It is with great sadness that the family of Leo R. Sonner announces his passing after a brave battle with illness, on Friday March 27, 2020 at the age of 74 years. Leo had a wonderful life on this magnificent and wondrous earth. He felt lucky to have caring grandparents and parents who helped mold his life. He was blessed to attend school in Campbell, NY with teachers and friends that left lifelong impressions on him. He revered the many academic and athletic achievements he had as a student. Leo was proud to attend and graduate from Purdue University in Layfayette, IN. He committed to build a long and successful 36 year career with Dow Chemical Company right after graduation. He loved traveling the world for Dow Chemical and met amazing people and learned about many cultures along the way. He enjoyed many important and long lasting friendships that sustained him throughout his life. Leo retired from Dow in 2003 and enjoyed retirement with occasional health issues that slowed him down. He felt eternally grateful that his son, John and his family, aided him as he lived alone with significant health challenges. He loved God and followed Jesus. Leo will be lovingly remembered by his children, John Sonner (Jennifer), Lisa Sonner Arndt(Adam), and Jeffrey Sonner. He will also be fondly remembered by his seven grandchildren, Morgan Beckendorf, Caitlin Sonner, Sydney Sonner, Tyler Arndt, Jacob Sonner, Audrey Sonner and Ryan Sonner.
A private graveside service for Leo will be held on Thursday, April 2, 2020 at 11:00 am., at the Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery at 10940 W Chandler Heights Rd, Chandler, AZ 85248. Pastor Martin Spaude of Calvary Evangelical Lutheran Church will be officiating.
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