Geoffrey James Bonk of Minnetonka, Minnesota left his adventures here on earth unexpectedly, without pain or fear 8 days after his 50th birthday on June 13, 2022 from a presumed cardiac arrhythmia. Geoff was in Yellowstone National Park enjoying one of, if not, the best 24 hours of his life with Megan (Dahlquist Bonk), his kids, Henrik (11) and Anna Beatrice (10), and in-laws, Tom and Mary Ann Dahlquist (Orono, MN). Geoff had just spoken to his mother, Nancy Bonk (Allouez, WI), an hour prior and shared how happy he was, and that he loved her. In addition, he always had his sister, Pamela Bonk (Chanhassen, MN), father, Dennis Bonk (Allouez, WI) and brother-in-law, Matthew Dahlquist (Deborah Oakes) (St. Paul, MN) close in heart and mind. Geoff grew-up in Allouez, WI, 10 minutes from his beloved Lambeau Field. He followed in his father and sister’s footsteps to study at the University of WI, Madison. Geoff loved attending Badger games, working at Dotty Dumpling’s Dowry, hanging out at Paul’s Club, and made some of his closest, life-long friends. After college Geoff backpacked through Europe before deciding to venture out west to Flagstaff, AZ and Jackson Hole, WY where he discovered his love of the mountains, snowboarding, and being in nature. But the Midwest called, and Geoff moved back to Wisconsin before meeting Megan. He moved to Minnesota and married Megan on Feb 5, 2005 and embarked on his favorite adventure, raising their kids. Geoff’s biggest goal in life was to be an amazing friend, son, brother, husband, but most of all father. He succeeded! Geoff was playful, loving, an incredible hugger and never hesitated to tell you that he loved you. His passion for Megan and the kids was palpable along with his love of spending time with family and friends, and their children. Geoff loved bringing his kids to school, going to their sporting events, cheering on the Packers and Badgers, traveling, bird watching, looking at the night sky, meeting up with his buddies for an old fashioned or beer, spending time on Lake Minnetonka, enjoying family pets or just sitting on the deck listening to music. If he was with family and friends, Geoff Bonk was happy! At his birthday dinner Geoff raised his glass to share he was the happiest he had ever been. He told us he felt truly blessed in life through our family, our amazing friends (both new and old), the travels we had taken, our home and everything life had brought him. He will be deeply missed; however, we are thankful for the indelible mark he left on our hearts. A service will be held on Tuesday, June 28 at 11AM at Westwood Community Church, 3121 Westwood Dr, Chanhassen, with visitation one hour prior. Following the service, those that would like to toast Geoff and help celebrate his life, please join the family for an open house at Back Channel Brewing Co., 4787 Shoreline Dr, Spring Park between 1-4PM. Memorials can be made to a charity of your choice or to Henrik and Anna Beatrice’s education fund by sending checks to Megan Bonk, c/o RBC Wayzata, 641 E Lake St. Wayzata MN 55391 with Attn: Joe Piche, College Fund in the memo.
Published in Green Bay Press Gazette
Geoffrey James Bonk of Minnetonka, Minnesota left his adventures here on earth unexpectedly, without pain or fear 8 days after his 50th birthday on June 13, 2022 from a presumed cardiac arrhythmia. Geoff was in Yellowstone National Park enjoying one of, if not, the best 24 hours of his life with Megan (Dahlquist Bonk), his kids, Henrik (11) and Anna Beatrice (10), and in-laws, Tom and Mary Ann Dahlquist (Orono, MN). Geoff had just spoken to his mother, Nancy Bonk (Allouez, WI), an hour prior and shared how happy he was, and that he loved her. In addition, he always had his sister, Pamela Bonk (Chanhassen, MN), father, Dennis Bonk (Allouez, WI) and brother-in-law, Matthew Dahlquist (Deborah Oakes) (St. Paul, MN) close in heart and mind. Geoff grew-up in Allouez, WI, 10 minutes from his beloved Lambeau Field. He followed in his father and sister’s footsteps to study at the University of WI, Madison. Geoff loved attending Badger games, working at Dotty Dumpling’s Dowry, hanging out at Paul’s Club, and made some of his closest, life-long friends. After college Geoff backpacked through Europe before deciding to venture out west to Flagstaff, AZ and Jackson Hole, WY where he discovered his love of the mountains, snowboarding, and being in nature. But the Midwest called, and Geoff moved back to Wisconsin before meeting Megan. He moved to Minnesota and married Megan on Feb 5, 2005 and embarked on his favorite adventure, raising their kids. Geoff’s biggest goal in life was to be an amazing friend, son, brother, husband, but most of all father. He succeeded! Geoff was playful, loving, an incredible hugger and never hesitated to tell you that he loved you. His passion for Megan and the kids was palpable along with his love of spending time with family and friends, and their children. Geoff loved bringing his kids to school, going to their sporting events, cheering on the Packers and Badgers, traveling, bird watching, looking at the night sky, meeting up with his buddies for an old fashioned or beer, spending time on Lake Minnetonka, enjoying family pets or just sitting on the deck listening to music. If he was with family and friends, Geoff Bonk was happy! At his birthday dinner Geoff raised his glass to share he was the happiest he had ever been. He told us he felt truly blessed in life through our family, our amazing friends (both new and old), the travels we had taken, our home and everything life had brought him. He will be deeply missed; however, we are thankful for the indelible mark he left on our hearts. A service will be held on Tuesday, June 28 at 11AM at Westwood Community Church, 3121 Westwood Dr, Chanhassen, with visitation one hour prior. Following the service, those that would like to toast Geoff and help celebrate his life, please join the family for an open house at Back Channel Brewing Co., 4787 Shoreline Dr, Spring Park between 1-4PM. Memorials can be made to a charity of your choice or to Henrik and Anna Beatrice’s education fund by sending checks to Megan Bonk, c/o RBC Wayzata, 641 E Lake St. Wayzata MN 55391 with Attn: Joe Piche, College Fund in the memo.
Published in Green Bay Press Gazette