Deborah Sonnik Obituary
DEBORAH ANN
Age 53; on Tues., July 27, 2004 of Shadyside; loving daughter of Willard "Pappy" Cummings & the late Juanita "Nanny" Cummings; beloved wife of 32 years to William "Bill" Sonnik; loving mother of Terri Sonnik, Steve Sonnik & wife Gina & Patricia Sonnik; dear grandmother of Erica, Steve Jr., Alysha, Chris, Kaitlyn, London & Kennedy; beloved sister of Patty Borkowski, Keith Cummings & wife Bev, Merilee Fitzpatrick & husband Rick & David Cummings & wife Jane; also many nieces & nephews. Deborah will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Arrangements by THOMAS L. NIED FUNERAL HOME, INC. 7441 Washington St., Swissvale. Memorial Service will be held Saturday, 11 am in the First Bethel United Methodist Church, 5901 Library Rd., Bethel Park, PA.
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Sheila Ali
August 12, 2004
Dear Friends,
I knew Debbie my entire life and can only think of her as happy and giving. She was always in the forefront for organizing and baking and making things happen. I know we will all miss her, and I think it would be fitting if we could try to be a little bit like her. I'm sure the world would be a better place. I was very moved that she came to see me in the hospital when I had my baby. She was a very special person and she always went out of her way to make others feel special.
Merrilee Fitzpatrick
August 9, 2004
To my family and friends:
The greatest gift we have been given by Debbie was unconditional love, no matter how bad any of us had gotten. Let us all try to carry on as Debbie would have wanted us to, lets love each other and be the family that Debbie new she had. I promise to try harder.
To my sister
I miss you everyday, be happy and know that we all love you.
Jane Black
August 2, 2004
I just wanted to thank everyone who came to the service and shared their memories and tears with us. As some people mentioned, we have to stick together and continue on as Debby would have wanted it that way. "Godspeed Deb, until we meet again." Love, Jane
Sandy Riczu
August 2, 2004
To all fo you,
Iwill miss Debby so much. She was a wonderful, thoughtful person. Once she knew your birthday, she never forgot it. I always knew that I could count on Debby to cheer me up when I was down and to let me vent if I was upset about anything. Always remember how much she loved ALL OF YOU. I am here if any of you need someone to talk to or cry with. God Bless and be with you all.' Love, Sandy
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Abi Ali
July 31, 2004
Dear Patricia, Terri, Bill, Rick, Merilee, Jason, Jessica, Steve, Gina, Jane, and David, wonderful Family,
I am so sorry and I send you all my love and share in your loss and sadness. Debbie was a really good person. I apreciate the many times she was there for our family. She was always kind and accepting of all of us. Love Abi
Helen Belsterling
July 31, 2004
To our dear neice Patricia and family
Our deepest sympathy. Debbie was a special person and will be sadly missed by all.
Patricia if you need me for anything, to talk, to listen, or just for a hug i'll always be here for you.
Love and Prayers
Aunt La & Uncle Dave
Liana Ault
July 31, 2004
My deepest sympathies to the entire Cummings and Sonnik families. I loved Deborah just like she was a second mom to me, she always made me feel like I was one of her children. All the time I grew up to the last time I spoke with her over the telephone, I always felt so close to her. She was an amazing person,great mother to her children, great friend and sister too. Deborah I miss you so much it hurts. You will always carry a special place in my heart. May god bless you in heaven and may your family always feel your love around them. I know I will always remember you and how much you did for others. Love always, Liana Ault and family.
Ruthann Peters
July 31, 2004
Dear trish Stevie & Bill
My deepest sympathy to you & your family's. Debbie was a very nice person she always had a smile on her face. I will remember the last time i talk with her at kelly's house when we where all there for dinner. may she rest in peace with the angels.
Aunt fuzzy
Lorn Richey
July 30, 2004
Very sorry to hear of Deborah's passing. She always seemed to take things in stride and be in a good mood. Her good nature rubbed off on her friends and neighbors. I have many happy memories of sitting around with her family, watching the Pgh Penguins and listening to Floyd.
Rahim Ali
July 30, 2004
Dear Bill, Trish, Stevie, and Terri:
My deepest sympathy for you all in this time of great sadness with the loss of your wife and mother. Debbie always was so positive and good natured, and that was comforting - Debbie always made me feel like I was part of your family. I will miss her very much.
Love,
Rahim
Keith Cummings
July 30, 2004
My Dear Big Sis:
You will be eternally missed by Myself & Beverly. You gave me the Strength, Wisdom, and Inspiration it took to get myself and Beverly through our recent crisis and I will always be forever grateful. There is'nt enough room or pages here to describe the lifetime of memories we share so I just want to sum up by saying we will always Love You.
Be at Peace
Our Eternal Love
Keith & Beverly
June Michel
July 30, 2004
BILLY, DEAR PATRICIA SO SORRY TO HERE ABOUT YOUR LOSS,DEBBIE WAS A SWEET LADY,I WISH I WOULD OF HAVE A CHANCE TO BE MORE INVOLVED WITH ALL OF YOU.PLEASE KNOW THAT I SEND YOU MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.
LOVE YOU PATRICIA
AUNT SISSY
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