A funeral service for Sondra L. "Sonnie" Porter, 84 of Newark will be 1:00p.m. Friday, December 2, 2022 in the Newark Chapel of Vensil & Chute Funeral Home with Chaplain Mark Pierce officiating. Burial will be at Newark Memorial Gardens.

Mrs. Porter died Saturday, November 26, 2022 after an extended illness. She was born May 12, 1938 in Crooksville, OH to the late Francis H. and Romaine (Friesner) Barker. She was a graduate of Roseville High School and worked as a store manager at Uhlman's Department Store. A Methodist by faith, she enjoyed walking and spending time with her family.

Survivors include her children, Kathy (Charles) Hopper of Heath, Andy Porter of Heath; grandchildren, Jon Porter, Jason Porter and Anthony Hopper.

In addition to her parents Mrs. Porter was preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Smith.
Friends and family may visit two hours prior to the funeral service, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, 1850 W. Main Street, Newark, OH 43055.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Altercare of Newark – North and Hospice of Central Ohio for their excellent care.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Foundation for Hospice of Central Ohio; envelopes will be available at the funeral home.