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Harold Schonhardt Obituary
Apr 9, 1938 - Apr 21, 2024
Sandusky
Harold Allen Schonhardt went to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 21, 2024.
Harold A. or "Sonny" as everyone lovingly called him, was born April 9, 1938, in Venice, to Harold R. and Alice (Pfistner) Schonhardt.
Sonny graduated from Margaretta High School in 1956. He began his career at United States Postal Service in 1963 in Venice and ultimately retired as Postmaster of Sandusky in 1992. Additionally, Sonny minted successful secondary careers as the owner and operator of Schonhardt's Grocery from 1962-1999 and Coronado Motel from 1977-1995. Following these endeavors, Sonny thoroughly enjoyed driving delivery trucks for Toft's Dairy and Corso's until 2013 as well as volunteering at Serving our Seniors since 2013. Sonny was a devoted member of Trinity Lutheran Church for over 30 years and formerly served as President and Treasurer of Sandusky Bay Kiwanis. He was also a former member of Sandusky Elks Lodge.
He is survived by his sister, Alice Kuns (Richard) of Castalia; two children he had an unmistakable love for, Vickie Horsley (LaRue) of Lucasville and Scott Schonhardt of Mansfield; three beloved grandchildren, Richard Schnuerer (Ann), Katherine Schonhardt, and Charles Schonhardt; and three great-grandchildren, Lee Starr Schnuerer, Harold James Schnuerer, and Edward White Schnuerer.
Sonny was preceded in death by his parents; beloved partner and fiancée, Patricia J. "Patty" Lang; and sister, Agnus Harkness.
His family is incredibly grateful for the loving care and friendship of Angie Schaffer.
Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2024, at David F. Koch Funeral and Cremation Services, 520 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky. Sonny's funeral will be 10 a.m. Saturday, April 27, 2024, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 502 Bardshar Road, Sandusky. The Rev. Jennifer A. Herrmann will officiate. Burial will be at Venice Cemetery, Margaretta Twp.
The family suggests that memorial contributions may be made to Trinity Lutheran Church, 502 Bardshar Road, Sandusky, Ohio, 44870.
Your memories and words of comfort may be share with Sonny's family at davidfkoch.com.
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Bob & Ginger Szmik
April 25, 2024
Condolences to your family Sonny, and Angie. I worked at Third National Bank, next to the post office, for several years. Sonny was always a bright spot in our day. RIP Sonny
Larry & Mary Barr
April 25, 2024
So sorry to hear this! Blessings to all family! Many good times with this postal friend of ours for a very longtime! Larry & Mary Barr
Holly Halstead Clayman
April 25, 2024
My father was Jim Halstead, who recently passed. He and Sonny were good friends for a very long time. My sincere condolences for the families loss. He was a good friend to my father. Now these two are together, probably creating a disturbance in heaven.
Penny Hasenmeier
April 23, 2024
With deepest sympathy my friend, I'm here for you. May God Bless You and your family.
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