Paul D. Sonneman, age 75, passed away November 21, 2021, surrounded by his family in his home in Jamestown,
Ohio. He was proceeded in death by his parents, Claire and Hazel (Meisel) Sonneman.
Paul was a 1964 graduate of Canton Sr. High School, Canton, Illinois. He served in the 101st Airborne Division of the US Army stationed in Vietnam, then attended Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, Illinois, where he received high honors for his scholastic achievements and earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Forestry.
Paul worked at International Harvester in Canton, Illinois, where he served as President of the Local UAW. He also worked for Multi-Ad Services in Peoria, Illinois- serving as Sales Manager in several midwest states- including Ohio where he relocated.
Paul had a lifelong passion for fishing which he passed on to his sons. He was well-respected by his fellow fishermen for his abilities.
Paul was a devoted fan for his sons' basketball games, and more recently his granddaughters' games. He enjoyed traveling with his wife and spending time with his family. Paul was a mentor to many, known for his wit and humor, and loved by all that knew him.
He is survived by his wife Sally (Williams) Sonneman whom he married October 22, 1966, his sons Christopher (Tiffany) Sonneman, Jamestown, Ohio and Matthew (Tracy) Sonneman, Santa Ana, California. Also surviving are five granddaughters and one great granddaughter, his sister Susan (Sonneman) Hall, Canton, Illinois, and sister-in-law Carol (Alan) Welch, Lewistown, Illinois, and their children.
A celebration of Paul's life will be scheduled for a later date.