Bonnie Jean von Ebers, nee Laper, age 67, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2026. She spent her final days surrounded by those she loved, having a cup of coffee, listening to her favorite songs, and telling her husband and children "I love you more."

At the center of Bonnie's world was her family. She was the beloved wife of Jim von Ebers, her high school sweetheart; devoted mother of Kelly Lawler (Dan), Kevin von Ebers (Erica), and Amanda von Ebers; and cherished daughter of Barbara Laper.

Nothing brought Bonnie more joy than being "Gramma" to her five treasured grandchildren, Jaxson, Hadleigh, Adeline, Lillian, and Evelyn. They were the light of her life and she delighted in spending time with them, taking selfies, and spoiling them on every holiday, milestone, or whenever she found a good sale on clothing in the next size up.

She is also survived by her siblings Cinde, Thomas (Sharon), Barbie (Jerry), and Jimmy (Renee) along with dozens of cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family members. She was preceded in death by her sister, Debbie (Dave).

For more than ten years, Bonnie refused to let her cancer diagnosis define her, beating the odds more times than anyone thought possible. She faced every setback with remarkable determination, fighting constantly for more memories and time, giving her family precious years together they will forever treasure. For as long as she could, Bonnie found joy in her favorite traditions. She loved shopping, especially the legendary Black Friday adventures with her sisters that often stretched into two-day events. She cherished family holidays - most notably Christmas and St. Patrick's Day, refurbishing her and Jim's family summer home at Goose Lake, sitting on the front porch, and crafting with her daughters, sisters, and grandchildren. For decades, Bonnie worked as a legal secretary where she found not only a career she loved but lifelong friends who became family.

Family and friends will be received at the Conboy-Westchester Funeral Home, 10501 W. Cermak Rd., Westchester, IL, on Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 3:00-8:00pm, with a chapel service beginning at 7:00 p.m. Interment private.

Bonnie always said if she won the lottery she would give all of the money to children fighting cancer. In her memory, in lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Ronald McDonald House at Loyola University Medical Center.

Arrangements entrusted to Peter B. Kennedy & Co., Funeral Directors. Funeral Info: 708-562-5900.