James Bonner

James Bonner was born May 25, 1926 in Hahira, GA, to the late John Bonner and the late Essie Mae Cooper Bonner Moore.

Charisma is not based on genetics, IQ, social position, or luck. It’s a skill—a skill James Bonner mastered. He was a man with golden charm, a gentle smile, a strong stance, and big personality. People seem to adore him without any effort on his part. He had a huge amount of self-confidence and self-esteem. He knew how to make those around him feel at ease and understood. He was a man of intellectual brilliance and a terrific sense of humor. He was a hard-working man who believed all roads to success have to pass through “hard work avenue”.

James Bonner transitioned from labor to reward on Wednesday, September 16, 2015.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by a daughter: Evelyn Bonner Jones; one sister: Ola Bell Hall; three brothers: John Lee Bonner, Joseph Bonner and William Bonner; and his grandparents: Tony and Smithy Cooper.

James Bonner leaves to cherish many fond memories to his five children: Doris B. Callaway of Valdosta, GA; Emma Jean Bonner of Valdosta, GA; James Alvin Bonner of Macon, GA; Ronnie Bonner of TX; and Joseph Bonner of Macon, GA; a very special niece: Phyllis B. Welcome of Valdosta, GA; two of his special friends: Mr. John W. Washington of Macon, GA and Mr. Willie Sam Bivins of Valdosta, GA; eight grandchildren; twenty-five great-grandchildren; and a host of family and friends.

The celebration of life for the late Mr. James Bonner will be held Sunday, September 27, 2015 at 2:00PM from the sanctuary of Southside Church of Christ.

Bro. John Iverson will officiate.

Interment will follow on Monday, September 28, 2015, 11:00AM, in Macon Memorial Park, Macon, GA.