OBITS: The Spectrum 29 Aug 2005; St. George, Washington co., Utah

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Bonnie Kae Pilkington Malan 'Together again'

Bonnie Kae Pilkington Malan, 72, joined the love of her life, Dean, in the
early morning hours of Aug. 27, 2005, five years to the day after he passed.

Bonnie was born March 13, 1933 in Smithfield, Utah, daughter of Leland Farrell
and Elsie Mary Shilvock Pilkington. She married Dean Tracy Malan on December
3, 1951 at the Logan LDS Temple.

Bonnie was a beautiful example of strength and independence. Her spirit was
confined by her physical body, but she managed still, to demonstrate grace,
beauty, and strength every day of her life. She adored her family, which
included many beloved pets. Her faith in her savior, Jesus Christ, was
unwavering, even during the darkest hours of her illness. She was active in
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and had worked extensively in
the Relief Society, Primary and Young Women's programs. She was an
accomplished pianist and loved to sing. She was always surrounded by people
she loved, among them, the children of her neighborhood.

Bonnie is survived by her three sons: Tracy (Sandy) Malan, Calico Lake,
Calif.; Dee Malan, Salt Lake City and Jeffery (Lalaine) Malan, Victorville,
Calif. Five grandchildren, six great-grandchildren. Brothers and sisters: Jay
(Faye) Pilkington, Ogden; Lew (Colleen) Pilkington, Bountiful, and Iva Lou
(Harrison) Groutage, Logan and several loving nieces and nephews. She was
preceded in death by her husband and sister, Roma (Clinton) Low.

A celebration of Bonnie's life will be held at the Hurricane LDS Chapel, 677
S. 700 West on Tuesday, Aug., 30 at 10 a.m. A viewing will be held on Monday
from 7-8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at the church. Interment
will be held on Wednesday at the Smithfield City Cemetery at 2 p.m.

Originally published August 29, 2005