Bonnie Lee Katzev, 77, of Forks Twp., PA died Friday, July 3, 2020 at St. Luke’s Hospice House, Bethlehem, PA. Born December 23, 1942 in Batavia, NY she was a daughter of the late John and Lorraine (Boldrin) Sprung. A 1960 graduate of Depew High School in New York, she was a runway model in the Manhattan garment district for several years. But Bonnie’s love of horses led her to Bonnie Acres Farm in Freehold, NJ where she raised Arabian Show horses and in 1970 co-founded Straight Arrow Products, the makers of the original Mane ‘n Tail. She was a member of Lily Dale Assembly, Lily Dale, NY and part of their spiritualist community.
She is survived by three sons: Scott Katzev (Mary Ann) of Memphis, TN, Bradford Katzev (Lamphone) of Las Vegas, NV, and Devon Katzev (Ashyn) of Wind Gap, PA: four grandchildren: Jacob Katzev, Ken, Kailei and Vincent; and three great-grandchildren Kenny, Carson and Astor.
A calling period will be held from 5 PM to 7 PM Wednesday (July 8) in the Ashton Funeral Home, 1337 Northampton Street, Easton (masks and social distancing please). The family asks that those who are uncomfortable attending because of COVID, please feel free to extend a written condolence at www. AshtonFuneralHome.com instead. Memorial contributions may be made to www.bethlehemmountedpolice.org or www.equusfoundation.org.
Susan Rieger
July 7, 2020 at 10:32 am
I am so sorry for your loss. Bonnie was a great woman who accomplished so much in her life. I know she will be truly missed. My deepest sympathies.
Jill Rivera
July 7, 2020 at 11:49 am
So sorry for the families loss! I know the memory of your precious mom will live on in your hearts. Prayers and condolences for all
Judy Holton
July 7, 2020 at 11:59 am
I love my best friend since grade school….we had so much fun. I miss her calls & giggle-laugh. Wonderful human being. She had a bigger then life heart. ❤
Tracie J Leonard
July 7, 2020 at 12:14 pm
My condolences to everyone. She was a wonderful and unique woman. I will never forget the time I spent with her. I know she will be deeply missed.
Rosmary Hanych
July 7, 2020 at 1:15 pm
Someone so special, will not be forgotten, she filled my life with happiness and sweet feelings that will carry in my heart. Happy times and wonderful memories will always stay with me.I will always keep Bonnie in my heart.. thank you for the opportunity to meet such an amazing women and to invite us into your family.
Cathy Picciotti
July 7, 2020 at 1:29 pm
So sorry for your loss. I enjoyed Bonnie’s company and laughter. Prayers for peace, love and light.
Kim Haring
July 7, 2020 at 2:07 pm
My deepest condolences to the family. May the memories of Bonnie live in your hearts forever.
Tanya, Chris, & Zaden
July 7, 2020 at 2:43 pm
My heart goes out to the whole family. We loved Bonnie dearly and it was an honor to know her and spend time with her. She was such a joy to be around and I learned a lot from her. Rummy rules will never be the same. 😉 💜 Rest In Peace
Lisa Brancato
July 7, 2020 at 4:13 pm
I am very saddened by the news of Bonnie’s passing. I have fond and funny memories of the time we spent together. She was one of the most interesting people I have ever met and quite the character! We had lots of laughs together, especially over my Mogli stories. I am so happy to have known her. RIP friend. Condolences to the family.
Sharon Stine
July 7, 2020 at 4:18 pm
Please accept my sympathies on the loss of your mother. Know that I am thinking of you and your family at this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort in your memories…she will always be a part of you.
Rosemarie and Sal Agosta
July 7, 2020 at 5:47 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bonnie’s family. May her legacy and memories provide you with peace and comfort. We are new to the neighborhood and with the current crisis have not had the opportunity to get much time with Bonnie. Our deepest sympathy for your loss.
Bill & Judi Brugler
July 7, 2020 at 7:17 pm
Extending our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Bonnie. Keep all the good memories you have of her, and she will live on with you forever in your hearts. (We are her neighbors with the blue Chevy truck in the driveway.)
Mary Ann Stevens
July 7, 2020 at 8:02 pm
I’ve never met her but it sounds like I would have loved her! So sorry for your loss. My condolences to the family.
