Bonnie Claeys

Bonnie Jean (Kompelien) Claeys was born on May 20, 1954, in Marshall, to Kimbell and Vera (Blaine) Kompelien. She grew up and graduated from Minneota High School in 1972. After graduation, Bonnie attended Cosmetology School in Willmar. On July 7, 1973, she was united in marriage to Greg Claeys. The couple lived and raised their family in Chaska. Bonnie was very passionate about animals. In addition to her pets, she volunteered for the humane society and local veterinarians. I 1998, the couple moved to Montana and worked on an equestrian ranch and Bonnie continued to volunteer with local animal shelters and veterinarians. She moved to Taunton in 2009. Bonnie was also passionate about spending time with her friends and family, horseback riding and crocheting. She died unexpectedly at her home in Taunton on Saturday, June 18, 2011. Bonnie is survived by her son Curt (and Chayna) Claeys and their son Wyatt, of Chaska, sister Brenda (and Sid) Johnson of Baxter, special niece Kim (and Stuart) Vick and their children Jason, Nathan and Serra, and other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her son, Cody, parents Kimbell and Vera, and sister, Joyce. She will also be greatly missed by her pets; Skip, Max, Bailey and Sammy.