Presbyterian Church and the visitation will be in Gorman Scharpf Funeral Home, Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. A private burial will be held in Hazelwood Cemetery to honor the loss of our mom, grandmother, great grandmother and special friend. Memorials may be given to the charity of the donor's choice. Online condolences may be given at www.gormanscharpf.com.