Richard A. Bonaparte,age 58, currently of Herkimer, a valley resident for some time, passed away unexpectedly Tuesday evening October 9, 2007 at the Little Falls Hospital. Richard was born January 23, 1949 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin son of George and Norma (Eggleton) Bonaparte and was a high school graduate. A man of simple means and often misunderstood, Richard did his best to cope with the many obstacles he faced in life. He was loved by his family and will be dearly missed. Survivors include his sisters and brothers, Diane of CA., JoAnn Lewis of Ilion, Michael Bonaparte and his wife Helen of NC., Stephen Bonaparte of Chittenango, George Bonaparte and his wife Brenda of Pompey, and Patrice Linville and her husband Richard of Syracuse. Also several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was predeceased by his parents, sister Christine Petrillo, and his niece Wendy (Lewis) Terns last week. In keeping with Richard?s wishes there are no public calling hours. His funeral service will be private. All arrangements have been entrusted to the Applegate-Day & Enea Family Funeral Home, 102 West St., Ilion. Those wishing to extend condolences to the family may do so c/o JoAnn Lewis 85 W. Clark St., Ilion, NY. 13357.