(From Parker Mortuary) Tommy Leo Bonebrake, 88, of Webb City, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 9, 2025, at Freeman Hospital, surrounded by his family.
Tommy was born December 29, 1936, in Pineville, Missouri, to William and Pansy Bonebrake. He was a lifelong area resident and a man known for his integrity, work ethic, and devotion to his family and faith.
He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Terry Bonebrake.
Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Hattie Mae Bonebrake; his daughter, Lisa Kay Hopson, and her husband, Andrew Gail Hopson, of Gainesville, Florida; his brother, Jerry Bonebrake, and sister-in-law, Faye; his sister, Billie Allman, and brother-in-law, Jack; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family members.
Tommy began his career as a schoolteacher and basketball coach before entering the business world. He served as director of sales at Webb Corporation for many years, earning the respect of clients across the country with his honest approach and dedication. He also co-owned and operated Kozy Kamp, a popular canoe resort on the Elk River, with Hattie, Jerry, Faye, Jack and Billie. For more than two decades, they welcomed campers from near and far, creating lasting memories for generations of families at the resort begun by his parents in 1963.
A longtime member of Webb City Church of the Nazarene, Tommy lived out his faith in quiet service and generosity. He was a devoted husband, father, and friend.
A lifelong sports enthusiast, he also enjoyed fishing and good conversation. He loved watching birds and squirrels from the backyard he and Hattie tended together. More than anything, he treasured time spent with family and friends, sharing stories, laughter, and the simple joys of life.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 7:30 pm Thursday at Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary with funeral services Friday 11 am at the same location. Burial will follow at Pineville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Pineville Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.
Tommy began his career as a schoolteacher and basketball coach before entering the business world. He served as director of sales at Webb Corporation for many years, earning the respect of clients across the country with his honest approach and dedication. He also co-owned and operated Kozy Kamp, a popular canoe resort on the Elk River, with Hattie, Jerry, Faye, Jack and Billie. For more than two decades, they welcomed campers from near and far, creating lasting memories for generations of families at the resort begun by his parents in 1963.
A longtime member of Webb City Church of the Nazarene, Tommy lived out his faith in quiet service and generosity. He was a devoted husband, father, and friend.
A lifelong sports enthusiast, he also enjoyed fishing and good conversation. He loved watching birds and squirrels from the backyard he and Hattie tended together. More than anything, he treasured time spent with family and friends, sharing stories, laughter, and the simple joys of life.
Visitation will be held from 6 to 7:30 pm Thursday at Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary with funeral services Friday 11 am at the same location. Burial will follow at Pineville Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations to Pineville Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Thornhill-Dillon Mortuary, Joplin, Missouri.
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