Edward F. Sonoski Jr.'s Obituary
Edward F. Sonoski Jr., age 86, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024 in Avon Lake, Ohio. He is survived by his daughter, Jane; siblings, Dolores (Walter) Bettcher and Richard Sonoski; and nieces, Catherine Bettcher and Susan Galang. He was married for 40 years to his loving wife, Susan Crain, until her passing in 2011.
Ed was born on August 11, 1938 in Oil City, Pennsylvania to the late Sophia Sonoski (née Laskos) and Edward Sonoski Sr. After growing up by the hilly banks of the Allegheny River, Ed received a Bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the University of Notre Dame. He then received a Master's degree in education from the University of Pittsburgh, and a second Master's degree in environmental chemistry at Stevens Institute of Technology in New Jersey. Thereafter, Ed spent his entire career as an educator in New York: largely at White Plains High School, with additional work at St. Thomas Aquinas College and Dominican College. As a chemistry teacher, he touched the lives of many students. Well into his 80's, he could still astound those around him with facts about the periodic table of elements. He had an easygoing style of conversation, which he colored with a wry chuckle.
Ed enjoyed playing tennis with his wife Sue, and coached tennis at the high school level. He closely followed Notre Dame football, and road-tripped to attend many a game with his friends and with his younger brother Rick.
Ed is loved and will be greatly missed.
Visitation will be held at Sunset Memorial Chapel, 6245 Columbia Road, North Olmsted, Ohio 44070 on Tuesday, December 31, 2024 from 11:00 a.m. until the start of the funeral service at 12:00 p.m. with burial to follow at Sunset Memorial Park, North Olmsted, Ohio.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Edward’s memory to a charity of your choice.
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