My condolences Chris, to you and your family on the passing of your Mother.

My deepest condolences go out to the Bonthron family. I knew Judy when I was a small child and into my early teen years. Her, my mother (Chris Dreher) and Beth Armstrong were friends. We shared many visits at her and Beths apartment at 185 st James Street in London. (I hope Im remembering the address right). Judy was always a happy, fun, engaging person.

Chris, Katie and family, each time i saw your mother at the cottage i was always greeted with a big smile and friendly hello. Those are all great pictures, especially the ones of your mom and her grandchildren.
Sorry for your loss.

Chris+ Katie and Family
Please accept Our Sincere Condolences on the death of your Mom. She will be Missed by All who knew her.
Hang on to those Wonderful Memories you have of her. These pictures tell of a Great Life she had. Kathy+Amy Olson

Judy always made our get togethers fun, especially when she’d do her silly accents. We’d laugh hysterically. I’m grateful for those memories and will always remember those days of laughter. She was always so positive. Such a good careing friend. Lots of fun ski days, beach days and coffee dates. She’ll be missed.

Judy was and always will be a legend at Arbour Glen Day Nursery in London. I worked with her from 1990 until she retired. Her name is displayed on our Wall of Fame for long-term employees. But she was always far more than that.
The fierceness and depth of her friendships has always been inspiring.
She always told the funniest stories, sang to the children spontaneously and was just the coolest rollerblading grandma you ever cared to meet.
My heart goes out to all of those whose hearts are broken today.

Judy was a good friend and great lady. My Condolences to her family.

Sincere condolences to the Bonthron family.
I remember Judy from SHDHS, Exeter….she always had a smile.
Marie (Denomme) Sawa.

To Christopher, families and friends.
Sorry to hear of Judy’s passing. Our condolences to all.

I remember Judy from Exeter Public School days.
I was the other ‘Judy’ in the class.
Sending condolences to all the family from Cornwall, United Kingdom.

Please accept our deepest condolences to everyone in the Bonthron family on the loss of your dear Judy.

Chris, Katie and family, lots of nice photos of your mom. My mom likes to reminisce about Judy Tennant being the first to invite her to a birthday party upon moving to Exeter from Whalen Corners in 1949. Sending my sincere condolences.

Katie, Chris, Tracey, and all the kids, we are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful Mum. I just love seeing the pictures of her at the cottage and the memories they bring back. Always smiling and ready to chat about anything! Sending you all lots of love. May Judy rest in peace.

Bonthron…as she was known to the toddlers at Arbour Glen Day Nursery, was a true “toddler whisperer”. She got them and they loved her. As any parent of toddlers know, the toddler years can present many challenges Bonthron was there to help us navigate those times, reminding us that toddlers see the world in a different way than Mums and Dads. I sought out her guidance more than a few times while navigating those toddler years. After our children graduated Arbour Glen, I would still seek her guidance from time to time on challenges in the teenage years…and she would tell me “teenagers are simply older toddlers”.
She brought her wisdom and deep knowledge of ECE to the Arbour Glen Board, always keeping us focussed on what mattered the most…the children.
Bonthron also was an amazing sewer and taught me how to make covers, with piping, for box cushions…showing the same patience with me as she did with her toddler charges. Which was appreciated as I was a slow learner!!
Our lives were richer because Bonthron was part of it.
Our deepest condolences to Bothron’s family, and all who loved her.

I had the privilege of working alongside Judy at Arbour Glen Day Nursery from ‘86 to ‘89. Your mom was a gem . Thoughtful, patient and quick to laugh. I was fresh out of college and learned a lot about life and love while we cared for the children in our care. Take care
Rest in peace, Judy
Carolyn Regier Mathonia

Chris, Katie and family I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Judy from when I was as a very young child to well into my teen years. She, Beth and my mom all worked together and we’re great friends for many years. I have so many found memories of our visits with tons of laughs and so much fun. Judy was such a amazing lady and she will be dearly missed.

To all of Bonthron’s loved ones,

I worked with Judy at Arbour Glen both as a student and coworker for 8 yrs, before leaving to raise my family.

Judy was always full of life and laughter-she was compassionate and kind and help anyone. As written in the tributes to your Mom, (or as many knew her- Judy, Jude, Bonthron) she was willing to help and share her wealth of knowledge not just for child development but for life.

I remember the days of Judy rollerblading into the parking lot with a smile on her face daily.

It’s been years since I have seen or spoken to her, but she did leave a lasting impression.

When I saw this obituary I was sad to see her passing. I smiled and fondly remembered many chats we had and all the love she shared watching the photo slide show-she radiated love, life and was full of laughter always.

I am truly sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Bev Dayman (Dauncey)

To Chris, his family, and friends – deepest condolences on the passing of your dear mother. Keeping you and her memory in our minds.

Chris and Tracey, Robyn, Ben Katie,Maya and Lex. I don’t need to tell you how much your Mum/ Grandma /Grammie meant to me.I know you know. Her celebration could not have been more perfect. Everyone in the room could feel your love for her . It was very powerful . I know your Mum was loving every moment of it. Everytime I look at Popcorn doggie I smile and feel her love. Thanks to all of you for being such an important part of my life.

My sincere ‘Sympathies’ to all of Judy’s family & friends. I remember Judy from SHDHS days., & yrs later in London when we’d bump into each other & share our stories……Always, always a beautiful smile!! 🦋

I am so saddened to learn of Judy’s passing! She was my sister Mary Shaw’s best friend in high school at SHDHS. And such a good friend! So quick with a smile and a laugh. She would travel with my family to Florida and I often went camping with her sister Joanne and their parents. I lost touch with her, but it is so wonderful to see the pictures. She was a great person and her family was very fortunate to have her! My deepest sympathies to all!