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Bonnie Johnson Stamm

October 27, 1946 - June 24, 2024

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Obituary For Bonnie Johnson Stamm

VERONA - Bonnie Johnson Stamm, age 77, it is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of our beloved wife, mother, and sister. She was born on October 27, 1946 in Madison, WI to Earl and Ruth (Wittwer) Johnson. Bonnie married the love of her life, Norman Stamm, on May 14, 1966, at St. James Lutheran Church in Verona. Bonnie lived her whole life caring for other people as a nurse at the Methodist Hospital, then Meriter as a nurse manager. While at Meriter Bonnie was recognized for her innovation and leadership by receiving the National ER Nurse of the Year Award. Bonnie loved her career and the nurses she worked with at Meriter. When she retired it was only for six months, as she went on to work at Urgent Care for several years and finally retired at the age of 70. She loved cross stitching, knitting, gardening, visiting the Oregon Coast, rock hunting, fishing at the cabin, and spending time with family, especially her grandchildren. Bonnie will be remembered by all who knew her.

Bonnie is survived by her husband, Norm; son, Barry (Carrie); grandsons, Rowan, Sawyer, and Charlie; sisters, Karen (Bruce) Miller and Christine (Dan) Wendt; sister-in-law, Julie Johnson and Linda Stamm; brother-in-law, Keith (Kathleen) Stamm; nieces and nephews, Theresa, Mitchell, Sarah, and Erin; and best friend, Judy (Tom) Priske Further survived by other family and friends. Bonnie is preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Aimee; brother, Steve Johnson; brother-in-law, Gary; and niece, Colleen.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 13, 2024, at NOON at RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 220 Enterprise Drive, Verona. A visitation will be held from 11:00AM until time of service on Saturday at the funeral home. A luncheon to follow at American Legion Hall 385 in Verona.

A special thanks to Karen and Chris for their loving care and support. In lieu of flowers, donations to Moments Hospice would be much appreciated. To view and sign this guestbook, please visit: www.ryanfuneralservice.com

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220 Enterprise Drive

608-845-6625

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13 Jul

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11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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13 Jul

Celebration of Life Service

12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Ryan Funeral Homes – Verona 220 S. Enterprise Drive Verona, WI 53593 Get Directions »
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  • September 03, 2024

    Beth Beck

    Hello, I am so sorry to hear of Bonnie's passing. I loved working with her at urgent care. We went out many times for Pizza after a busy night! I am sorry I didn't see that she had passed. She was an inspiration to all of us. Take care and know that she was wonderful to work with! Beth Beck

  • July 12, 2024

    Nancy Mayek

    I can't count the number of times Bonnie helped me during my tenure at Meriter. I wasn't a clinician, rather, supported the hospital with marketing/advertising. She ALWAYS answered my questions, helped me schedule healthcare professionals for ads/photos/interviews. She was a beautiful soul.

  • July 07, 2024

    Pam S

    Bonnie was such a caring person and special nurse. She will be greatly missed. Rest in peace.

  • June 28, 2024

    Mark Olsky

    Bonnie was simply a magnificent human being, nurse and leader. I knew her not only as a friend but as a valued colleague who was the heart and soul, as well as leader of the staff of the emergency department at Methodist, then Meriter hospitals. As a clinical staff she was once named by her peers nationwide as the national nurse of the year. All of us who knew her thought she was an obvious choice. Her fellow nurses at Methodist, a great group of candidates in their own rights, wrote the nomination that got her elected. She later faced terrible challenges with calm grace, as usual.

  • June 28, 2024

    Sherrie Volbrecht

    Bonnie was such a beautiful woman. Her caring nature, love of her family and friends, her willingness to help any soul who needed support are just a few of the many, many qualities we on Earth will miss. Rest in peace, Bonnie. Until we meet again..: ❤️

  • June 26, 2024

    Pat (Lingard) Anderson

    We were classmates, friends, neighbors, grew up together. She was always there for everyone. She will be missed greatly. God bless u all. U are in our prayers.

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