I too am very sad to hear of this. I myself have been away from this board for long while with all kinds of things going on in life.
As many others have stated, Sonny helped me with some of my first problems and questions in quite a patient manner. Sonny, Shelly and Grogan are some of the main reasons this board kept me coming back for more all the time, and still does. I was looking forward, this trip back to seeing what was posted recently, but feel an empty spot where there should be replies from Sonny.

Rest In Peace
I'm sure your still helping people out wherever you are.