Johnny Wayne “Fatback” Bonner, 47, of Pace, passed away Sunday, January 22, 2017 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, FL. Johnny was born January 22, 1970 in Pensacola, FL.

He was a loving father to his 2 children, “Pawpaw Fatback” to his 3 grandchildren, a caring son and brother, and a friend to many. Johnny never met a stranger and was always the life of the party. He loved hunting, riding motorcycles and most of all, spending time with his family and friends.

Johnny was preceded in death by his grandparents; his father, Johnny Mack Bonner; and father-in-law, Jerry “Coon Hunter” Haupert.

He is survived by his children: Ashley Bonner (Clay Cummings), Jody Bonner, Zac Tipton, and Jaiden Morris; grandsons, Tripp, Brantley, and Taiten; his mother, Deborah (Mike) Minda; step-mother, Paula Bonner; sisters: Laurie (Frank) Berry, Haley (Aaron) Skipper, and Donna (Randy) Paul; fiancé Jennifer Morris; and countless other family and friends.

Trahan Family Funeral Home of Milton is handling arrangements.

A celebration of life will be held from 2:00 – 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 28, 2017 at the American Legion Post 340, 8890 Ashland Ave, Pensacola, FL.