Lilton Sonnier
Lilton Sonnier, 100, of Winnie, died Saturday, July 20, 2019, at The Arboretum of Winnie. He was born on December 28, 1918, in Jennings, Louisiana, to Marente Landry Sonnier and Lucas Sonnier, and was a United States Navy veteran, having served in World War II.
Survivors include his sons, Leon Sonnier and his wife, Charlene and Vernon Sonnier and his wife, Linda; grandchildren, Jeffery Sonnier and his girlfriend, Jennifer; Darrell Sonnier and his wife, Yvette; Kevin Sonnier and his wife, Paje’; Darlene Thibodeaux and her husband, Ken; and Clint Norris; and great-grandchildren, Maegan Sonnier, Jacob Sonnier, Austin Sonnier, Cullen Sonnier, Mason Sonnier, Kody Thibodeaux, Dylan Thibodeaux, Jenna Ayres, Leanne Denton and her husband, Josh, Tanner Racca, and Madison Racca.
He is preceded in death by his parents; wife of seventy-five years, Doris Sonnier; grandson, Jason Sonnier; and siblings, Wilbert Sonnier, Joe Sonnier, Lou Ella Poole, and Ella Mae Vaughn.
A Rosary will be recited for Mr. Sonnier at 5:00 p.m., with a gathering of his family and friends to follow until 8:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at Broussard’s, 134 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 24, 2019, at St. Louis Catholic Church, 315 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie, with his interment to follow at Fairview Cemetery, Winnie.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Louis Catholic Church Building Fund, 315 West Buccaneer Drive, Winnie, Texas 77665.
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Fairview Cemetery
Fairview Cemetery
- 223 cemetery dr winnie tx 77665
Mass of Christian Burial
Mass of Christian Burial
- 315 w. buccaneer drive winnie tx 77665
- 07/24/2019
- 11:00 am
Gathering of Family and Friends
Gathering of Family and Friends
- 134 w. buccaneer drive winnie tx 77665
- 07/23/2019
- 8:06 pm
- 134 w. buccaneer drive- winnie tx 77665
- 07/23/2019
- 5:00 pm
Comments
David Henry
Uncle Lilton was a great man and will be missed. Prayers for the family.
Sam Serio
Leon and Vernon, so sorry to hear about your dad. Mr Lilton was one of my favorite contractors to do work at the Port. Proud to call him friend.
Gloria Roemer and Bobby Way
Our deepest condolences to the Sonnier family. Mr. Lilton was one of a kind! Such a loss to everyone, but he left behind a legacy of hard work and a community that is far better off because he was part of it. RIP, Lilton.
Deborah Laird Walker/Wayne Walker
Vernon, Sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Laura and Larry Seaux
We are very sorry to hear of Mr. Sonnier's passing. He and Mrs. Sonnier were the sweetest couple and loved by all. Prayers for the family.
David Dewees
Mr Lilton was a fine gentleman. He was a person I enjoyed to be around. He'll never be replaced, but he leaves a legacy of hard work & family. A great man. R I P
Betty Peebles
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Michael Amy
Leon and Vernon I am sorry and sad to hear about your dad. He was a great friend and mentor. Winnie, Texas has a legend and great leader. I pray for peace and comfort for you and your family. He and I welded the new South Texas State Fair entrance piping at Ford Park.. He was a great contributor to many young exhibitors that sold their animals at the South Texas State Fair and Winnie Rice Festival.
Theresa Ladd Bruner
Charlene and Leon-so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Sonnier. Love you guys-thinking of you and praying for your family.
Kimberly Glenn (Wilkins)
Kevin I am so sorry about your dad
Jeanette & Roland Weekly
Our Sincere Condolences to the Sonnier Family. Rest In Peace Mr. Lilton.
Mary R. Broussard
Rest in peace now Paw Paw, your work here on earth is done. "Well done good and faithful servant". My deepest condolences to his sons and grandchildren.
Michele Zernial
Prayers for the Sonnier family. God Bless.
The Mahon Family
To the Sonnier Family: We mourn with you, and at the same time celebrate the life of Mr. Lilton. He was a joy to be around and always willing to help others. We will never forget his thoughtfulness and sincere passion for the people of the Winnie area. He leaves behind a legacy of what being a Christian is truly about. The greatest of these is love.
Robert L Hadley
Leon, Vernon and Family I am very sad to learn of the passing of your Dad. Only met him once when he was age 98 already. I missed an opportunity to know him better as one of my "Cajun cousins." My prayers are with you and your families. RIP Lilton. Bob Hadley, a Navy vet
Jerome and Gwendolyn Joseph
Our sincerest condolences thoughts and prayers for the Sonnier family Mr. Lilton Sonnier will be truly missed! It was a pleasure to have known him! He has left a great legacy behind for us family to carry on. Mr. Lilton will forever be apart of this community!
Rick Davis
Had the privilege to work with Mr. Lilton on many pipeline projects thru Citgo pipeline. He was Old School, did business on a handshake. His word was his bond. A man of integrity that will be missed by all.
Bubba & Debra Andrus
What a fine man Mr. Lilton was...always doing for others and his community. He will be sorely missed. Our prayers are with the family.
JoAnn Domingue
I’m so sorry for your loss. We will all feel a huge void in our hearts. Your Father and Mother were so special & loved by all who meet them. Mr. Sonnier may you Rest In Peace with your love.
Lucille & Jeffery Leger
Our prayers are with the family.. Mr. Litton was such a great asset to the community. & he will be missed..
Mark McKee
I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Sonnier & his wife while working at Outback Steakhouse. They came in often & were such a lovely & kind couple. I later had the pleasure of visiting with Mr. Sonnier at BBB events & his involvement in the Winnie Rice Festival board. Such a great man that will be missed. Rest in peace sir. Heaven definitely gained an angel.
Ivy Cobb
I met Lilton through BBB about 10 years ago and I can truly say that he is one of the greatest men I have ever known. He will be missed dearly..
Chuck Fontenot
A great man who touched the lives of many in our community and abroad. He promoted this community at every opportunity and helped more members than we will likely ever know. Rest in peace Mr. Sonnier, for you seldom rested in life! You will be missed by all of us!
Susan & Harry Bryson
God Bless You!! Today, Tomorrow & Always!! And thank you for your service in the United States Navy!! We really enjoyed being at your 100th birthday party last year!! We miss you! Always & Forever!!
Susan & Harry Bryson
God Bless You!! Today, Tomorrow & Always!! And thank you for your service in the United States Navy!! We really enjoyed being at your 100th birthday party last year!! We miss you! Always & Forever!!