Margaret E. (Ridenour) Bomia

Margaret E. Bomia, age 93, of Monroe, MI, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 1, 2026, at Fountain View of Monroe. 
 
Margaret was born on July 15, 1932, in Wayne County; she was the daughter of the late Lee and Roberta (Carter) Ridenour. 
 
She attended Dundee High School. After graduating in 1952, she met Roy Thompson and was blessed with three children. 
 
She was employed at the manufacturing facility of Merck in Rockwood, MI, until her retirement. During that time, she was married to the late Donald E. Bomia for 20 years. 
 
Margaret was known for her bold personality, charm, wit, and sassiness. She always told it like it was. She was a loving, passionate woman who was always there for her friends and family. She was easily loved by everyone who met and knew her. 
 
Margaret’s greatest passion was spending time with her surviving life partner, Willem (Wim) Munnik, of 34 years. Together they spent their days traveling, bowling, golfing, and walking. She enjoyed evenings on the patio on her swing, listening to music and admiring the colorful flowers Wim had planted for her. She cherished time spent with family and friends. 
 
She is survived by her two children, Cynthia Curson and Roy Thompson of Monroe. 
 
Her grandchildren include Angela (Darryl) Dillard, Shawn (Stephanie) Curson, Robin (Jonathan) Heinzerling, Mitchell Lawson, and Cassie Lawson. 
 
Her great-grandchildren include Kaylee and Kylee Dillard; Taylor and Joseph Curson; Londyn and Lathan Heinzerling; Collin, Nicole, and Mitchell Lawson; Alex Boyd; Noah Davenport; Dakota; Tyriene; and Katlynn Denby. She also leaves behind many nieces, nephews, and cousins. 
 
Margaret was one of thirteen children. She is survived by Christine (JC) Flatford, Larry Ridenour, Joan (Jim) Mahas, Jean (Allen) Hays, and Jane Johnson. 
 
She was preceded in death by her daughter, Cheryl Lawson; grandson, Aaron Thompson; son-in-law, Dennis Curson; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Thompson; and her siblings: Reba, Pauline, Ralph, Lela, Dick, Patricia, and Bob Ridenour. 
 
The family would like to thank Heartland Hospice, Fountain View, and ProMedica nursing staff for their kindness and care. 
 
Visitation will be held from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5, 2026, at Rupp Funeral Home, 2345 S. Custer Road, Monroe, MI 48161. A private burial will take place at St. Joseph Cemetery in Monroe. 
 
Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.ruppfuneralhomeinc.com