Bonnie Bentzinger, 75, of Carthage, passed away at the Timber Point Care
Center in Camp Point, Illinois, on Saturday, April 19, 2025.
“Let’s clear the floor please…”
Bonnie was born on February 25, 1950, the daughter of John and Millie
(Elting) Scott in Keokuk, Iowa. She attended Carthage High School,
graduating in 1968 and then went on to attend Gem City College in Quincy.
On June 8, 1969, she was united in marriage to Michael Bentzinger, and
they were married 44 years. Bonnie worked her entire life at the Crystal
Ball Roller Rink, which her parents built in 1946. She owned and operated
the rink from 2001 until it’s closing in 2016. Bonnie was an iconic
figure at the Carthage landmark business that had provided entertainment
to the area for thousands of people over eight decades. She positively
touched the lives of many, as a ‘mother’ and friend to all kids that entered
the doors of the rink. Bonnie later worked for County Market in Carthage
and finished her career once again in the entertainment industry, working at
the Legacy Theatre in Carthage. She was our crafter, seamstress and
wonderful cook - no one ever went hungry. Bonnie was always ready to go
on an adventure. She didn’t care where. Being our Mom, our Nana, our
Bon Bon is what made her heart happy and full. Bonnie had been a
member of the Red Hats in Carthage and was a 10-year cancer survivor.
“Next skate…all skate!”
Bonnie is survived by her children: Scott (Amanda) Bentzinger, Steve
Bentzinger and Jonni McCloskey, all of Carthage; grandchildren: Ashland
(Tucker) Anderson, Ian (Millie Larson) Bentzinger, Kelsey (William) Printy,
Sydney Grotts, Alex (Kathleen Campos-Patlan) Bentzinger, Kaylee
McCloskey and Aiden Etchill; great-granddaughters: Ava and Alensi
Anderson and Addy, Olivia and Gracelyn Printy; three nieces: Missy (Tom)
Cook, Dawn Enzeroth, and Courtney (Adam) Lang and families; and a
multitude of dear friends.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and sister, Cindi Melvin.
The family will meet friends from 4:00 to 8:00 PM on Wednesday evening,
May 7, 2025, at Printy Funeral Home in Carthage. In lieu of flowers,
memorials may be directed to the family of Bonnie Bentzinger for her
grandchildren’s college funds, H.U.G.S. or the Legacy Theatre in Carthage.
Printy Funeral Home of Carthage is in charge of arrangements.
“We hope you enjoyed skating here this evening. We hope to see you back
real soon. It’s time to take your skates off now.”