Clyde R. "Sonny" Lonsinger, Jr., 68, of Vista View, died at 1:25PM Friday August 19, 2011 at Forest View Health Campus in Zanesville.

Mr. Lonsinger was born September 30, 1942 in Walhonding, a son of the late Clyde R. and June Lonsinger, Sr. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy serving from 1962-1966 and had retired from the City of Zanesville sanitation department. He enjoyed being on his farm and loved his cats.

He is survived by his loving wife, Judy (Cline) Lonsinger, a resident of Forest View; a step- son, Paul (Camille) Peters; an uncle, Jim Lonsinger of Walhonding and several nieces, nephews and cousins including Charline "Sis" Whyde and her sons, Billy and Bobby Whyde all of the Dresden area. His step-mother, Clarice Lonsinger preceded him in death.

A caring cremation will be observed and no services will be held.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Shelter, 1400 Serenity Lane, Zanesville, OH 43701.