Bonnie Lue Jenschke of Stonewall passed away on Thursday, January 14, 2016. Bonnie was born on June 16, 1952 to James Porter and Juneth Whitaker Watson of Hye. She graduated from Johnson City High School in 1970 and was the Senior Class Favorite Female.
She is survived by her loving husband and best friend of 45 years Benno Jenschke, Jr., daughter Jennifer Watson and husband Duane of Spring, parents Porter and Juneth Watson of Hye, sister Linda Sewell and husband Bobby of Stonewall, brother Patrick Watson and wife Margie of Hye, sister-in-law Florence Betts and husband Lester of Stonewall, sister-in-law Rosemary Grayson and husband Tom of Austin, brother-in-law Daniel Jenschke and wife Laurie of Fredericksburg, brother-in-law David Jenschke of Stonewall, and beloved nieces, nephews, as well as great-nieces and great-nephews.
She was preceded in death by her in-laws Benno Jenschke, Sr. and wife June, brother-in-law Joey Jenschke, and three precious grandchildren Emily, Hope, and Annabeth.
Bonnie was a dearly loved wife, mother, daughter, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, and friend. She was known for her infectious smile, resonant laugh, quick wit, playful nature and practical jokes, big hugs, and generous spirit to anyone in need. Most of all she knew and loved her Lord. She served as the Assistant to the Superintendent at the Lyndon B. Johnson National Historical Park in Johnson City for 40 years. When not at work, she enjoyed treasure hunting at garage sales and thrift stores, cooking home-style meals, baking banana bread, and spending time with family.
Visitation will be Monday, January 18 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Crofts-Crow Funeral Home in Johnson City. A Memorial Service will be held on Tuesday, January 19 at 2:00 p.m. at Community Church of the Hills in Johnson City with burial to follow at Rocky Community Church Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Stonewall Volunteer Fire Department or charity of your choice.