A funeral will be held Wednesday, August 20, 2025 for 63-year-old Bonnie Rita Clements of Perryville, Mo. who passed away Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at her residence surrounded by her family.
She was born February 26, 1962 in Perryville, Mo. to Cletus Joseph and Ruby Alberta (Schepers) Schumer who both preceded her in death.
Bonnie and Randy Clements were married on December 28, 1984 in Perryville. He preceded her in death on October 7, 2023.
She worked as a beloved Respiratory Therapist for Perry County Memorial Hospital and Mercy Perry Hospital for over 40 years.
Survivors include two sons, Eric (Renee) Clements, RJ (Addie) Clements; two daughters, Kadaysha (Joshua) Schremp, Cara (Judd) Naeger; four brothers, Tom Schumer, Ralph Schumer, Ronald Schumer, Barney Schumer; four sisters, Kathie Wheeler, Eileen Mueller, Rose Biri, Ruth Geile; twelve grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, Travis Clements; brother, Michael Schumer; sister, Cynthia Schumer.
Bonnie enjoyed spending time gardening, shopping and walking at the seminary. She loved baking, cooking large meals for her family, and was well known for making her famous sweet tea. Most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren.
She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Perryville.
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Tuesday, August 19, 2025 and 8-9:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at Ford & Young Funeral Home in Perryville. The Rosary will be recited at 8:30 a.m.
A funeral mass for 63-year-old Bonnie Rita Clements of Perryville, Mo. will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, August 20, 2025 at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Perryville with the Rev. Ranjan Lima C.M. officiating.
Burial will be at Mount Hope Cemetery in Perryville.
Memorial contributions may be given to the St. Vincent Centennial Endowment Fund.
Online condolences may be made at www.fordandyoungfuneralhome.com.