Linda & Jim Vainella
July 8, 2020 at 7:44 am
Dear Family,
We are saddened to hear of the passing of our neighbor. Take comfort in knowing you took very good care of Bonnie. We pray that God will comfort you during this time.
Frank and Annette
July 8, 2020 at 8:26 am
Devon and family,
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother.You are in our thoughts and prayers.Always keep her memory with you.
Lori Mlodossich
July 8, 2020 at 8:33 am
So sorry for the passing of your Mother may her memories live in your hearts forever .
Lee Martinez
July 8, 2020 at 10:00 am
We extend our deepest condolences to the children and family. May God comfort you all throughout this sad time of your great lost.
Sleep in peace Bonnie Katzev.
Lee Martinez and family
MARGARET E. ZABE
July 8, 2020 at 12:59 pm
Sorry to here of the passing of our neighbor Bonnie. Our prayers are blessings are with you during this time.
Bob and Margaret Zabe
Charlie Rush
July 8, 2020 at 3:36 pm
Scott, Brad and Devon I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. My condolences and prayers for you all and your families!!
Kathe Kubat
July 8, 2020 at 4:04 pm
I can only wish you all peace and comfort during this hard time. May Bonnie rest in peace and may her memory be eternal. With all my condolences. Kathe Kubat
Herb and Joanne Olson
July 8, 2020 at 4:45 pm
We were saddened to hear of the loss of one of our neighbors, Bonnie Katzev. May she rest in peace.
Kailei, Andrew and Baby Astor
July 8, 2020 at 4:48 pm
Bonnie went from a stranger to “adopting” us as grandchildren in no time flat. I will look back fondly on the times we spent shopping, playing cards and chatting over dinner. I’ll even look back fondly on the few times I had to hide the bread from her on the dinner table! She was an intelligent and eclectic woman with a spicy attitude whom we will miss. Her “grandson” Andrew loves to crack jokes with her and cook her food. Also her great grandson Astor loved to smile at her and hold her hand! We love you Bonnie, thank you for bringing our step dad and great boss Devon into this world and for creating a company with Phil that we love to work for!
Laraine C. Abbey-Katzev
July 8, 2020 at 6:49 pm
Bonnie was a lady with a variety of accomplishments. She was a horsewoman and a business entrepreneur with her husband Phil, having created many horse products sold through the Straight Arrow Corporation they founded. She had a lot on her plate as they also parented three delightful very close in age boys. Bonnie was self-educated in using herbs and natural things as medicines and quite sophisticated with their use.
She had some spiritual gifts as well, all in all making her a very unique soul. Sadly, she suffered more than her fair share of health issues but bore them gracefully.
As I became her ex-husband’s next wife, I was pleased by how charmingly welcoming she was to me on the first and following occasions of our meeting. Sadly, she left too early, but to a better place.
Rest in peace Bonnie Sprung-Katzev.
Friends of the Bethlehem Mounted Police
July 8, 2020 at 7:29 pm
To the Katzev family, Our Officers, volunteers, and Board of Directors, extend deepest condolences in the loss of your loved one. We wish you peace and cherished memories of a life well lived.
Kevin Seiler
July 8, 2020 at 9:42 pm
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing Devon. Please accept our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Kevin, Paula, Kristi and Kristopher Seiler
Stephen Kish
July 8, 2020 at 10:27 pm
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother.
Bob and Phyllis Bauer
July 10, 2020 at 9:26 am
Bonnie was a great person and we enjoyed the time we had as her neighbor. Our thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends.
Enterprise Systems Partners (espi)
July 10, 2020 at 12:00 pm
Devon,
Our sincere condolences and prayers for you and your family. May her soul rest in peace.
Vinay and Marea
Alice Nagy
July 11, 2020 at 9:30 am
Dear Ashyn,
Deepest sympathies to all your beautiful family.
Blessings, peace and love to everyone.
Alice
Denny and Lori Chapman
July 12, 2020 at 9:30 am
Sending our condolences and prayers for your family.
Denny and Lori Chapman
Lori Chapman
July 12, 2020 at 9:46 am
Deepest Sympathy
Those we love don’t go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.
Rest In Peace Mrs Katzev
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