Bonnie Andreas

Bonnie Andreas

October 25, 1945 – October 19, 2026

Bonnie Andreas, age 80, of Wausau, Wisconsin, passed away on Monday, October 19, 2026, just six days before her 81st birthday.

Born on October 25, 1945, in Athens, Wisconsin, Bonnie lived life to the fullest and was never afraid to speak her mind. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother whose life was centered around the people she loved and the experiences that made life meaningful.

Bonnie married the one love of her life, Franklin Andreas, on October 23, 1965. Together, they shared a lifetime of love and memories until his passing in 2008.

Bonnie had many interests and enjoyed pursuing her passions over the years. For approximately 30 years, she collected Charming Tales, a collection that remained a special part of her life. She also enjoyed bowling for 17 years, an experience that brought her a memorable accomplishment when she won a trip to Washington, D.C.

Bonnie will be remembered for her strong personality, her willingness to speak her mind, and the way she embraced life on her own terms. Above all, she cherished her family and the memories they shared. Her presence, her spirit, and her love will be deeply missed by those who knew her.

Bonnie is survived by her son, Richard Andreas (Dawn Allen); her grandchildren, Carson Andreas, Ava Andreas, Sawyer Sopa, and Shania Sopa; her brothers, Don Kohnhorst (Mary) and James Kohnhorst; her son-in-law, Shawn Sopa, and his wife, Christine; and many nieces and nephews, including Mark Kohnhorst.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Franklin Andreas; her daughter, Susan Sopa; her parents, Richard and Frances (Bacon) Kohnhorst; and her siblings, Karl Kohnhorst (Marjorie), Mary Kellnhofer (William), Dorothy Eckes (Frank), Sharon Kohnhorst (Kenneth Heldt), and Richard Kohnhorst Jr.

Bonnie leaves behind a family who will forever cherish her memory and the many moments they shared. Though she will be greatly missed, the love she gave and the memories she created will live on in the hearts of those who knew her.

A Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, October 30, 2026, at the Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, 3400 Stewart Avenue, Wausau. Visitation will be held on Friday from 1:00 p.m. until the time of services all at the Stewart Avenue funeral home. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com