Gary Joseph Sonterre

Gary J. Sonterre, 60, of Emerado, ND, passed away on Monday, November 16, 2020 at Altru Hospital in Grand Forks.

Gary was born October 12, 1960, in Minneapolis, MN, the son of Shirley & Lawrence (Haney) Sonterre. He grew up in attended schools in the Minneapolis area.

He married Mary Powell on June 30, 1984 in Grand Forks, ND. Together they lived in Grand Forks and Emerado, raising a son, Ricky.

Gary worked as a heavy equipment operator and was a truck driver. He loved his work.

He enjoyed fishing, working on cars, spending time with his grandson and family.

Gary is survived by his wife, Mary; son, Ricky; grandson, Hunter; brothers, Rick Sonterre, Larry (Tammie) Sonterre, Mark (Lisa) Sonterre and Jake Sonterre; sister, Wendy Sonterre; sister-in-law, Terri Powell; nephew, Jesse Powell and many friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents; sister-in-law, Peggy Sonterre and 2 nephews, Nick and Brian Haase.

A private memorial service will be held.

**You may view the memorial service by using this link. https://youtu.be/xOvCYUSWVMU