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Aphayvanh "Tony" Sonethavilay

July 22, 1974 — February 5, 2023

Aphayvanh “Tony” Sonethavilay, 47, passed away in his home on Sunday, February 5, 2023. Born in Saphay, Laos, son to Singthong and Manikhone Sonethavilay. As a child, Tony came to the United States with his family. He enjoyed spending his time in his home, most notably around all of his electronics. He was a quiet, smart, friendly, and generous man, who loved his nieces and nephews dearly.


He will be missed by those who loved him most, his mother; his sisters Malisavanh “Malisa” (Steve) McClanahan and Souksavanh “Souky” Sonethavilay; his nieces and nephew Nalida, Nolan and Kaia; his 17 aunts and uncles with his numerous cousins. He is predeceased by his father and maternal and paternal grandparents.


A visitation will take place on Sunday, February 12, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Fitzgerald Funeral home & Crematory, 1860 S. Mulford Road, Rockford, Illinois 61108.


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Visitation

Sunday, February 12, 2023

12:00 - 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory - Mulford Chapel

1860 South Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61108

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Funeral Service

Sunday, February 12, 2023

1:00 - 3:00 pm (Eastern time)

Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory - Mulford Chapel

1860 South Mulford Road, Rockford, IL 61108

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