Irene Mary Sonnier

Born April 3, 1924, Irene(Renee) Sonnier entered eternal rest on June 2, 2020, at the age of 96. Widow of the late Lester J. Sonnier (World War II veteran), daughter of the late Vincent and Ida Creppel, mother of Kenneth J. Sonnier, Sr.(wife Ronnie), Gail Messina(the late Joseph), and Deborah Camet(the late Reid); sister of her deceased siblings: Herman and Oscar(Mike) Creppel, Ester Bendich, Evelyn Guidry and Laverne Nunnery(Elden); daughter-in-law of the late Ernest and Gladys Sonnier; grandmother of Jason and Ryan Messina, Kenneth Sonnier, Jr., Kevin Sonnier, Angela Allen(Daryl), Tara Simar(Jude), and Shelley Daley(Chris); great grandmother of Tyler and Emily Messina, Haylie Allen, Lauren and Drake Simar, Chloe and Cami Bleakley, Layla and Miley Daley.

She is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives. She was a very devoted mother, faithful member of the Roman Catholic Church, and brought fun and joy to all who knew her with her wonderful sense of humor.

Interment at Grace Funeral Home/St. Lazarus of Bethany Memorial Garden, Covington, LA. A family memorial service will be scheduled at a later date. In lieu of flowers, a donation may be made to a charity of choice. Condolences may be offered to the family online at www.gracenorthshore.com