Mound Chapter D. A. R. History Hero, 2004
Frances Bonar (right) with Senator Jeffrey Kessler.

Frances Bonar has been a member of the Mound Chapter National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR) since 1982. Currently, she is leading the Chapter in her third term as regent. She also has served as Chapter secretary for six years and constitution chairman for ten years. In addition, Ms. Bonar compiled the NSDAR State Regent Press Book for the Mound Chapter, served on the selection board of the State DAR, and received the Community Achievement Award for successfully spearheading the committee to save Fork Ridge Universalist Church. She is a charter member of the Marshall County Historical Society, served as an officer for 12 years, and is now chairman of the Museum Committee. She also serves on the Landmarks Commission for Moundsville. Nominated by Mound Chapter NSDAR.