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Dennis G. Sonquist

November 28, 1942 - April 28, 2015

Dennis G. Sonquist Age 72, of Essex, IL passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at his home. Born November 28, 1942 in Fort Dodge, IA to the late Verner and Lillian (nee Peterson) Sonquist. Dennis retired from the Pipe Fitter’s Association, Local #597, following 39 years of employment. Following his retirement, he drove for Joyce Farms Trucking in Essex. In his early years he drove for the World of Outlaws Sprint Car Series. He was known to be a Jack of all trades. Surviving are his wife, Marjorie (nee Cheney) Sonquist of Essex, whom he married June 16, 1993; three children, Kevin Sonquist of Rockdale, IL, Brenda (Linus) Vivier of Las Vegas, NV, and James (Marcy) Sonquist of Essex; seven step-children, Richard (Terry) Fontaine of New Port, NH, Renee (James) Naughton of Wilmington, IL, Robin (Tim) Nowman of Diamond, IL, Randy (Sherri) Fontaine of Dwight, IL, Caleb Hanson of Essex, Natalie Porterfield of Braidwood, IL, and Lewis (Theresa) Nelson of Montgomery, AL; two grandchildren; nine step-grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; three siblings, Bob (Peggy) Sonquist of Port Charlotte, FL, Susan Lorenz of Minneapolis, MN, and James (Chris) Sonquist of Minneapolis, MN; and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death was one sister, Caroline Baker. Visitation will be at the R.W. Patterson Funeral Homes, Ltd. & Crematory, Braidwood Chapel, Saturday, May 2, 2015, from 3-5 p.m. with services at 5:00 p.m. Cremation rites will be accorded following services. Inurnment will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts in his name may be directed to the American Cancer Society. For more information and to sign his online guestbook please log on to www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com or find us on Facebook at R.W. Patterson Funeral Homes, Ltd. & Crematory. R.W. Patterson Funeral Homes, Ltd. & Crematory 401 E. Main St., Braidwood, IL 60408 815-458-2336 www.rwpattersonfuneralhomes.com

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Dennis G. Sonquist Age 72, of Essex, IL passed away Tuesday, April 28, 2015 at his home. Born November 28, 1942 in Fort Dodge, IA to the late Verner and Lillian (nee Peterson) Sonquist. Dennis retired from the Pipe Fitter’s Association,... View Obituary & Service Information

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