Bonita S. Goodger, 72, of Topeka, passed away on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. She was born February 5, 1952 in Peoria, Illinois, the daughter of Emil R. and Katherine L. (Eller) Baer.
Bonita was employed as a House Parent for a local care facility. She was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Bonita married Willis C. Goodger on March 27, 1995 in Topeka. He survives. Other survivors include children, Denise Becerra of Topeka, Chasity Owensby of Topeka, one grandson, Lucas Baer, her sister, Melita Jo Eller Ring-Kidd of Colorado Springs, Colorado, her sister-in-law, Vicky (Harley) Cooke of Topeka, several nieces and nephews and her furry friend, Kyla.
Bonita was preceded in death by her siblings, Emil R. Baer, Harry L. Levendosky, Jeannine K. Baer and Jorita Baer.
A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, November 9, 2024 at St. Joseph Catholic Church. Private inurnment will take place at a later date.
Dove Southeast Chapel, 2843 SE Minnesota Ave. is assisting the family with service arrangements.
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