Joel James Sonntag Obituary
The memory of Joel James Sonntag of Indianapolis, Indiana, who passed away on November 29, 2025 at the age of 42, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though Joel may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.
He is survived by: his parents, James Sonntag and Paula Sonntag of Middlebury; and his sisters, Charissa Schmidt (Scott) of Black Creek, Chara Liang (Peter) of Middlebury, Elizabeth of Middlebury and Evangeleen of Middlebury. He is also survived by four nieces, two nephews, cousins, and a dear great-aunt.
In lieu of memorial trees or flowers the family requests donations be directed to World Missionary Press PO Box 120 New Paris, Indiana 46553.