Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1944
DIED
2026
FUNERAL HOME
Sonny Boring Obituary
Born: May 26, 1944 | Died: January 29, 2026
Sonny D. Boring of Maryville departed this life on January 29, 2026, at home. Born May 26, 1944, he was the class of 1962 valedictorian of Oneida High and a 1966 honors graduate of the University of the Cumberlands. He spent his career of 44 years as a Medical Technologist in the Laboratory of Blount Memorial Hospital. Preceded in death by his grandparents George and Lizzie Boring, Horace and Otie Manis, father Mayford, beloved mother Eula, and sister Sandra Thompson. Survived by dear wife and soulmate Linda, son Steven (Ginger), daughters Dana (Rob) and Robin, sister Phyllis (Van), brother and best friend Gary (Carol), grandchildren Derek (Demi), Cody (Tiffany) and C.J., and great grandchildren Emorie, Whitney, and Andreanna. Sonny's passions were his family, big game hunting, trout fishing, and puttering around in his workshop. His cremated remains will be interred in the family plot at Grandview Cemetery. Immediate family will gather on a date of their choosing for a graveside eulogy. No other services are planned.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Sonny Boring
Sponsored by Cremation by Grandview Grandview Cemetery & Grandview Pet Services.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Sonny Boring's name
Memorial Events
for Sonny Boring
Funeral services provided by:
Cremation by Grandview2304 Tuckaleechee Pike Suite 101, Maryville, TN 37803
People and places connected with Sonny
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Sonny'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 Sonny Boring'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
