Marc Anders Sonefeld, 66, was welcomed into heaven Saturday, June 16th, 2018. He was born in Manistee, MI December 11, 1951 to Edith and Joseph Sonefeld. He is survived by his loving wife of forty-two years, Camilla (Walenga) Sonefeld; his children: Hilary and Gayle Sonefeld; and brother John (Diane) Sonefeld. Marc served in the United States Navy as a Radioman Second Class Petty Officer. He served on the USS Inchon (LPH-12) from 1973-1974 and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. Marc went on to dedicate himself to the Grand Rapids Police Department as an emergency communications operator for 33 years and was awarded Civilian of the Year in 1990. After retirement, Marc’s fierce passion for travel brought him all over the globe with his wife Camilla and lifelong friend Gary Sielski. A funeral mass for Marc will be held at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, 2275 Diamond Ave NE, Grand Rapids, 49505, on Saturday, June 23rd, at 11am. Family will greet visitors an hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking any donations be made to the USS Inchon Association, PO Box 6361, Nalcrest, FL 33856. For Paypal donations, please reference email address [email protected].
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