Bonnie M. Wnenkowski, 75, passed away April 22, 2026. A woman of sharp intellect and deep compassion, Bonnie bridged the worlds of high-tech innovation and animal welfare.
Bonnie was a cornerstone of Bell Labs/Lucent Technologies for 32 years.
An alumna of Elmhurst College, Saint Louis University, Yale University and Texas A&M, she was a lifelong learner who recently graduated from the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program (Class of 2021).
In 1998, she founded Equine Goddess, merging her entrepreneurial spirit with her love for horses. A dedicated advocate for equine rescue, Bonnie worked tirelessly to ensure horses found safe, loving homes.
She was as comfortable in the boardroom as she was in the saddle.
She is survived by her children, Bradley Donald and Genevieve Ma’yet.
Her legacy remains a testament to strength, brilliance, and her heart for the voiceless.
All services are private.
Arrangements provided by Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard, IL (www.brustfuneralhome.com).
