Linda Bonnett, 77, of Port St. Lucie, passed away March 20, 2017 at her home following an extended illness.

She is survived by her loving husband of 60 years, Gary Bonnett; daughter, Sherry Glancy (Rick) of Palm City; son, Jeff Bonnett (Kathy) of Texas; 4 grandchildren, Megan Muir (Billy) of Melbourne, Sheena Stanfield (James) of Palm Bay, Scott Glancy of Melbourne, and Tony Bonnett (Candace) of South Carolina; 3 great-grandchildren Emmy Lou, Loghan, and Luke Stanfield of Palm Bay, and a sister, Marty Charles of Iowa. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Leona Genkinger; brother, John Genkinger and sisters, Susan Genkinger and Pam Herdman. Surviving extended family includes sisters-in-law, Judy Lauritsen (Lynn), Janine Patton, and Claudia Genkinger (Larry); brothers-in-law Lee Herdman and Terry Bonnett; as well as many nieces and nephews.

Linda was born in Washington, Iowa and grew up on a farm outside Fairfield, Iowa. She married her high school sweetheart, Gary, on August 28, 1957. Gary and Linda shared many adventures together including running two successful businesses, Scotti's Drive-in in Fairfield, Iowa and Napa Auto Parts in Stuart and Fort Pierce, FL. They moved to Florida in 1974 piloting down the Mississippi River on their boat, The Linde Belle.

Upon retirement, they became full-time RVers. Gary and Linda traveled to Alaska many times, as well as Mexico, Canada, and every state except Vermont. They spent a lot of time in Golden, CO where they worked at the Dakota Ridge RV Park. They enjoyed four-wheeling in their Jeep in the mountains of Colorado, and exploring the wild-life and beautiful scenery. Linda was a talented photographer, capturing their many adventures. Her beloved cats, Zoey and Zipper, will keep Gary company.

According to Linda's wishes, there will be a private burial at Forest Hills in Palm City, FL.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Treasure Coast Hospice in her name.

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