Bonnie L. Conklin

Bonnie L. (Smith) Conklin, 70, of Palmerton, Pennsylvania, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019, with her loving husband, Robert, and family at her side, at her home.  Born in Dover, New Jersey, she was the daughter of the late Robert and Dorothy (Bell) Smith.

Bonnie enjoyed camping, listening to country music and the oldies, and her sweet puppy, Henry.  She loved baking with her children and grandchildren.  Her favorite pastime was spending quality time with her family.  Bonnie was lovingly referred to as "Gert", a nickname her husband Robert gave her.

Survivors: Loving husband, Robert. Daughters, Emma Michlovsky and companion, William Morales, of Palmerton, Barbara wife of Daniel Collins of Glen Allen, VA, Thelma wife of Jonathan Heil of Saylorsburg.  Son, Robert, III and wife Tammy Conklin of Palmerton.  17 grandchildren and 17 great-grandchildren  Sisters, Maryann Crum of Effort, Margaret Davis of Lehighton, Barbara Meshach and Diane Smith, both of Easton, Linda Steele of NJ, Wanda Smith of Baltimore, MD.  Brothers, Michael, Timothy and LeRoy Smith, all of Easton, Robert Smith of Slatington, and Clifford Smith of Bangor. Numerous nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a daughter, Robin Conklin in 1990, and a brother, Gary Vanderstad.

Services: Services will be private and at the convenience of the family.  Arrangements are by Campton Funeral Home, 525 Delaware Avenue, Palmerton, PA 18071.  Online Condolences may be left for the family at: www.schislerfuneralhomes.com .

Contributions: May be made in her memory to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.