Francine Sonnier

Francine Sonnier, age 78, passed away on the evening of October 23, 2024 in her home surrounded by her loving family.

Francine was born in Premont, TX on March 30, 1946 to Alvie and Hazel Wilkinson who preceded her in death. She was the youngest of four children: Jerry Wilkinson and Patsy Littrell, who also preceded her in death. She is survived by her older sister, Nelta Dayton.

Francine graduated from Premont High School in 1964 and attended business school in Corpus Christi. She married her high school sweetheart, Paul Sonnier, in 1966. They built a beautiful life together while moving many times between Texas and Louisiana before settling in Calallen, Texas in 1980. Paul and Francine raised 3 children: Brian (Leigh-Ann) of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX, Wesley (Leigh-An) of Beaumont, TX and Kristi (Eric) of Bastrop, TX. She was also blessed to be a grandmother to nine wonderful grandchildren: Alex (Ron), Sam (Nate), Chloe, DeLani (Amir), Paul, Presleigh, Reagan, Weston and Jace as well as a great-grandmother to four precious great-grandchildren: Annabelle, Adeline, Wyatt, Rayne and Reza. She was a very proud mom, grandmother and great-grandmother.

Francine was a wonderful mother who loved Jesus and dedicated her life to raising her children and supporting her husband. She was an immaculate homemaker who never missed a practice, a performance or a game and was always there when her family needed her. She absolutely adored being anywhere with her family…her husband, children and grandchildren were the absolute joy of her life.

Francine lived a life worth celebrating, therefore the family will hold a Celebration of Life at the Sonnier Home on Saturday November 2, 2024 from 3-6pm. All who loved and adored Francine are welcome to attend.

Francine will be laid to rest at a later date at the Groesbeck-Faulkenberry Cemetery in Groesbeck, TX.

In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to the Arlington Heights Church of Christ.

Arlington Heights Church of Christ