Ora Louis "Sonny" Shugert, 88, of Waldron , passed away Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at The Willows of Greensburg.

Born June 28, 1935 in Shelbyville, he was the son of Fredrick Shugert & Ethel (Keppel) Shugert. He married Patricia Mae (Martin) Shugert on June 6, 1958 and she preceded him in death. Survivors include 3 children- Kathy Mitchell (Jeff) of St. Paul, Susie Gardner (Doug) of Rushville, Lee Ruse (Dianna) of Morristown, Tennessee; 5 grandchildren- Matthew Gardner (Bekah), David Gardner (Cheyenne), Amye Mitchell, Sam Mitchell (Madeline), Alex McGeath; and 3 great grandchildren- Caroline Perry, Lorelai Gardner, and Maeve Mitchell.

He was preceded in death by his parents, spouse, daughter Debbie McGeath, sister Emma Haehl and brother Robert Shugert.

Sonny graduated from Waldron High School in 1954. He was a self employed heavy equipment operator, retiring after many years.   Sonny  served in the Marine Corp, and  was a member of Antique Tractor Collectors Club, Lewis Creek Baptist Church, and St. Paul Senior Citizens. He served in various churches as Deacon and Trustee for many years. 

Sonny loved playing euchre, restoring old Farmall tractors, driving in parades, fishing, and his dogs, Susie & Kelly.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren.  After Patricia's passing, he founded a support group called Sonny's Bunch, which met on Thursday evenings for dinner and activities. The group is still functioning. He was very active in his church and church activities.

Funeral services will be 12:00 noon, Saturday, May 4, 2024 at Glenn E. George & Son Funeral Home, 437 Amos Road, with Pastor Scott Sharp officiating.

Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery with Military rites conducted by the American Legion.

Visitation will be Saturday morning from 10:00 am until the time of the service, at the funeral home.

Memorial donations can be made to Shelby County Animal Shelter, in care of the funeral home.

Sonny's service will be broadcast live on Facebook.