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Thomas J. Sonnier, II

12/14/1946 - 03/28/2021

Obituary For Thomas J. Sonnier, II

RAYNE - Funeral service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 10, 2021 at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Rayne, LA for Mr. Thomas “TJ” Sonnier, II, 74, who entered eternal rest on Sunday, March 28, 2021 at Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital. Interment will be in the church cemetery.

Father Joe Champion and Father Emmanuel Awe will be officiating the funeral mass.

Mr. Sonnier was a member of Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church in Rayne, LA. He belonged to numerous clubs and organizations.

Mr. Sonnier leaves to cherish his memories: his wife, Gloria Joseph Sonnier of Rayne, LA; one son, Thomas J. Sonnier, III (Colencia Davidson) of Humble, TX; three daughters, Kimesha E. Sonnier of Houston, TX, Gwendolyn Callier (Bobby) of Lafayette, LA and Venita Rollins of New Orleans, LA; one step brother, Lloyd Antoine of Eunice, LA; thirteen grandchildren, Thomas J. Sonnier, IV, Robert Callier, Ellis Callier, Leland Callier, Tahariah Sonnier, Tamia Sonnier, Toren Sonnier, Trevien Sonnier, Taylen Sonnier, Taliyah Sonnier, Tori Sonnier, Talaya Sonnier and Corey D. Saunders; one great granddaughter on the way, Summer Callier; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

He is preceded in death by: his parents, Classie LeBlanc and Ethel Sonnier; one brother, Dewayne LeBlanc; and one sister, Wanda LeBlanc.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 10, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at Our Mother of Mercy Catholic Church.

** Please be advised we will adhere to the safety measures and precautions provided by the state of Louisiana due to COVID-19. Masks are required for those who will be in attendance. **

The family wishes to express their sincere thanks to: Ochsner Lafayette General Hospital and to all of the family and friends that called, checked in and shared words of comfort. You all are appreciated.

Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 577 N. Avenue C, Crowley, LA, (337) 514-5217, is in charge of arrangements.


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Daddy, I think of you every day and I miss you so much! My love for you is endless! Your loving daughter Kimesha E Sonnier

Sonnier you and your family are in my prayers. I pray God will strengthen and guide you as you enter this new chapter in life. Love, Henderson

WE WOULD LIKE TO SEND OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES AND SYMPATHIES AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY, HE ALWAYS HAD A BEAUTIFUL SMILE, REST IN PEACE "THOMAS" FROM MR. & MRS. CHARLES RICHARD

Our heartfelt condolences to Gloria and Family. Thom as our family referred to him was a loving and kind-hearted person, who we adored. He always called us family and to some homie when we talked or visited. We will always remember his sweet and caring personality. Rest In Peace In Heaven Thom. Gloria and family you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Thom is forever in our hearts. The Lawrence Family Sunset, LA

My heartfelt sympathies to Ms Gloria and family. Mr Sonnier was a wonderful boss, considerate of everyone May he Rest In Peace with our Lord Joycelyn Miller

Rest in Peace My friend in the Arms of our Father. My Prayers go out to You and the Family,

"To live in the hearts we leave behind is not to die." ~Thomas Campbell Brenda B. Francis Rayne, LA

Kimesha,I am praying for the family as you celebrate the life of Mr.Sonnier. May God bless and keep you in His perfect peace.Monica Newcost

Cousin Gloria, we send love ❤ and condolences from Orange, Texas. You are in our prayers 🙏! This is the family of Geraldine Richard(Curley): Rachel, Latrice, and Roderick. We are not far away if you need us.❤

Mr. TJ was always very kind and never met a stranger! His upbeat personality and kind spirit will always be remembered! My condolences to the family. Prayers will be said in his memory and for peace to come to his family.

Will keep you all in my prayers What a great Man will be miss

Thom, T.J. ,Sweet Sweet Memories . We been close friends since the Sixties. S.U. Late nite runs to Krispy Creams Donuts , downtown Baton Rouge.We stayed in touch.over the years...R.I.P. Brother. Charles Lewis3

What a kind hearted man Mr. Sonnier was! I will keep the family in my prayers and strength!

My sincere condolences to the family of Mr. Thomas Sonnier II. He was one of the most kindness man I had ever met. He did not meet a stranger. His sweet and kind personality will be missed. Absent from the body, present with the Lord. Marilyn M. Holmes

When I met this man and his wife with was very classy through his daughter he was so nice to me a real charmer and intelligent man so sorry to here of his passing.l am praying for the family.

We send our condolences to the Joseph and Sonnier families.

Sincere condolences to Tom's Family. May he Rest In Peace. Prayers for the comfort and healing of his family. Marcia Malbroue Wallace

To the family you all have my deepest sympathy 💐 will keep the family in my prayers.

The Family have my Sympathy and will keep the family in my Prayers.

My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. I didn't know Thomas very long and only met him through uncle Classie. I am one of Wanda LeBlanc first cousins. From my short time speaking to Thomas, he was always kind, considerate and very respectful. I will never forget his kind words he shared about my mother, Mavis Miller. Rest in paradise cousin Thomas. ~ Michelle Johnson

Sympathy to Cousin Gloria, all of your children and grandchildren. It was always a pleasure to talk to Thomas. Will be missed

Deepest condolences to the family. Gloria Chevis-Smith

Deepest condolences to the family.

Mr. Sonnier was a great man and will be remembered by all. He loved family and always had a zest for life. I will never forget that smile!! He always called me coozin (cousin) when I saw him. My prayers are with the family. Dale Leopaul (Veronica Williams)

I would like to send my deepest condolences and sympathies and prayers to the family. Kimeshi Sonnier you are in my prayers. Love Always, JacQuline Turner Freeman

Many prayers to a awesome man who always showed me kindness and respect

Sending my deepest regards to the Sonnier family may God's loving arms cover you all during this time. God bless.

Christy Wallace Houston, Texas

We would like to send our deepest condolences and sympathies and prayers to the family. He was a very good friend to my father. And a great person. Rest in Peace Ms. Cynthia Burnette & Sons

Mr. Sonnier was one of the most genuine, caring people I have been honored to know. He was my Chemistry teacher in high school and as an adult, I had the pleasure of working under him as a school Nurse . I have stayed in contact with him , occasional texts of good wishes and advice. He was a treasure to all who knew him. My deepest condolences to you for your loss, Kristie Yarbrough Bougeois

I would like to send my deepest condolences and sympathies and prayers to the family. I never had him as a teacher but sure enjoyed talking to him around school. And I went to school with with his daughter

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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