Bonnie Easterling Pridgen
January 18, 1958 – January 21, 2022
Bonnie Easterling Pridgen, 64, of Chesterfield passed away on Friday, January 21, 2022.
She was born on January 18, 1958 in Chicago, Ill. to Oudia Preece and Donald Easterling. Bonnie was raised in Jacksonville, Florida and moved to Richmond, Virginia in the 1970’s. Bonnie cherished the beaches, mountains, traveling and talking with friends and family. For over the past 40 years, her calling was in early childhood education at Bonnie’s Home Daycare. She was passionate about teaching and helping children find their voice. She was an advocate for in-home daycares and loved her daycare family.
Bonnie was active in the spiritual community in Richmond and Fredericksburg, including Living the Miracle. She was a Oneness Blessing facilitator, Reiki master, heart activator and medical intuitive.
She is survived by her children, Derrick Pridgen, Deborah Howton (Stuart) and Kristina Pridgen; her grandchildren, Ariel Pridgen, Lola Pridgen, James Howton, and Ella June Howton; her siblings in Jacksonville, Florida, Darryl Easterling, David Easterling and Kimberly Meurer; and by many wonderful family members and friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, April 3 at Studio D Yoga in Midlothian, Va.
A donation in her honor can be made to Hopewell Humane Society and Richmond Wildlife Center.
We miss you so much, Bonnie! Thank you for loving us and for being our friend for so many years. I could not have raised my babies without you. We will hold you forever in our hearts. Reat in peace.
Nicole, Joe, Katie and Nate
Bonnie was such a loving, caring person, who loved her family, and a real mama bear when it came to the most vulnerable among us. She is so Loved.
Aunt Bonnie will be missed. She always had positive vibes and glowed with positivity. May she shine like a star .
You may not be walking this earth among us any longer, but I feel your presence every day. From the time we first met when you were a tween you have always held a special place in my heart. LOVE ALWAYS Aunt Helen
Bonnie was always so kind and supportive.
Even when she had her own challenges to contend with she was always quick to send a note of encouragement .
We will always miss her gentle caring spirit .
A wonderful person. With great depth. A huge heart.
Bonnie’s friendship goes back to 70’s. She always kept in touch and was there in my life showing peace and love. She loved her children and those she cared for .
A true Angel ! Now with her mother ,she loved very much. Her sister and brothers more like family .we will miss you Bonnie.