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      Barbara J. “Bonnie” Tabor (nee Ratermann), of Highland, IL, died Wednesday, May 13, 2020, at her residence surrounded by her family.

      Bonnie was born April 13, 1946, to Edmund and Leodis (nee Reilmann) Ratermann in Breese, IL. On August 29, 1964, she married Dennis Tabor at St. Dominic Catholic Church, Breese, IL

      She was a member of St. Paul Catholic Church, Highland, IL   She loved being with her family, especially her grandchildren.

      After raising her children, she went to work for Sugg Insurance for 20 years and also taught CCD through St. Paul. She enjoyed flower gardening and astronomy.

      She is survived by her husband, Dennis Tabor, Highland, IL; 3 daughters, Denise (Brent) Augustin, Grantfork, IL, Rebecca Tabor, Highland, IL, and Stacy Tabor, Highland, IL; grandchildren, Lori Elizabeth “Beth” Augustin, Matthew Errett Augustin, Gavin Paul Tabor, and Cayton Dayne Thacker; sister, Janice (Rick) Beckemeyer, Breese, IL; many nieces and nephews.

      She was preceded in death by her parents, Edmund and Leodis Ratermann; brothers, Bill Heaver and Gary Ratermann.

      Memorials may be made to Donor’s Choice.

      Celebration of life will be held at a later date.

      Meridith Funeral Home, Highland, IL

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    1. Mary Kay Korte / May 14, 2020 at 10:39 pm

      Thinking of all our fun times and phone calls. She was one of my best friends and I will miss her.all my life.
      My thoughts and prayers are with you, Denny and the girls as well as you grandkids and all the family.,
      May She rest in the presence of God.

      Love ,Mary Kay Korte
      And my Husband Don Korte

    2. Donna Howdeshell / May 14, 2020 at 10:42 pm

      So sorry to hear about your mom’s passing.

    3. Brenda Bardill / May 15, 2020 at 6:03 am

      Aunt Bonnie exemplified kindness like no other. Her love was an inspiration to all that knew her. I had the privilege of spending many sleep overs under care as a child so I could play with my cousin Denise. She treated me as one of her own. Heaven is rejoicing with there newest angel.

    4. David and Susan Essenpreis, Bowling Green, KY / May 15, 2020 at 11:32 am

      I haven’t seen you in years, but I remember a lot of great fun times back when we were growing up. I remember being excited about being in your wedding. You were always so giving. You definitely were a fun cousin! Go rest high on that mountain, Bonnie…your work on earth is done. I know you are in the palm of his hands. You have earned your wings.

    5. Laurie Seefeldt / May 15, 2020 at 12:02 pm

      I’m sad that you have gone, but so grateful that you are in heaven where there is no pain or suffering or sorrow. You will surely be missed, but I have so many wonderful memories of you and your unselfish love of family and friends. God truly has blessed us in knowing you, and now celebrates his new angel. Until we meet again Aunt Bonnie, love you.

    6. Ann Huelskamp / May 16, 2020 at 6:34 pm

      She will be missed!! She never forgot anyone’s birthday! Even with the five kids i have they always would get a birthday card in the mail from Bonnie!! Rip!! We will miss you greatly!

    7. Michael & Billine Dupras / May 17, 2020 at 2:18 pm

      Denny and family,

      So sorry to hear of Bonnie’s passing. For several years, she took good care of our insurance needs at the Sugg State Farm office. I will never forget her good humor, good advice, and commentary on current events. She was a special lady who always treated us as friends, not just customers.

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