Bonnie Elaine Plucinski-Chavik peacefully joined the angels in Heaven on Saturday, July 16th, 2022, surrounded by her family. She was born on July 18, 1976 in Illinois.

Bonnie leaves behind her loving husband of 22 years, Dr. Stanislav Chavik, and their beautiful puppies: Harley, Chanel, and Peaches. She is survived by her loving parents Deacon Andrew and Bonnie Plucinski, her sister Stephanie Plucinski-Walsh (Kevin), and her nephew Colin and niece Caroline. Bonnie also is survived by her loving family through marriage, brothers Petr (Jarka) and Josef (Jindriska), nephew Filip, and nieces Mariana (Maja) and Zuzana.  Bonnie loved her many aunts, cousins, extended family, and dear friends.

Bonnie was a loving wife who was always fully supportive of her husband's education and career goals. They enjoyed dining out and many travel adventures. Stan was the love of Bonnie's life. Through the love and support they had for each other, they were able to relocate for employment opportunities in Lakeland, Florida, Lawton, Oklahoma, and Susanville, California, before returning to Florida.

Bonnie graduated from the Palm Beach County School District, received a Bachelor's Degree in Communications from Florida Atlantic University, a Masters in Exceptional Student Education from Lynn University, a second Masters Degree in Educational Leadership from Lynn University, and completed all the coursework for he r PhD in Educational Leadership from North Central University.

Bonnie was an educator for the Palm Beach County School District, and devoted her career to the students most in need. She was a teacher and an ESE Contact for Hospital Homebound, Varying Exceptionalities at Manatee Elementary, Intellectual Disabilities self-contained classroom at Hidden Oaks Elementary School, and providing educational services to students with delinquency involvement. Bonnie absolutely loved teaching so many wonderful students and would go above and beyond to make sure they had everything.  Bonnie cared for the underserved students of Palm Beach County, and teaching them brought her such joy.

Bonnie had a huge heart and loved taking care of her family and very dear friends. She was also the one who spoiled her physicians, nurses, and office staff because she always wanted them to know how much she appreciated them taking care of her. Since her passing, many have reached out personally to express their condolences, which was greatly appreciated by the family.

Bonnie was an avid traveler. She was always looking to explore the world. Bonnie took advantage of every opportunity to travel whether it be a domestic road trip or travel abroad. She went on many cruises to the Caribbean and Europe. Bonnie traveled to Ireland, Italy, and England with her sister on study abroad trips. She traveled to the Czech Republic with her husband to visit family. She always kept her passport in her purse because she wanted to be ready at all times for a great adventure. Bonnie's last trip was to Las Vegas, shortly before her passing.

Bonnie also enjoyed the arts. She loved live music events, and would frequently travel for special concerts. While in Las Vegas, Bonnie took in a Morrissey concert. Bonnie had her favorite museums to visit, and appreciated art from Andy Warhol. She enjoyed pop culture icons like Hello Kitty and Barbie. Bonnie liked to get a drink at Starbucks and people watch.

Boynton Memorial Chapel is facilitating services. Please join us in celebrating Bonnie's beautiful life on Friday, July 22, 2022, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 6090 Hypoluxo Road, Lake Worth, FL 33463. Visitation will be from 9:15 AM to 11:00 AM. Mass will begin at 11:00 AM. Light luncheon following services in the parish hall.

For any expressions of love, in lieu of flowers, donations can be made to support Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation through the following link: https://www2.jdrf.org/site/TR?fr_id=8722&pg=team&team_id=324299 This link is for #TeamSweetCaroline. Bonnie loved her niece and planned to participate in the walk on November 6, 2022 in West Palm Beach. Bonnie wanted Caroline to have so much support and be at the top of the leader board.