Michael Steven Sonognini

Michael Steven Sonognini passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on June 23, 2024, after battling terminal cancer for 14 years. He was born on October 25, 1951, to Michael and Wanda Sonognini in Aiea, Hawaii. He spent his childhood years fishing, surfing, and diving the beaches of Oahu while protecting his 4 younger siblings: David, Valerie, John, and Danny. He had a strong respect and loyalty to true Aloha and was a very proud Hawaiian. Michael joined the Air Force when he was 17 years old and while stationed at Hill AFB, Utah he met his Kuuipo, Susan. They were married on September 21, 1974. They resided in the West Haven, Utah area for the next 50 years where they raised their 7 children. He served in the Federal Government as an Air Traffic Controller for 34 years, mostly at the Salt Lake City Airport. Michael had many hobbies throughout his life and was always all in. He spent many years training racing horses for Chariot Racing with his best friend Danny Thomas until he decided to raise the coolest chickens and pigeons around. He was a phenomenal chef and loved to cook for others. He fed hundreds of people over the years for many different events or holidays. His favorite was the 4th of July and always made sure everyone had a great meal and the best time. His tradition of the 4th will be forever cherished and carried on for years to come. Michael loved family time and took his kids/grandkids on many trips including camping, fishing, hunting, visiting family in Hawaii, and his favorite going to Lake Powell with the Story’s. His love of karaoke, outdoor movies, cards, Pig Roasts, boating, and fireworks have left family and friends with everlasting memories of pure joy. Michael would often say, “Ohana is the most important thing.” An enforcer of hard work, bodyguard, a true warrior, fiercely loyal to those he loved, and his ability to lead will live on for generations. His loved ones can take comfort in knowing he will always be in the stands cheering them on. A Hui Hou Kakou, Dad. The family wishes to express with deep gratitude for the kindness, support, and compassionate care our father received from Dr. Gray and his staff at Ogden Clinic for the last 14 years. Proceded in death by his father Michael H. Sonognini, his son Ryan K. Sonognini, and grandson Michael Jarek Sonognini. Michael is survived by his wife Susan Sonognini; his children Mike (Jenn), Shane (Kim), Kami (Dustin) Lefevre, Jeff (Alise), Chris (Joling), and Stefani (Tyler) Peterson; his mother (Wanda), his brothers and sisters, grandchildren, great grandson, and many nieces and nephews who will forever look to his example. Services: Viewing will be on Friday, July 5 from 6pm-8pm at Priemer Mortuary. 5335 1950 W St, Roy, UT Early viewing will be from 10am-10:30am before the funeral service at 11am at the West Haven Church. 3628 S 2700 W West Haven, UT 84401

Michael Steven Sonognini

October 25, 1951 - June 23, 2024