William Bon

William Stephen Bon Casper WY Sept. 30th, 1923 - February 1st, 2017 William "Bill" Bon passed away unexpectedly at his home on the night of February 1st. He joins Ruth, his beloved wife of 63 years, in heaven just 7 months after her passing. He was a great husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, uncle, brother and friend. He is survived by 5 children: Andrea, Stephen, Richard, Linda and Michael; 14 grandchildren, 3 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews and friends who loved and respected him. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Ruth Bon, sister Jane Bon Swanton, and infant daughter Carol Kay. Bill was born in Casper in 1923 to Cecil and Gladys Bon. He went to public school in Casper and graduated from NCHS in 1941. He attended the New Mexico Military Institute and the University of New Mexico. He was a World War II veteran, serving in the Pacific as a naval officer on the USS Carol. After returning from the service he attended the University of Wyoming, graduating with a Law degree in 1949. He was a founding partner of Casper Law Firm "Schwartz, Bon, Walker & Studer" and continued to practice law up until his death at 93. He was past president of the Wyoming State Bar, Natrona County Bar, Kiwanis Club, Jr. Chamber of Commerce and Sigma Chi Fraternity. He was baptized at St. Mark's Episcopal Church and remained an active member. He loved traveling with Ruth, friends and family. He was a loyal fan of Wyoming Cowboy football and basketball, loved skiing, golf, tennis and outdoor activities. He enjoyed making others laugh, had great wit, and loved life! A funeral service will be held in Casper WY at St. Mark's Episcopal Church on Saturday, February 11th at 10:30 am. Memorials may be given in his memory to a charity of your choice.

Service

Saturday, February 11, 2017 10:30am

St. Mark's Episcopal Church

7th and Wolcott

Casper, Wyoming 82601