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1944
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2024
Lonnie Sanders Obituary
October 3, 1944 - April 14, 2024
Lifelong Sonoma resident Lonnie Sanders passed away on April 14, 2024 at the age of 79.
Lonnie grew up in Sonoma along with his older sister Vickye and older brother Oldfield (Bill), who both preceded him in death, and was a graduate of Sonoma Valley HS class of '63. After graduation he went on to work for Mare Island naval shipyard in Vallejo, married, raised two daughters, and spent 15yrs as a volunteer firefighter for Valley of the Moon Fire Dept (now part of Sonoma Valley Fire). After retiring from Mare Island, he continued to keep busy working for Pool Mart and then for the 76 gas stations on Broadway and on Napa Street.
Lonnie is survived by his two daughters, Christine and Deanna, and his two grandchildren, Emma and Devin, in addition to many extended family members and friends whom he loved dearly.
A celebration to honor Lonnie's life will be held at a later date.
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Memories and Condolences
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Vince Villeggiante
June 11, 2024
Rest in peace and God bless my friend enjoyed being a volunteer fireman with you and am thankful for what you do taught me to do this job. May you forever rest in peace.
Donna Lighthill
June 9, 2024
I was so sorry to learn about Lonnies passing. But I know he is resting in peace now. I still miss our phone calls sweet nephew.
Abita Archer
June 7, 2024
I am so sorry. I loved the little brat he was and loved the man he became. We had wonderful memories to look back on. I always knew he loved me even when I called him "Uncle Jerry" just to embarass him. He was a good uncle. GOOD BY FOR NOW
Love your favorite neice Anita Archer.
Deanna
June 7, 2024
I love you dad. I know you´re at peace and happy now. You ARE missed. Thank you for your lessons. I continue to work to be a better person everyday partly because of what you taught me. Thank you.
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