David E. Bonesteel, 59, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 18, 2011, at Ellis Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. David was an active member of the Community Reformed Church of Colonie and was an Eagle Scout. He was employed by Hudson River Tractor in Clifton Park. David was predeceased by his parents Harrison (Ted) and Mary Alice Bonesteel; his father Thomas Hughes; his sister Juanita Bonesteel and his brother Alan Bonesteel.
David is survived by his loving wife, Laurie Bonesteel of Colonie; he is the devoted father of Bonnie Quick of Clifton Park, Alison (James Farron) Courtright of Clifton Park, Stephen (Tammy) Bonesteel of Clifton Park and Paul Bonesteel of Colonie; he is the cherished grandfather of April Quick, Dyllan Courtright, Paige Courtright, Nelson Bonesteel, Antonio Bonesteel and Ryan Bonesteel. He is also survived by his sister Barbara (Ralph) Bortell of Bennington; his brothers Russell Bonesteel of Berlin and Robert (Theresa) Bonesteel of Immo, SC., and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be on Thursday at 11:00 at the Community Reformed Church of Colonie, 701 Sand Creek Road, Colonie. Calling hours will be Wednesday from 4 to 8 at New Comer Cannon Funeral Home, 343 New Karner Rd., Colonie. Interment will follow the service at Elmwood Hill Cemetery, Troy.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Community Reformed Church, 701 Sand Creek Road, Colonie 12205 in David's memory.