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Dale Sonney Obituary
He was born in Erie on July 17, 1931, the son of the late Don and Minerva Trimble Sonney.
Dale was employed at AMSCO and owned and operated Sonney's Lawn Mower Repair Shop. He also sold and repaired Scorpion snowmobiles and A.M.F. tractors.
He served in the U.S. Navy as an aircraft mechanic.
He served on the Wattsburg School Board and served as President.
He was a member of the Tyrian Lodge # 362, F A & M and a member of the Greenfield Baptist Church. He enjoyed raising Bobwhite Quail, painting, writing books; where several had been successfully published, and he pitched in the church softball league until age 82.
He was preceded in death by his wife Betty J. Thornton Sonney, one sister Juanita Sprague, one granddaughter Addison, one great-granddaughter Avery, and four brothers: Paul, Bob, Ralph and James Sonney.
He is survived by three brothers; Gene, Dennis and John Sonney, his children: Juanita McStraw, Nancy Kowle, Lynn Hunt (Scott), Denise Sonney, Dale Sonney (Shelly), Gene Sonney (Alice), Bryer Sonney (Amy), Tye Sonney (Peggy) and Brady Sonney. Also surviving are 25 grandchildren, 27 great-grandchildren (another coming in Nov.) and many nieces and nephews.
All Coronavirus requirements and regulations will be followed at the visitation and service on Wednesday, June 17, 2020 at the Greenfield Baptist Church, 9028 Williams Rd., North East, PA 16428 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service there at 2:00 p.m. Interment to follow at Greenfield Cemetery.
The Dusckas-Martin Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 4216 Sterrettania Rd. is handling all arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Hornby School, 10073 Station Rd., C/O Mrs. Striney.
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Matt Trimble
June 17, 2020
Mr. Sonney was a man that I will always remember, and glad to have had the opportunity to know thru his children. They don't make too many like that anymore! RIP and God Speed Mr. Sonney! Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sonney family.
The Teeds
June 16, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
The Teed's
Chuck and Sue Wettekin
June 15, 2020
We are sorry to hear of the passing of Dale. You have our deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss. May the good times you shared together give you comfort during this difficult time and in the future.
Greg & Sonja Biebel
June 14, 2020
My thoughts & prayers to all his kids & all those whose lives have been touched by this good man. Rest in Peace Mr. Sonney. Well done Sir.
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Pat Kloss
June 14, 2020
So sorry for your loss.
Bud and Deb
June 14, 2020
Sorry to hear about your Dad passing. He is all healed and in the hands of the Lord in heaven. We will always cherish one of his painting's we have.
Mr. & Mrs. Bryan Taylor
June 14, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Larry Rogers
June 14, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jim & Denise Nichols
June 14, 2020
Deepest condolences to Jaunita and family.
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