Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Donald Sonneville Obituary
Donald F. Sonneville
April 5, 1932 - November 21, 2023
Donald F. Sonneville, 91, of Moline, passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at his home.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 25, 2023, at Christ the King Church, Moline, with visitation one hour prior. Private burial will be at St. Mary's Cemetery, East Moline.
Memorials can be made to Alleman High School, Christ the King Church or Genesis Hospice.
Don was born April 5, 1932, in Moline, the son of Frank and Celia (Hendricks) Sonneville. He married Tina Guzzo on April 28, 1956, in Rock Island.
Don was a 1956 graduate of St. Ambrose College, Davenport. He retired from the Rock Island Arsenal Headquarters in 1994, after 37 years of service.
Don was a member of Christ the King Church, Moline, TEC, Cursillo, the Christian Family Movement and was an honorary member of the Cruddy Buddies. He enjoyed playing golf and cards and was an avid runner and ran the Bix several times and did two hikes through the Grand Canyon.
Survivors include his wife, Tina; children: Christine Hansen, Moline, Seth Sonneville (Tracy Mosteller), Lenexa, KS, James (Sherryl) Sonneville, Burlington, IA, and Michael Sonneville (Ryan Chouinard), Bourbonnais, IL; grandchildren: Rebecca, Tyler, John, Michael, Matthew, Sarah and Adam; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Walter Sonneville, Gaithersburg, MD; and sister, Margie Galvin, Naperville, IL. He was preceded in death by his great grandson, Dylan.
His family would like to thank the Overlook Village CNAs and Nurses and Genesis Hospice for their care of Don.
Condolences may be left at www.RaffertyFunerals.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Donald Sonneville
Sponsored by Rafferty Funeral Home - Moline.
4 Entries
Karen Russell
November 23, 2023
I worked with Don when he was in charge of the Rock Island Arsenal Combined Federal Campaign. I appreciated his calm demeanor and warm personality. My condolences on his passing.
Eleanore DeSmet
November 23, 2023
Tina, I am so very sorry for you loss. Your entire family has always been special in my book. I pray you receive the love and caring you deserve. Eleanore DeSmet
Karen Davidson
November 23, 2023
Always smiling and Tina too. I am so sorry. My sympathy to all the family.
MaryBeth Murphy
November 23, 2023
Our sincere sympathy to Tina and the Sonneville family! Remember fondly all our CFM adventures, cards, Pat& Don´s Grand Canyon trips, many hours of visiting and enjoying Don´s wit. Love and prayers, Pat&MaryBeth Murphy
How you can show support
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in Donald Sonneville's name
Memorial Events
for Donald Sonneville
People and places connected with Donald
Rock Island, IL
The Rock Island Dispatch Argus
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Donald's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Donald Sonneville's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
