Mary Ann "Bonni" Raynor

Mary Ann (Bonni) Raynor passed away at the age of 80, on Wednesday March 1, 2023.

Mary Ann was born in Northampton PA during Orthodox Easter and was promptly nicknamed Bunni by her father Wallace and mother Helen, (Olexa) Vasilawsky. She married Willard O. Raynor (Bill) on Oct 31, 1964 in Northampton PA. She was a loving mother to her son and daughter, Charles and Andrea.

Bonni had many interests. Early in her life she was a lifeguard, and honors student. She attended Bucknell University where she majored in English and was on the dean’s list. She was known for her quick wit and somewhat dark sense of humor. She met Bill Raynor at Bucknell University. They were married for 58 years. Early in their marriage she was an English teacher in Washington NJ. Later, Bill served in U.S. Army at Ft Hamilton, Brooklyn NY and Bonni worked as a Social Worker for the City of New York. They moved to Newtown CT. in 1969. She was president of the League of Women Voters and served in local politics. She was also active in the local Ukrainian Orthodox church as secretary. They moved to Worthington MA 1982 where they spent many years enjoying the Berkshires, especially in the summer. Bonni received her Master’s Degree in Social Work while working as Human Resources Manager at Berkshire Life in Pittsfield. Under the leadership of Joan McFalls at Berkshire Life she was integral in creating the first in house employee childcare center that served many companies in the area. She also worked as a Court Appointed Special Advocate for Children.

Wisely, Bill and Bonni decided to retire early and spend their time travelling. They travelled together around the world with highlights in China, Egypt and Ukraine. They moved to Bradenton, Florida in 2006 and in 2019, they moved to Rhode Island to be closer to their children.

Bonni’s health was a profound challenge for several years. Her family was very grateful to be able keep her home with the help of family and dedicated caregivers. Bonni is survived by her husband Bill and their two children, Charles, Andrea and son in law, Charlie.

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in Avery-Storti Funeral Home, 88 Columbia St, Wakefield, RI. A visitation will be held in Pennsylvania on Monday, March 13, 2023 from 11:30 am to 12:00pm in Assumption of Virgin Mary Orthodox Church, 1301 Newport Ave, Northampton, PA. The funeral service will follow at 12:00 pm in Assumption of Virgin Mary Orthodox Church. Burial to immediately follow the funeral service.