Bonnie Jean (Rowe) Eldridge

Bonnie Jean Eldridge, 81, lifelong resident of Phelps, KY, transitioned to her heavenly home Sunday, May 19th, 2024.  Bonnie Jean was born October 25th, 1942, at Freeburn, KY, the beloved daughter of the late Ralph and Ida “Saunders” Rowe.  In addition to her parents, she was also preceded by her siblings, Harold, James, Arnold Rowe, Rose & Bernice Barrett, Meroline McLemore, and one grandson, Drake Eldridge.

Bonnie Jean was of the Christian faith and enjoyed attending church when she was able.  She was a retired postmaster serving for more than 25 years.  She thoroughly enjoyed socializing, never meeting a stranger and always had a warm, friendly smile.  Bonnie Jean was a former member of the bowling league at the old Ten Pin Bowling Alley and the Matewan Women’s Club.  Bonnie Jean enjoyed attending the senior citizen center at Freeburn and building puzzles with her good friend, Betty Lou McCoy Blankenship.  In her spare time, Bonnie Jean loved going to the campground and playing a good game of cards.  Most of all, Bonnie Jean’s greatest joy came from the dedication and unwavering love she had for her family.  Her heart was complete when she was surrounded in their company.     

Bonnie Jean’s love continues through her family.  She leaves behind her beloved husband of 64 years Benny J. Eldridge of Phelps, KY;  children, Mike (Jamie) Eldridge of Phelps, KY, and Debbie Ooten of Delbarton, WV; grandchildren, Renee Gibson, Roger (Buddy) Prater II, Tabitha (Tyler) Grant, Cody (Sierra) Eldridge, Kiana Eldridge, Dylan Eldridge, Journi Eldridge, Travis Eldridge, and Felicia (Eric) Gross; great-grandchildren, Zoey Phillips, Riley & Colby Gibson, Cami, Deegan, Jaxon, and Oaklyn Grant, Kaia Eldridge, Lily Eldridge, Levi & Lennon Hamilton, and Ezra & Elliot Gross; one brother, Donald (Exie) Rowe of Mt. Sterling, KY; two sisters, Joyce (Ralph) McLemore, and Connie Skillman  both of Ohio; Robin (Bruce) Williams of FL, who was like a daughter to her.  Bonnie Jean also leaves behind a host of loving extended family and friends.

The family will receive friends for visitation from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M. Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024 at the Jones & West Funeral Home located at 37035 St. Hwy 194 East Phelps, KY.

Funeral services will begin at 12:00 Noon Thursday at the chapel with Pastors Kelly Baldridge and Benny Freeman officiating. 

Pallbearers will include Bonnie Jean’s grandsons, Roger & Buddy Prater, Cody Eldridge, Dylan Eldridge, CJ Vance, Tyler Grant, and Bruce Williams.

Interment will take place at Mountain View Memory Gardens, Huddy, KY.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Jones & West Funeral Home of Phelps, Kentucky.  Our guestbook may be viewed at www.joneswestfh.com.

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