Edith Sonne
July 9, 1923 ~ February 22, 2014
Edith L. Sonne, 90, of Nashua passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2014 at the Liebe Care Center in Greene.
In keeping with her wishes, a memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m. Saturday, JULY 12, 2014, at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Nashua with inurnment in St. Michael’s Cemetery, Nashua. Friends may greet the family an hour prior to the service at the church.
Edith Louise was born July 9, 1923 in Chicago, Illinois, daughter of Harold and Frances (Sullivan) Smith. She was third in line of six children. Edith attended various country schools, graduating from the Charles City High School in 1941. She worked at Crabtree’s Restaurant and Opal’s Variety Store upon completion of high school.
On November 10, 1942 Edith was united in marriage with James Levine Korinke at St. Mary’s Catholic Chuch in Greene, Father Joseph Murphy officiating. In 1943, their daughter, Sandra, was born and shortly thereafter Jim was deployed to the European Theater with his 11th B armored Replacement Battalion. During his two year absence, Edith and her sister-in-law, Ann, set up housekeeping together. Ann and Edith would remain lifelong friends … more like sisters then sisters-in-law.
1945 brought World War II to an end and Jim returned home to his wife and daughter and they purchased a home in Nashua. Jim went to work for Frank Noel of Greene and Edith filled the capacity of telephone answering service and stay-at-home mom. Over the next 23 years, they would add four sons to their family. There was always a huge vegetable garden; which meant lots of canning, freezing and good eating. There was always a dog in the family plus even a few strange pets; such as white mice, chickens, even a couple of pigs..not all at the same time of course, Edith had some rules! From 1963 through 1966, three granddaughters were added to the clan and life was good.
Jim passed away in 1968 and Edith was a widow at the age of 45 with one young son to raise. Edith accepted a position in the Nashua School lunch program and began taking dietary classes.
In 1974, Edith accepted a position in the kitchen at the Chautauqua Guest Home and worked her way up to Dietary Supervisor until she retired in 1988. Edith planned meals for the residents of Chautauqua just as she did for her own family. Real turkeys were roasted for Thanksgiving and Christmas cookies were made from scratch and hand decorated. She brought many smiles to the faces of staff and residents alike with her delicious food.
In 1985 a widower by the names of Edward Sonne came into Edith’s life. Edith and Edward were married on March 1, 1986 and on that date Edward became an instant grandfather while Edith gained two daughters and a son. In 1990, their first great-grandchild was born and six more would follow over the next fifteen years. Edith taught Edward to dance and enjoy Blue Grass while he helped her appreciate Chuck Wagon races and his beautiful horses. Edith and Edward would dance their way through 27 gold years together bringing smiles to everyone’s faces. Edward passed away in September of 2009.
Edith was a member of Ladies Auxiliary, R.E.S.T. Club, Moose Club, St. John’s and St. Michael’s parishes. She enjoyed working word and jigsaw puzzles, playing cards and dominos, sewing, dancing, embroidering and singing (she could even yodel!). At the age of 89, Edith decided to embroider complete sets of dish towels for her three children, two granddaughters and seven great-grandchildren. One of Edith’s loves was cooking, canning and jelly-making. There were family feuds over ownership of her grape jelly and her turkey and dressing took center stage on the Thanksgiving table. There was always room at her table for one more and no one went away hungry.
Edith was an extraordinary lady … her honesty and integrity were out-shined only by her love of family and laughter. She was strong willed and persevered in the toughest of times. Though she was short in stature, her arms were long enough to encompass us all. Her family was everything to her, as she was to them. She will be forever missed.
Survivors include two sons, James (Karen) Korinke of Overland Park, KS, David Korinke of Nashua; one daughter, Sandra (James) Lawrenz of Rockford, IA; one step-daughter, Nancy Scherer of Floyd, IA; one step-daughter-in-law, Kathy Sonne of Charles City, IA; two granddaughters, Kelly (Lee) Whipple, Kristin Lawrenz, all of Waseca, MN; seven great-grandchildren, David Whipple, Katie Whipple, Patrick Whipple and Taylor Lawrenz all of Waseca, MN, Matthew Wyborny, Sadie Wyborny, and Adam Wyborny all of Rudd, IA; one brother, Virgil (Agnes) Smith of Alexandria, VA.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, James Korinke in 1968 and Edward Sonne in 2009; two sons, William and Patrick Korinke; one granddaughter, Kerri Wyborny; four sisters, Frances Benker, Velma Mansfield, Betty Hull and Sylvia Ehlebrecht; step-son, Alan Sonne; step-father, Glover Jones.
Sandy and Family, We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Your mother was very special to us…she kept in touch over the years, even long after my mother passed away many years. We will miss her Christmas cards and keeping us caught up on the family. Gordy and Pat Scoles
We were sorry to hear of Edith’s passing. All of you in the family have our deepist sympathy. Tom & Lucille Cronin
Sorry to hear of your loss ! Edith was a special person and will be missed ! You have my deepest sympathy !!
Jim and Family, thank you for the lovely tribute of your Mom. Sounds like a she had a wonderful life filled with lots of family. I truly appreciate reading about her life’s journey. I know she will be missed by all forever. Love you, Lynn Wedel
So sorry to hear of your loss. Special memories/friendships with Edith and her family. Our sympathy and prayers for you all. Bob & Rae Jean Ulrichs Ron & Marlene Lauber
So sorry for your loss, know she will be missed. The last time I seen her was at my mom and dads. Ed and Edith were there visiting and I enjoyed our visit! My deepest sympathy is with all of you. Sandy [Hicok] & Jim Miller
Cindy Beck Stover lit a candle in memory of Edith Sonne
Sorry for your loss, David…..I remember Edith coming over to Fisher’s when we lived across the street. She was always such a cheerful and smiling person. Cindy
So sorry Dave on the loss of your great mother. I know what your going thru, since the loss of my mother is still with me everyday, and will always be. You will miss her all the time, but she is in a better place now and that is some comfort. Take care my friend and god bless!
Remember her smile when we would go to the cafeteria at school. Thought it was pretty cool that our mom’s both worked there. Very sorry for your loss.
Will always remember Edie, one of my first jobs at 9th Street Chautauqua was with her, she was a wonderful friend ,and co-worker. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
My prayers and thoughts with you all (korinke’s and Sonne’s). Edith was a nice lady, always liked her smile! lots of coffee breaks up in heaven now for sure!
Just learned of your loss, Dave. Thinking of you and sending sincere sympathies for your loss.
Just thinking back on good memories of time spent with Edith — many Chickenfoot dominoes and Farkle games as well as old movies and Washington Nationals games on t.v. It was a privilege to have known her. She will be missed by many. Linda Schmickle
I’ll always will remember her what a beautiful giving person I love you aunt edie
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
Our sincerest sympathy on the loss of your dear Mother. We have such fond memories of the past of happier times. We always had a laugh when we talked about Brandy, the Boxer dog eating an entire plate of homemade donuts she had fixed special for our ‘coffee break.’ Edith was so very proud of her family & always such a hard worker. We will always treasure her friendship & wonderful memories. May she now rest in peace enjoying the great reward she has earned!! Dick & Sue Baldwin
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Dave Jensen lit a candle in memory of Edith Sonne
Sorry to hear of the sad news. God Bless.
Thanks Dave I appreciate it.
THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY OF EDITH, SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS.
Thanks Rachelle
So sorry to hear about Edith. She is a Grand Lady! Our Thoughts and Prayers are with you. Rest In Peace Edith.
Thanks Dirk