Bonnie was born on August 13th, 1942 in Parkston, SD .  Bonnie and Ed met when Bonnie was 16 years old, fell in love and got marrried in 1963.  As a family, they resided in Sioux Falls where they started Benson's Flea Market with their partner Jerry Warren in 1969.  Fifteen years later, they purchased their home on Lake Madison. In the winter months you could find Ed and Bonnie at their AZ home playing card games and spending time with friends.  Bonnie volunteered her time at the Moose Lodge in Sioux Falls.  She loved to quilt in her free time and donated quite tops to children and families in need.  

Bonnie is survived by her husband Edward L. Benson; their son Todd Benson; 2 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.