Sophia Victoria Kowalkowski, age 62, of Phoenix, entered eternal peace on Saturday, June 2, 2018 in Phoenix. She was born on May 1, 1956 to the late Susan Marie Murch in Oceanside, CA. Sophia attended William Floyd High School graduating class of 1976. She proudly served in the United States Navy for 10 years. Sophia was a Bus Driver for the City of Tempe and resided in Phoenix for 20 years. She loved going to the lake, attending church, and spending the holidays with people she loved. Sophia leaves behind her sister, Fran Hutchinson, her brother, Joe Murch and wife Sharon; a niece, four nephews; most of all, Sophia leaves behind her best friend forever, Nancy Sorg and husband Frank; and her beloved dog, Penny. Sophia was a friend of Bill W. since 2006. Contributions in Sophie’s honor may be made to Hospice of the Valley, hov.org. Online condolences can be given at www.shadowmountainmortuary.com. May you rest in peace, Sophie; you will be greatly missed.