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This blog is not usually focused on local people, but the person was a special one for Northampton. Bonnie Ascher.

I knew her only as Bonnie. I was told that I would meet her when I moved to Market St. When you are forewarned about a person before you meet them your antenna sticks up. Well I forgot about it until after a few weeks on Market St when I went to the dumpster behind my house. Bonnie was on me like white on rice. She was wondering what I was doing in Stuart’s dumpster (she also shared it) Well I explained in a long winded manner that I was a new tenant in the building. And I was going for my first dump run. She asked me my name and what I did for a living. She said she doesn’t remeber names but only what they do in relation to other people or their location. So from then on I was called Genius. She loved to talk to me about my schooling. So I took the time to tell her. She always looked me directly in the eye.

Well I only knew her for a year but will never forget her. We on earth will miss you Bonnie. I have captured some parting thoughts people have said from another site HERE

October 29, 2009

As a downtown resident, Bonnie was someone I could count on seeing each and every day. Somedays it was just a hello, other days she asked after other folks. I for one will certainly miss running into her. My thoughts are with you.

~ Michael, Northampton, Massachusetts

October 29, 2009

I am sorry for your loss.

I knew Bonnie for years because she would come into my workplace frequently. When I was pregnant with my twins, Bonnie gave me a fantastic book, “Super Baby Food” about making your own baby & toddler food – I used that book constantly and then gave it to another friend with a baby.

She will be missed by many.

~ Rachel, Easthampton, Massachusetts

October 28, 2009

Beckie,I’m very sorry for the loss of your mother.My thoughts and prayers are with you.Your friend,Michelle

October 28, 2009

Jeanette and family:

I was very sorry to learn of Bonnie’s death. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Best wishes to you.

David Robinson

North Haven, CT (formerly of Longmeadow and Springfield)

~ David Robinson, North Haven, Connecticut

October 28, 2009

To the Ascher Family, Iam sorry about the loss of your daughter, Bonnie.

You will be greatly missed Bonnie! Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

From everyone at Spoleto

The bike path in downtown Northampton has been at a standstill since last winter. It seemed  it was moving at a fast pace when the two bridges were installed. But since that snowy fall day nothing has been added. Maybe soon