Bonnie Lou Piotter [Cornell Elementary PE Teacher] (formerly of Lansing,Mi) passed away peacefully at the age of 85 on June 21, 2026, in McKinney, Texas. She was preceded in death by: her parents Bessie and Reynold Sweet, her brother Jack Sweet and her husband Jack Piotter
She was born on September 16, 1940, in South Lyon, Michigan, where she was raised and educated from kindergarten through high school.
Bonnie pursued her passion for education at Michigan State University, earning a B.S in Physical Fitness Education. She continued her studies at Western Michigan University, where she received her M.A in Education.
Bonnie began her teaching career at Kalamazoo College and later spent 30+ years as an elementary physical education teacher with the Okemos Public School System.
Bonnie will be remembered for her kindness, spunk, humor, dedication, and unwavering faith. She was a devoted daughter who took care of her parents in their final years. She was willing to help all in need.
She is survived by her children Jeffrey Piotter, Denise (Tim) Swartz and Steven (Christine) Piotter, grandchildren Joel (Megan) Swartz, Corrine (Jason) Soave, Jeffrey (Becca) Piotter, Madeleine (Jason) Gamble, Jeanna Piotter, Reece (Allison) Piotter, 4 great grandchildren, brother Jerry Sweet, sister Nelly Avis, and numerous nieces and nephews.
The family would like to thank her brother Jerry and her nephews Doug and Greg for their care over the last 5 years as well as numerous caregivers.
In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in Bonnie’s memory to St.Jude.org
Service information can be found under Bonnie Piotter @ www.phillipsfuneral.com
Posted online on June 30, 2026. Published in Lansing State Journal
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