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Gwendolyn Carol Sonnenburg

July 20, 1938 - October 6, 2022

Gwendolyn Carol Sonnenburg, 84, passed away on Thursday, October 6,2022 in Fort Worth. She was born July 20,1938 in Ovalo (Taylor County), Texas to Wilburn and Mildred Williams McMurry.

 

Gwen was a dear lady who was very devoted to her family. She received her master’s from TCU and her bachelor’s from McMurry University in Abilene, Texas.

 

She was preceded in death by her parents, W.S. and Mildred McMurry; her husband, Ted H. Sonnenburg, and a brother, Paul McMurry.

 

Gwen is survived by three children, daughter, Stacey Collins and husband Bob, daughter, Shana Abe’ and husband Sean Shaheen, son, Ted Sonnenburg and wife Annette; nine grandchildren, Julie, Jackie, Brianna, MaKayla (Drew), Braeden (Sia), Bailey (Kayeli), Nathan, Mallory and MaKenzie; six great-grandchildren; brother, Bill McMurry and wife Naomi; sister, Diana Smith and husband Charles; numerous nieces and nephews and her beloved dogs Krickett and Harley.

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Gwendolyn Carol Sonnenburg, 84, passed away on Thursday, October 6,2022 in Fort Worth. She was born July 20,1938 in Ovalo (Taylor County), Texas to Wilburn and Mildred Williams McMurry.   Gwen was a dear lady who was very devoted to her family. She received her master’s from TCU and her bachelor’s from McMurry University inContinue Reading

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Betty Bentley left a message on October 17, 2022:
She was my 8th and 9th grade speech teacher at Hutchison Junior High. I adored her, as did so many of my classmates, and she influenced so many of us in such a big, lovely way. She was such a gracious and strong lady, full of class, compassion, intelligence, integrity, and love for her students. We ran into each other several years ago and became friends on FB. I am so lucky to have had her in my life. My deep condolences to her family and thank you for sharing her with us.
Danny and Heather Harris left a message on October 14, 2022:
We do not know Gwendolyn. But are neighbors of the Sonnenburg’s. Our hearts are full of prayers of peace for your your family at this time. We have a deep love and respect for Ted and his family.
Wiley Funeral Home left a message:
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