Bonnie Faye (Simms) Applegate

Bonnie Faye Applegate (Simms), 83, of Covington, Indiana, passed away peacefully on December 3, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on July 17, 1941, in Mason County, Kentucky, to Leonard "Mark" Simms and Lula Higdon Simms (Hamm), Bonnie was a beloved mother and grandmother known for her selfless and caring heart, always putting others first.

As a licensed practical nurse, Bonnie healed and touched the lives of many patients and their families throughout her career. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren, playing cards, board games, and various games on the tablet with her great-grandsons. She was always competitive, yet the type of person who would help others win or get ahead.

Bonnie faced a short but brave battle with colorectal cancer, showing strength and grace throughout. She is survived by her ex-husband, Ronald Applegate Sr.; her children, Darrell Applegate (Nyanne), Ronnie Applegate Jr. (Dana), and Shelley Applegate; her grandchildren, Alyssa Applegate, Tyler Applegate, Kaylyn Cappello (Blake), Levi Applegate, Jansen Applegate, and Allee Applegate; her great-grandchildren, Camden Custer, Lucy Cappello, Brayden Applegate, and Paisley Applegate; and her sibling, William Simms (Judy), along with many other family members and friends who loved her dearly.

Bonnie was preceded in death by her parents; her brothers, Leonard "Elwood" Simms and Wilbur Elroy Simms; and her nine sisters, Lilly Kathryn Hail, Christine Fritts, Mary Wallingford, Loretta Manning, Anna Woodward, Marilyn Bevins, Irene Simms, Beverly Swim, and Evelyn Wheeler.

Bonnie will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew her.

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