Craig Bonzo Bonner – Came into this world on January 7, 1960 and left it on December 31, 2016 – his and Mo’s 30th wedding anniversary at home in El Cerrito. Craig grew up in Ventura, graduated from Ventura High School in 1978 and from UCSB’s School of Creative writing in 1983. Although Bonzo spent many years working in tech, his great passions were music, Mo, and his dogs. He wrote most of his own songs, and could ad-lib on a dime. The bands he led include – The Boobs, Henchmen of Paradise, and the Bankrupt Sugar Daddies. He played in fine establishments such as, The Grass Shack in Isla Vista, Joeseppi’s on State Street, Marin Brewery, the Ape Hanger Lounge on A Street, and many house parties. Bonzo had the uncanny ability to light up a room, was able to connect with anyone, and he never forgot a face. He had a heart of gold, and could be a royal pain in the ass.
He joins his mother Patti Perla, stepfather Joe Perla, dogs Amelia, Emma, and Maggie. He is survived by his wife Maureen Bonner (Mo); sisters Mary Katherine Lynch, Susan Bonner; brothers Bill and Bob Bonner; dog Marlena and too many friends to count.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Mitch Berger, Dr. Jennifer Clark, the nursing staff at UCSF, Dr. Jamie Rembert, and Dr. Eileen Consorti and her office for their care and support.
A celebration of life will be held on Sunday, February 12 at the Marin Rod and Gun Club, 2675 Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, San Rafael, CA 94901, from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m., there will be a special tribute at 3:00 p.m.