Bonnie J. Nipper Cruppernink

Bonnie J. Nipper Cruppenink, 85, of Collierville, TN, formerly of Danville passed away on October 26, 2012 at her residence. Bonnie was born on June 6, 1927 in Danville,Illinois to Evelyn (Ritter) and Jesse B. Spicer. She married Fred B. Nipper,Jr. in Danville, IL on October 5, 1946. He preceded her on January 19,1981. She then married Joseph L Cruppenink in Gatlinburg, TN on July 12, 1984. He preceded her on August 6 1997. She is survived by one daughter, Susan (Dave) Fox of Collierville, TN, two granddaughters, Jenny (Kiff) Newnum of Troy, Illinois and Becky (Justin) Wheeler of RAF Menwith Hill, England. Four great granddaughters, Kaelin and Lela Newnum of Troy, Illinois, and Addyson and Delaney Wheeler of England. One step-great grandson, Jaret Clarke of Pierre ,SD. She was preceded in death by both parents and one brother, Floyd Spicer. Bonnie graduated from Danville High School in 1945. Employed by Grogan Photo, USI Fertilizer, J.C. Penney, and retired from Harding Pharmacy. She enjoyed spending time with family, especially her great-granddaughters, who she loved dearly. A celebration of Bonnie's life will be held on Wednesday, October 31, 2012 at 2:00 PM at Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center, A Life Celebration Home in Danville with Jay Sorrell officiating. A visitation will be held from 5:00-8:00 PM on Tuesday, October 30, 2012 at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Spring Hill Cemetery. Please join Bonnie's family in sharing photos, videos, and memories of her through her tribute wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com