Bonnie Jean Wolfgram

Bonnie Jean Louise Wolfgram, 94 of Oshkosh, passed away at Evergreen Retirement Community on Wednesday, August 21, 2024. She was born in Oshkosh on February 16, 1930 to the late A. Martin and Jeanette (Simpson) Mondl. She was united in marriage to Richard C. Wolfgram on June 18, 1955. She had one son, Jon.

Bonnie Jean attended Northwestern University, the University of Wisconsin Madison, and graduated from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh. She was a member of Alpha Omicron Pi sorority.

After a brief period as a High School English teacher, Bonnie Jean embraced her role as a homemaker with pride and dedication. Her natural talents for nurturing and leadership shone through in every aspect of her life. Her time was spent organizing activities at Jon’s school, holding leadership positions with organizations like the “Grey Ladies” at Mercy Hospital, the American Cancer society, and the Red Cross. She tutored adult students to improve their reading skills and also stayed engaged in politics. Bonnie Jean was a docent at The Paine. Everything was approached with a sense of purpose, passion, and energy. 

In her leisure time she found joy in playing her piano, reading, swimming, playing bridge, taking long walks, and creating needlework projects. Her love of these activities reflected her vibrant and multifaceted personality.

Bonnie Jean is survived by her son Jon (Nancy Schmoll) Wolfgram, as well as sister-in-law Bonnie Lee (Gordon) Helmeid, nieces Karine Helmeid, Beth McMillan, Ruth Ann Caves, Laura Shook; nephews James and Peter Mondl and David Bauer. In addition to her parents and husband Bonnie Jean was preceded in death by her brother Red (Shirley) Mondl, sister-in-law Joyce (Bob) Bauer, brothers-in-law Gordon Helmeid and Robert Bauer.

Per Bonnie Jean’s wishes, a private entombment will take place. Thank you to the caring staff of Evergreen Retirement Community and AseraCare Hospice, especially Tammy, for the wonderful care provided.