Gerald W. Sondgerath, 62, of Remington, passed away on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Franciscan Health Hospital of Lafayette.
He was born November 7, 1959 in Lafayette, IN to the late Herbert and Betty (Grohler) Sondgerath. Gerald served in the United States Marine Corps until his honorable discharge after four years of service.
His marriage was to Rhonda Sutton on July 6, 1995 in Remington at Fountain Park Chautauqua; she survives.
Gerald was a member of American Legion Post 280 of Remington and worked for the Indiana State Highway Department for 12 years. He was an avid NASCAR fan following Tony Stewart and Chase Elliot. Gerald loved his pet cats over the years and enjoyed Purdue women’s basketball, Indiana men’s basketball, Minnesota Vikings football, and Notre Dame football. Gerald also loved tending to his garden in the summer.
Surviving along with his wife is a son, Dustin Sondgerath of Watseka, IL; three sisters, Vickie Sondgerath of Falls Church, VA, Sue (Dale) Green of Rockville, IN, and Nena Sondgerath of Frankfort, IN.
Preceding him in death along with his parents are his father and mother-in-law, Butch and Sue Sutton.
Friends may call from 10 AM (EST) until the time of Funeral Service 12 PM (EST) Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Remington. Interment with military honors to follow in Remington Cemetery. Rev. Bud Larimore to officiate.
Memorial donations may be made in Gerald’s name to a charity of your choice.
Share memories and condolences online at www.clapperfuneralservices.com.
