Vondal Delano "Sonny" Diamond

Vondal Delano “Sonny” Diamond, 92, of Ohioville, PA, passed away peacefully at home on November 1, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Sonny was born in Logan, West Virginia, to the late Garnett and Opal Diamond. The family moved to Midland, PA, in 1936. He attended Midland High School and graduated in 1952. After graduation, Sonny was drafted into the U.S. Army, proudly serving two years during the Korean War.

Following his military service, Sonny worked at Crucible Steel until 1982, then joined Anderson’s Trucking. He later found his true passion driving a school bus for Shank Bus Company—later Frye Transportation—where he touched the lives of countless students before retiring at the age of 85.

On June 12, 1959, Sonny married the love of his life, his “Snooks,” Carol Mae (Strohm) Diamond.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Garnett and Opal Diamond; stepfather, Howard White; sisters, Roberta (Ray) Bartley and Jewell (John) Chaffee; and sister-in-law, Sally (Lester) Henderson.

Sonny is survived by his devoted wife of 66 years, Carol; his beloved dog, Tookie; three children, Dale “Dewey” (Jean) Diamond, Shawna (Darryl) Michael, and Robin (Jeff) Eror; seven loving grandchildren, Kayla (Michael) Dennis, Lindsay (Greg) Glass, Cody Eror, Lacey (Brett) Balco, E.J. (Sheena) Clark, and Brandi (Riley) Hunter, Leanne Nagle; and ten great-grandchildren who adored their “Big Pappy.” He is also survived by his stepbrother, Howard (Faye) White Jr.; sister-in-law, Nancie (Jim) Wolfe; and several nieces, nephews, and their families.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Good Samaritan Hospice, especially Ashley and Jessica, for their compassionate care.

Friends will be received on Thursday, November 6, 2025 from 12–3 p.m. and 6–8 p.m. at Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Midland American Legion Post 481 in Sonny’s honor.

Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.