Lois Bonnichsen, 92, of Wapello, passed away on Friday, December 13, 2024 at Lutheran Living. Visitation will be from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at Snyder & Hollenbaugh Funeral & Cremation Services of Wapello. Funeral Services will be 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, December 21, 2024 at the funeral home. Burial will be in Grandview Cemetery. A memorial has been established for St. Croix Hospice in Lois’ name. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.sandhfuneralservices.com.
Lois Lucille Stineman was born on June 11, 1932 in rural Wapello, the daughter of Frank and Inez (Paris) Stineman. Lois was a 1950 graduate of Wapello High School. In 1950, Lois married Arlo Lessenger. They later divorced. Later in December 1959, Lois married Argene Bonnichsen. He preceded her in death on November 13, 2016. Lois and Argene were the owners and operators of the Grandview Market from the early 60’s until the mid-80’s. Lois was a member of the Eastern Star, Red Hats, the Louisa County historical society and Grandview City Council. She enjoyed quilting, bowling, playing cards, riding her bike to the swimming pool, and had quite an extensive doll collection. Lois was involved for several years with the Community Club in Grandview and she and Argene served as Grand Marshals of the Grandview 4th of July parade. Above all Lois enjoyed most attending her children and grandchildren’s activities and sporting events.
Lois will be deeply missed by her children, Brian (Fran) Lessenger of Grandview, Teresa (Brian) Shepley of Florence, Arizona, Pete (Carolyn) Lessenger of Wapello, Carl (Lisa) Bonnichsen of rural Letts, Casey Bonnichsen of Grandview and Craig (Dana) Bonnichsen of Grandview; 17 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great granddaughter.
Lois was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Argene Bonnichsen; seven brothers; one sister and grandson-in-law.