Obituaries


The Evening Sun is dedicated to providing comprehensive and up-to-date information on death notices and obituaries to our readers. In this edition, we have compiled a comprehensive list of obituaries, ensuring that families and loved ones can stay informed and commemorate the lives of those who have passed on.

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Today's Obituaries


Lorena Auwarter

Published on: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
On February 24th, 2025, Lorena “Rena” Auwarter was called home to the Lord’s side surrounded by her loving family at her daughter’s home. “Mom,” as she was affectionately known, spread joy throughout her beloved community in Oxford, NY. She will be missed by her fellow members of the Daughters of the American Revolution, and her friends at the Oxford Memorial library.
Lorena is survived by her husband, Bradley Sr.; her children and t..

Peter R. Sornberger

Published on: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Peter R. Sornberger, 77, of Victor, formerly of Sherburne, passed away peacefully at his home Friday, February 28, 2025.
He was born November 7, 1947, in Brooklyn, a son of the late Peter and Helen (Blaney) Sornberger, Jr. and graduated from Richmond Hill High School.
On May 17, 1969, Peter married Patricia C. Kelly at St. Pancras Church, Glendale, NY.
Peter served as a proud member of the U.S. Navy. He moved to Sherburne, NY, with Patricia i..

Diane R. Willis

Published on: Wednesday, March 5, 2025
Diane R. Willis, 84, of Norwich, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025 at her home. She was born in that same house on July 28, 1940 to the late Walter and Bertha (Davis) Slentz. She was also predeceased by her daughter, Jennifer Willis; her sisters, Joyce Slentz, and Carol Dunham; and her brothers, Richard “Dickie” Slentz, Robert Slentz, Kenneth Slentz, Mark Slentz, and David Slentz.
Survivors include her husband of 67 years, Lawrence Willi..

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