Consuelo (Connie) Bonilla

Born in Blackfoot, Idaho, on September 27, 1923, to Andres and Felicitas Hernandez and called to Heaven on November 13, 2024.  Connie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, friend and mentor.  One of ten siblings, she grew up on a farm in Blackfoot, Idaho; she was a Sacramento resident for over 70 years.

Connie led a full life with family and friends by her side.  She was a proud homemaker and her family came first.  She taught her children the Golden Rule and the importance of family. She loved her siblings and remembered some of the best times spent together were at Thanksgiving.  She was also a retiree from the Department of Motor Vehicles, a faithful volunteer, and a devoted member of the Immaculate Conception Parish and its Arts and Crafts group.

Connie is preceded in death by her husband Frank Sr., daughter Teresa (Teri) Hutchinson; sisters Aurelia and Edna; brothers Alberto, Domingo (aka ‘Fred’), Manuel, Fredrick, and Daniel (“Billie”).  She is also preceded in death by her husband’s children, Frank Jr., Frances, and Patricia.  Connie is survived by daughters Phyllis, Kay (Cruz), and Gina (Vidales); sister Mary; brother Angelo and numerous family members.

Funeral services will be held at Immaculate Conception Parish (3263 1st Avenue, Sacramento) on Friday, November 29th, 2024, beginning at 1p.m.