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Sadler, James John "Sonny"
51, of Las Vegas, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2013. Born in Detroit, Michigan, November 18, 1961 to the late James Alfred Sadler and June Elaine Alder, he moved to Arizona in 1974 and then to Nevada in 1989. He is survived by three daughters: Lindsey Jean of Boston; Rachael Ryan of Las Vegas; and Terra Emily of Las Vegas. Sonny is also survived by his three sisters: Sandra Lard (Sadler), Victoria Sadler, and Lesley Brice (Sadler), as well as seven nieces and nephews. As a contractor, Sonny could build anything or solve any puzzle. His sense of humor, wit, and distinctive laugh left friends and audiences alike asking for an encore. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to Sonny's youngest daughters' college funds. Please see: www.sonnysadler.com for donations. Services will be held Tuesday, May 28 at 4pm at Christ Church of the Valley, 7001 W. Happy Valley Road, Peoria, AZ. Reception to follow at 5pm at 4701 W. Misty Willow Lane, Glendale, AZ. All are invited to the service and reception to celebrate Sonny's life with his family. Guestbook: www.obits.azcentral.com
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Brother, we miss you "every day and a lot". We can't believe ten years has gone by since we've seen your face, heard your laugh and shared your hilarious stories. Until we meet again we'll hold onto those precious memories. Love you.
Marty & Sandy
Family
May 18, 2023
I still think of Sonny and miss him. He was a rare and trusted friend.
James Thompson
Friend
May 16, 2023
So saddened by the sudden loss of a wonderful man . Sonny was a wonderful father . I pray that his daughters and family can find peace that he is in a better place in heaven . My daughter and I will miss Sonny.
Elsa Salerno
June 4, 2013
I am incredibly sad that Sonny has passed away at such a young age. I have great memories of Christmas Eve at Grandma Sadler's house, but I haven't seen Sonny since your family moved from Michigan when I was about 8. For this reason, I have especially enjoyed reading all the stories about Sonny and looking at the photos. His 3 daughters are beautiful, and I'm sure he is very proud. I am struck by his resemblance to my brother Wayne. It sounds like they had very similar personalities as well…and of course very similar circumstances leading to an untimely death. I will be thinking of you all tomorrow at Sonny's funeral and in the days to come. Wish I was there to give you all a hug.
Cousin Amy McKaig (Czuprenski)
May 27, 2013
In the short time I knew Sonny, he was a true and genuine friend. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him. My condolences to his family and friends.
James Thompson
May 25, 2013
My condolences and may you have peace and comfort from the Almighty.
C Woods
May 24, 2013
Vickie- sorry for your loss, Lindsey called me from Australia today to let me know
george mineff
May 22, 2013
Also sending love from the Alder side of the family in Michigan. We were so close growing up as cousins-- not so much as adults, but the warmth of the memories remains. Sonny always had that mischievous twinkle in his eye-- and I can still see it in many of his photos.
I can't be at the memorial in person but I will be there in spirit-- love all of you very much.
Cousin Nancy Hopp
May 22, 2013
You will be missed! I know MOM was there to greet you in HEAVEN.
Debbie Reece Acosta
May 22, 2013
Your Michigan family has you all in our thoughts and prayers.
-Shelagh Czuprenski
May 22, 2013
So surprised and saddened to hear the news about cousin Sonny passing. Although I haven't seen Sonny since he was a kid, after moving from Michigan, I can see the same familiar smile in the gallery photos and relate to the comments about his sense of humor. He was sure the apple of his parents' eyes as I remember, and I can honestly say that I always felt Grandma Sadler (who passed away at 101 years of age) viewed him as the ‘special' grandson…maybe because he was named for her husband and was the only male carrying on the Sadler name. He had a contagious sense of humor and adventure even back then. I fondly remember looking forward to Christmas Eve in Grandma's tiny bungalow in Detroit, where Sonny and his sisters, Uncle Jim and Aunt June, and my younger brothers and sister, would all pack in the living room and watch home movies before opening our gifts. I spent a couple nights “way out in the country” at the family home on Patty Ann Lane in Romeo (I think that was the name of the street) and remember how much I envied my cousins for living out of the city. I remember Sonny's dad, my Uncle Jim, being quite the hunter too, with a stuffed pheasant and who knows what else adorning his home. Although we didn't see each other but a few times each year growing up, and again, even though not seeing Sonny in almost 40 years, I can make this guarantee to his daughters: Your father had the same life-of-the-party personality that my youngest brother Wayne had. While Wayne too passed away very unexpectedly, at age 40, their legacies live on through everyone they touched and each one of us carry with us a part of them. While his loss indeed saddens us, it is obvious from the photos that Sonny lived life to the fullest and was a blessing to those who knew him. May his memory be honored and cherished as you all move on. Wishing you God's peace, comfort and blessings.
Mike Czuprenski
May 22, 2013
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