Service Information
Dr. Brian R. Bonte, age 62, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Sunday morning, December 15, 2019, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson.
Memorial Service will be Wednesday, December 18, 2019, at 11:00 A.M. at Christ the King Lutheran Church in Hutchinson.
Gathering of family and friends will be Tuesday, December 17, 2019, from 5:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M. at the Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel and will continue for one hour prior to the service at the church.
Obituary
Dr. Brian Robert Bonte was born on September 9, 1957, in Belmond, Iowa. He was the son of Merle and Joyce (Anderson) Bonte. Brian was baptized and was later confirmed in the Christian faith. He received his education in Belmond, and was a graduate of the Belmond High School Class of 1975. Brian furthered his education at Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa, and graduated in 1979. He continued on at Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine graduating in 1981.
On May 23, 1981, Brian was united in marriage to Beverly Park in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This marriage was blessed with two daughters, Bridgett and Beatrice. Brian began his medical practice in Ellendale, North Dakota in 1986. In 1990 to 1991, they relocated to Belle Fourche, South Dakota where he practiced for one year. In 1991, they made their home in Hutchinson and Brian began his practice at the Hutchinson Clinic. In 1992, Brian was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. He was faced with many challenges but continued with his practice full time until retiring on July 31, 2019.
Brian was an active member of Christ The King Lutheran Church in Hutchinson. He previously served several years as the McLeod County Coroner and was president of the Minnesota Board of Coroners. He was a current board member of the Aveyron Homes in Hutchinson. Brian was a volunteer physician for 10 years at a free clinic sponsored by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. He was previously the Director and Trainer for the Buffalo Lake Ambulance for several years. Brian was currently serving on the Minnesota Council of Disabilities and is a Certified Accessibility Specialist.
Brian enjoyed biking and spending time with his family.
When Brian needed assistance, he became a resident at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson on April 26, 2019. He passed away there on Sunday, December 15, 2019, at the age of 62 years. Blessed be his memory.
Brian is survived by his:
Wife, Bev Bonte of Hutchinson, MN;
Daughters, Bridgett Bonte-Chun and her husband, Jon, of South Minneapolis, MN,
Beatrice Bonte and her husband, Tim Brown, of Minneapolis, MN;
Grandchildren, Isla Chun and Koa Chun;
Siblings, John Bonte and his wife, Martha, of Cedar Rapids, IA,
Rick Bonte of Hot Springs, AR
Brian is preceded in death by his Parents, Merle and Joyce Bonte; and Sister-in-law, Dixie Bonte.
Cindy Gregorius says
Such a sad loss. He was a very kind man.
AJ & Jessica Forcier Family says
Hugs, thoughts and prayers to the Bonte family. He was an amazing Doctor and will be missed by the community.
Sheri Johnson says
I am so very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and doctor who always cared so much for everyone.
Darlene Erickson says
Bless Dr Bonte’s memory
Don n’ Darlene Erickson prayer’s to his family
Mary Berger says
Sympathy for the family. Dr. No Tek was my husbands doctor for years.
Jill Showalter says
Our thoughts and prayers are with Bev and the family. So sorry for your loss.
Debb says
RIP Dr.B you were one of a kind that did so much for us in the MS World. Thank you for being an inspiration and dear friend. We will do our best to continue your vision for all those living with MS, that being -be sure that we do live and do the best we can . Until we meet again.
Joan Doering says
So sorry for your loss he was a good Doctor . Gods Blessing to his family and friends.
Heather Scholl says
we are so so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing . He was a joy to work with and an absolutely wonderful man !
SuzyAffeldt says
God bless Dr Bonte and his friends and family!! Heaven is soooooo blessed!!
Mr n Mrs Eugene says
Bev; So saddened by the news of the loss of your Brian. Our hearts go out to you and your family. May God grant all of you peace in your loss. We are in TX visiting until January 2nd. Sorry we won’t be there to attend his celebration of life.. Eugene n Pearl Schimmel
Becky Meyers says
Deeply saddened to loose Doctor, friend & advocate for so many, he will be sorely missed. My heartfelt prayers & condolences to the family.
Cathy Fluck says
Our sympathy. Hard to lose such a great man. Jerry & Cathy Fluck
Dee strazzinski says
So sorry Bonnie. Dee Strazzinski
Joy and Al Cheney says
We send our heartfelt condolences to your entire family at this sad time.
