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Robert L. "Bobby" Sonday, 58, of Upper Bern Twp, passed away Tuesday July 9 in his residence of natural causes, with his loving family by his side. He was married to Emily L. (Dietrich) Sonday. Bobby and Emily were married for 33 years.
Born in West Reading, he was the son of the late Lester C. Sonday and Ruth (Leinbach) Sonday.
He was employed by the former Baldwin Brass in Reading for 10 years. For many years he helped on the family farm. He graduated from Hamburg High School in 1974. He was a member of Friedens Church in Shartlesville. He enjoyed woodworking and gardening.
Additional survivors include his son, Jeffrey R. Sonday, husband of Kristin (Geiger) Sonday of Hamburg. There are four siblings, Dennis Sonday, husband of Debra of Hamburg; Donald Sonday, husband of Jom of SC; Larry Sonday, husband of Pam of Pine Grove; and Sharon Altland, wife of Matthew of Shoemakersville. Also, there are several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be Saturday July 13 at 11 a.m. in Friedens Church, 28 Wolf Creek Rd., Shartlesville, PA 19554 with Rev. Jerry Kulp officiating.
Interment will follow in the adjoining church cemetery. Family and friends may call in Friedens Church, Shartlesville for a viewing on Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. and Saturday from 10-11 a.m. Flowers are welcome, or memorial contributions may be made to Friedens Church at the above address. The Kirkhoff Funeral Home, Bernville is entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
Online condolences may be made at www.milkins-gilesfuneralhome.com.
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Emily,
Sorry I couldn't be there for the services. Thank you for the opportunity to take care of Bob. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Kelly Wheeler
July 13, 2013
Emily, May God bless you & your family in this time of sorrow.
Kevin & Lisa Eisenhower
July 12, 2013
Emily,
We are so sorry to hear about Bobby's passing. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Karen & Mike Shoppell
July 12, 2013
Emily, Jeffrey and Kristen,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. It's been a long few years but know that he is at peace now. God Bless and so sorry he was called home at such a young age. God has other plans for him.
Shirley Staller
July 12, 2013
Emily,
We were very sorry to hear of Bobbys passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort and peace.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Bonnie and David Varone
July 12, 2013
Emily-
You and your family are in my prayers.
Cindy Mengle
July 11, 2013
Emily
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Anndee Youse
July 11, 2013
Emily,
So sorry about your loss. My thoughts are with you in this difficult time.
Sharon Rinkenbach
July 11, 2013
Emily, I'm very sorry for your loss.
Sally Pawloski
July 11, 2013
Emily,
Sorry for your loss and I wanted to express all my sympathy.
Christophe Quenee
christophe Quenee
July 11, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care
Marcia Zerbe
July 11, 2013
Sorry for your loss, Peace be with you
Kyle (Steinhauer) Renner
July 11, 2013
Emily and Son
We are so very Sorry to hear of Bobbies passing.Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you and the Family.I know You are a strong Lady and God will guiede you through these rough times,I think of all my Bus Kids.
God be with You
Love Mrs."G" Dolores & Joe Guzanowski
July 10, 2013
Emily my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am so extremely sorry for your loss.
Lisa (Stoudt) Welgo
July 10, 2013
Thinking of you Emily. Praying for your strength and comfort at this time.
The staff @ Weis Pharmacy
July 10, 2013
Emily, words can not express my thoughts for you and your family right now. Just know that we are all thinking about you and praying for you. Peace be with you and your family. Kathy Hess
Kathy Hess
July 10, 2013
You will be greatly missed. We love u uncle bobby.
connie morris
July 10, 2013
Uncle bobby u will be greatly missed.
connie morris
July 10, 2013
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