Sonja M. Vannah
May 17, 1940 ~ November 29, 2018
Sonja (Cummings) Vannah, a longtime resident of Salem, passed away peacefully in her home on November 29, 2018 at the age of 78.
She was born in Orford, NH, the devoted daughter of the late Vernon and Elaine (Hannaford) Cummings. Sonja is survived by her three loving children; Sharon Govoni and husband Randy of Danvers, Karen Fialka of Michigan, and Christopher Vannah of Salem, extremely dedicated to her grandchildren; Devin & Tyler Eriesian, Alison, Andrew & Steven Fialka, her siblings; Mike Cummings of CT, and Jane Tingle of NH as well as many nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews. Sonja was the lifeline to her entire family. If you ever needed anything, you knew to go to Sonja.
Sonja retired from Danvers State Hospital in 1995 after 28 years of service, then worked part time as a cashier at Stop and Shop in Peabody where she was beloved by her coworkers and customers. All those who knew Sonja knew she was a die-hard Red Sox fan. She enjoyed all that the North Shore had to offer; Salem Willows, Salem Commons, Nahant Beach, all the local seafood, and don’t forget her Dunkin Donuts.
Visitation will be held from 5-8PM on Thursday, December 6, 2018 at C.R. Lyons & Sons, Funeral Directors, 28 Elm St., Danvers. All other services are private.
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I remember Sonya from Stop and Shop as a pleasant person who always went out of her way to make you feel welcomed. I also remember her as a co-worker and a hard worker She always brought out the best in everyone with her smile. Also remember all the different outfits for the seasons,holidays,Red Sox days and the Patriots days, and the most favorite of all was now during the Christmas season. We will miss you Sonya but you will be in good hands
I met Sonja about a year & a half ago when I started working at Stop & Shop. She was so friendly & nice! I loved when there was a Red Sox game because she’d come in with her RS gear on! She was so cute. She will truly be missed❤️
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Chris, We wanted to offer our sincere condolences on the passing of your Mom…after seeing the picture I do remember her from Stop & Shop….I hope all the wonderful memories you have of her bring you comfort during this hard time….Prayers and Blessings to You and your Family.
Bubba ( Chris ) saddend to hear about your Grandmother on. Always loved Sonja, especially when she made a pot meatballs
Luv ya. Miss ya.
Kenny
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Goodbye my friend, Sonya, I worked with her as a cashier.. we were only part time each so I didnt work with her alot, but in nearly 4 years I remember all the crazy hats and earrings at the holidays, and the pins that some of her grandchildren made for her.. She was always talking sports with some of her favorite customers.. She will be missed alot.. I miss you.. even though I retired nearly six months ago.. Godspeed my friend.. Vicki Maynard