Rayward Sonnier Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Rayward Sonnier (Iowa, Louisiana), born in Jennings, Louisiana, who passed away on September 7, 2024 at the age of 65. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rayward Sonnier to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Rayward may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Philip Sonnier and Laura Sonnier (Cormier); his brother Lester Sonnier; and his godson Philip Duhon. He is survived by: his wife Lena Sonnier; his children, Shannon Thibodeaux (Krystal) and Tommy Sonnier; his stepchildren, Danny Richard (Yvette), James Richard, Cathy Richard, Josh Richard and Kimberly Richard; and his sister Rebecca Sonnier. He is also survived by twenty grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren.