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Born in Doniphan, Missouri, the son of Lionel and Ruth (Kelley) West, he moved to La Habra in 1944 where he attended Washington School, Fullerton High School and Mt. San Antonio Community College.
In 1950, he joined the U.S. Army and served as a fireman in Tokyo, Japan. After returning on New Year's Day 1953, he worked with his father-in-law, C.W. Cooksey, at the Modern Barber Shop in La Habra.
In 1958, "Sonny" joined the La Habra Fire Department, and had a rewarding career retiring as fire captain in 1985. He took pride in serving the City of La Habra, and following his retirement continued to give back to the community.
An avid golfer, "Sonny" was instrumental in organizing golf events and tournaments. He was an active member of the VFW, the American Legion, and the La Habra Elks Lodge.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at the chapel followed by interment at Memory Gardens Memorial Park in Brea on December 7th at 10:00 a.m. Viewing is available at 9:00 a.m.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jodi House
November 15, 2022
Sonny use to watch us bowl, buy us drinks at the bar, always a sweet guy. Miss you Sonny!
May 28, 2013
Betty, my heart goes out to you, as Sonny was in my class at school and my husband was in class '48.
Do take care, know this is late but I just read about it.
Sharon(Gregory) McConnell
Peggy Johnson
December 7, 2012
My sincere sympathy, Betty. Jack always thought the world of you both. You are in my prayers, as after almost 3 years it still hurts!
God keep you, during this difficult time.
John and Irene Reid
December 6, 2012
Sending heartfelt condolences to the Sonny West Family. Sonny was such a delightful human being, always a smile on his face. The world was a better place with Sonny West...Godspeed, Sonny
December 5, 2012
hi betty i will always think of sunny every time i get on the golf course his smile was always there johnny white
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