Robert Daniel Sonnier, 86, of Lake Charles passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at his daughter's residence with his loving family by his side.

Mr. Sonnier was born on October 19, 1934 in Oberlin where he was raised until leaving to serve our country in the US Navy. He was married to his lifelong love, Marvel, in 1954. Upon being honorably discharged, he and his wife settled in Lake Charles. Mr. Sonnier was the owner/ operator of R & M Trucking and drove for Younger Brothers and Chemical Leaman. He was able to see much of the US during his truck-driving career. Following retirement, he continued to work as a vehicle transfer driver for local automobile dealerships and also worked as a shuttle driver.

Mr. Sonnier always believed in working hard to provide for his family. He was a loving and lively husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and friend who never met a stranger.

Those left to cherish his memory are his daughters, Ranelda Benoit (Jim Roberts) and Karen Northcutt (Donnie) all of Moss Bluff; grandchildren, Andrew Benoit (Bailey Bruchhaus), Amanda Churchman (Tyler), and Emily Partin (Payton); and great grandchildren, Maisie and Callan Churchman; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Marvel Sonnier; parents, Pearl and Ezeb Sonnier; sister, Joy Hicks; and brother, Charles Chapman.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Monday, May 24, 2021 at University Baptist Church. The Rev. Todd Schumacher will officiate. Burial will follow in Consolata Cemetery under the direction of Johnson Funeral Home. Visitation will begin in the church on Sunday from 4:00 pm until 7:00 pm and will resume on Monday from 9:00am until the start of the service.

Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneralhome.net.

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Published by American Press on May 22, 2021.

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marsha bowers

May 23, 2021

dear renelda an Andrew,
I was so sorry to learn of the passing of your dad an granddad. I remember him fondly from our time at Hamilton. He was always there to support Andrew. Praying for you at this sad time.

Ginny Bellon

May 23, 2021

Ranelda and Karen, lifting you and your families up before our Lord, the Great
I AM, asking Him to wrap His loving arms around you all and strengthen you during
this time.
Ginny and Owen

May 23, 2021

Ranelda and Karen,

We could not have asked for a better Uncle. Words cannot express the happiness he brought to all of us.
We still stop and appreciate all of the times Uncle Robert parked his big truck off of the highway and came to visit us in Eunice and made so many of our childhood and adult visits together extra special. We will forever be thankful we had/have an Uncle as great as Uncle Robert.

Danette Miller, Dion Bordelon and Richard Bordelon

Lois Manena

May 23, 2021

Ranelda and Karen, what an added bonus in life your dad was. Always with a smile, a twinkle in his eyes and kind words for everyone, he was truly a gentleman. Prayers are with you and your families. I know we’ll all miss him at family gatherings.

Alan Reinecke

May 23, 2021

Robert and I had many conversations at family outings. He struck me as such a kind hearted man who loved his family very much. My prayers are with Robert and his family, and I will miss him and our conversations very much. God bless you all.

Jackie Benoit

May 22, 2021

Robert(Pops) what a wonderful family you and Marvel raised. Look at the added bonuses Ranelda and Karen gave you to love. Those wonderful grandchildren. You were so loved by all of them. They will miss you along with your children. Rest In Peace my friend. I will love Andrew for you until Jesus calls me home.

Annette Pallares

May 22, 2021

I love you and miss you. I know you're happy because you're with Marvel and all your family. Cousin Annette.

Fun with the NY Cousins on the circle line tour 1994

Barbara Rivera-Chevalier

May 22, 2021

I have so much trouble believing you are really gone because you were so active and vibrant. I thank you , so much, for the times you called me because You knew I lived alone and wanted to check on me. I, especially, remember when you called me, after my Son passed away, and you were crying. I am crying now. I will miss you until I see you again in eternity. Love you so much, Cousin Barbara

Gwen Hidalgo-Boudreaux

May 21, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your Dad and mine were driving buddies at Younger for many years and we remember him fondly. The stories they told. The good old days. May he Rest In Peace.

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