Kendall Markovic says
Dr. Bonte was a patient of mine at Ecumen Oaks and Pines. He was a very sweet man and I enjoyed caring for him. I send my prayers and condolences to his family as he will be dearly missed by many.
Christine Peterson VanderVoort says
Dr Bonte was a great and source to me as I learned to deal wIth my diagnosis of MS.
May he rest in peace! Blessings to his family.
Holly says
He was an amazing physician and even better person. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing.
Riana Klaustermeier says
Oh Bev, I am so sorry 🙁 sending lots of love your way, and praying for you…
Paula Kirkpatrick says
I am very sorry to hear this. Prayers for strength and peace to you, Bev.
sheryl Danks says
What an amazing doctor! He always felt so sad for others with a disease but never himself with MS. Hutchinson lost a great guy. Your in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Darrel and Sheryl Danks
Joe DeMars says
RIP Dr. Bonte, he was my family doc for many years. Sad to hear this.
Cindy Katch (Cathy Bonte Manusos) Daughter says
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
DeeDee and Craig Reiner says
Bev, Bridgette and Bea and family
Rest in peace Dr. Bonte. Prayers and sympathies to the family. Dr. Bonte was an amazing man. He delivered our daughter Taylor almost 28 years ago On New Year’s Day. He became our family doctor and was there when she needed a pacemaker and in fact was there when she needed her second pacemaker. They became friends during this time and introduced us to another family that was going through the same. May everyone cherish all the memories they have of Brian. I know our family will.
Sandy Housman says
Dr. Bonte was my doctor for many years. He also serve as Medical Director for the Buffalo Lake Ambulance service for several years. He never let his MS stop him from caring for his patients. A great loss to the medical community!
Sandy Housman says
Dr. Bonte was my doctor for many years. He also served as Medical Director for the Buffalo Lake Ambulance service for several years. He never let his MS stop him from caring for his patients. A great loss to the medical community!
Bob and Mary Vieyra says
Dr. Bonte was our doctor for many years. He was a great doctor, and a wonderful man with a great sense of humor. He always had a positive attitude dealing with his MS. So sorry — prayers to Bev and family
Ava Flachmeyer says
Bev, I am so sorry for your loss. God’s peace be with you
Abigail Johnson says
Dr. Bonte was and will forever remain an incredible contribution to the Hutchinson community.
He has a caring and compassionate soul, empathizing with and advocating for many of our community’s members without a voice. I am proud to have met him.
Warm thoughts to his family; I can’t imagine what you are feeling. Take comfort in your precious memories, as they will always be there to console you.
Marsha Anderson says
So very sorry Bev and family.
Betsy and Lowell Himle says
We send our sympathy to Bev and family. We always enjoyed Brian’s sense of humor. Bless you all.
Elaine Gillen says
Bev and family, please accept my condolences on the passing of your dear husband and father. Dr. Bonte was a gentle, kind man. An honor to have known all of you even if for only a brief time. May God bless you with comfort and His peace upon you.
Julie Hutchins says
Dr. Bonte was a wonderful doctor and all around good guy. He was a great asset to our community and will be sorely missed. I will miss seeing him zoom up and down the halls of the hospital with his motorized scooter.
Heather Beckfield says
My deepest sympathies to Dr. Bonte’s family. He was a wonderful provider!!
Jeannie Elliott says
His chains are gone,
He’s been set free!!
Such a kind man, a good Dr,
an inspiration to many, always a smile on his face and a great scooter driver!!
He will be missed.
God bless his memory.
Jan and Bob carney says
Prayers are coming from Florida for the Bonte family…Dr. Bonte was Bobs doctor for many years, he saved his life by finding kidney cancer at an early stage….by Continuing to search for the reason Bob did not feel good….he never gave up until he found the problem….he are forever grateful for this amazing Doctor…..we will meet again in a glorious heaven!
Patricia Buske says
Dr. Bonte will be missed. I enjoyed his company very much. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bev and the rest of his family.
May God’s comfort give you strength.
Porky and Pat Buske
Marilyn says
Bev and family. Steve and I are high school classmates. We are so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. He was a wonderful man who will be missed by many. The class of 1975 will celebrate his memory this summer at our 45th class reunion.
Bill Murtha says
I loved this Doc. He delivered my daughter Laci 32 years ago. He was amazing and I thank him for his service and impact on so many. God Bless the Bontes. He will always be remember by us.