In the peaceful early morning hours of November 03, 2017, Bonnie J. Martin, 61, passed away in the comfort of her home and family.

A short, tumultuous battle with cancer opened the door, allowing for her continued journey.


To say Bonnie was something special in the lives of her family and friends would be an understatement. Full of life and joy, with a sharp wit, she brought a certain vibrancy to all that knew her. She loved the simple pleasures life has to offer – good friends, a campfire, snow falling in the woods, a good cup of tea and the expectation of her first grandchild.

Bonnie was born in Terre Haute, Indiana, January 05, 1956 to Paul Adrain and Helen Irene (Daggy) Martin.

In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her sister, Laura Doyle and brother Tim Martin.

Surviving are her husband, John Anslinger of Haubstadt, daughters Susan Anslinger (Jimmy Pugh) of Haubstadt and Kathleen Anslinger (Jordan Fortner) of Fort Branch, brother Geoff Martin (Nancy) of Terre Haute, Indiana and sister Rebecca Spence (Kevin) of Phoenix, Arizona, sisters-in-law Susan Anslinger of Evansville and Diane Anslinger of Haubstadt, brothers-in-law Mike Anslinger of Scott Depot WV, Steve Anslinger of Haubstadt and Steve Doyle of Terre Haute, Indiana as well as many nieces and nephews.

A Mass of Christian burial will be conducted by Father Tony Ernst on Monday, November 06, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Haubstadt. Burial in Sts. Peter and Paul Cemetery will follow. 

Visitation will be from 2 to 7 PM Sunday, November 5 at Wade Funeral Home. Visitation will also be held from 10 to 11 AM Monday, November 6 at the church.

Bonnie J. Martin