On January 3, 1972, he married his beloved wife Doris in Liberty, Texas. They were married 48 years and have three beautiful children.
Sonny served his country for 6 years as a sergeant in the Army's 82' Airborne Division from 1957-1962. He had a successful career of 34 years with E.I. DuPont as a truck driver.
He enjoyed fishing, camping with his brother JB, spending time with his family and adored his dog, Sophie. Sonny was a devout Christian and a devoted member of Fisher Road Baptist Church, where he served as a Deacon.
He is proceeded in death by his parents Edwin and Ella Kaatz, Brother JB Kaatz and grandson Justin "Bubba" Gonzales.
He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Doris, Children Jamie Gonzales and husband Benny, Jodi Gunnels and Jason Kaatz. Grandchildren Jessica Travis and husband Noah, Michael Leavins and wife Deja, Kali Kaatz, Jake Kaatz and Jack Gunnels. Great-Grandchildren Emma, Olivia and Abigail Travis, Liam Leavins, Bransen and Copelan Davis. Siblings Earline Stauffer and husband Leon, and Robert Kaatz and wife Nancy Lee. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
Visitation will be held at 10 am, Thursday, February 20, 2020 at Navarre Funeral Home, 2444 Rollingbrook Dr., Baytown, Texas 77521, with his Celebration of Life at 11 am. Interment will follow at Memory Gardens 8624 Garth Rd. Baytown, Texas 77521.
