This loving, caring and wonderful man has left a permanent mark etched on our hearts and will be supremely missed by his wife and best friend of over 50 years Martha Roberta Isbell.
Family was the pivotal essence of Sonny’s life. He was proud and honored to be the father of two daughters Martha (Matt) Vokes and Waynette (Ronnie) Swanger, grandfather of ten and great-grandfather of eight. He has been a major presence in the lives of his children and grandchildren.
Born in Clarera, Alabama, Sonny spent his life as a hardworking, dedicated, and loving man. He served in United States Army and later retired from the elevator business.
Sonny loved fishing and camping! He always looked forward to his monthly camping trip with Linda and Jack Aaron. I am sure he's waiting in heaven for their next great adventure.
He had a long-standing relationship with God and was very blessed with his faith to his dying breath.
He was predeceased by his parents James and Dorthea Isbell; his in-laws, Robert and Martha Edwards; sister-in-law, Emily Shuler; and granddaughter Mary (Kay) Katherine Burke. He is survived by his brother Frank Isbell.
He will be sadly missed by his many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
The family would like to thank all the health care professionals from Compassionate Care Hospice for their great care in the last couple of months of his life.
Sonny will be forever remembered for his beautiful smile, gentle eyes, caring heart, loving embrace and unconditional love. Although our hearts are heavy, we will celebrate his life and find comfort that he is in heaven watching over us.
All are invited to attend the memorial service at 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 3, 2019 at Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel, Irmo. The family will greet friends following the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer donations to Compassionate Care Hospice, 455 St Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29210.
