Sonya Ann Loose

Sonya Ann Loose was born July 17, 1940, in Clovis, New Mexico to Dolphus & Mildred Pate. At a young age, Sonya lived with her family on a ranch near Pampa, Texas. The family later moved to Carlsbad, New Mexico where Sonya grew up and met the love her life, Russell Loose.

In high school Sonya’s favorite pastime was “hanging around Loose”, Russell and Sonya were inseparable. After graduating from Carlsbad High School, Sonya and Russell were married in 1958. They enjoyed over 64 years of marriage.

Russell and Sonya welcomed four children into their family: Cindy, Robin, Greg and Amy. Sonya was a true homemaker while raising their children. There was never a time where their home was without home cooked meals and scrumptious recipes all made by Sonya.

Sonya was always a supportive wife for Russell, whether that was assisting in running businesses or entertaining clients. Sonya also was blessed with lifelong friendships that she treasured and nurtured.

Sonya was a talented artist and teacher. She painted anything that would sit still long enough and also taught classes for tole painting. Her dear friend group, the “Tolehouse Tillies” had many adventures that will be told for generations.

Sonya’s greatest treasure in life was her family. She was blessed with nine grandchildren who affectionately called her Nana. She was an expert in loving on the grandkids, teaching them family recipes, and taking them on memorable shopping trips. Sonya had a way of making people feel welcome in her home whether it was a family member or a stranger.

Russell and Sonya were blessed to retire in beautiful Cloudcroft, New Mexico and Build their dream home. Sonya loved their mountain home and enjoyed planning picnics and 4-wheelings trips with their peers. She was always excited for a shopping trip in town, whether it was for turquoise or a fun pair of shoes.

At their home church of Cloudcroft United Methodist, Sonya served in many capacities. She was the bereavement coordinator, and assisted in making sure grieving families were fed and loved on during their times of trial.

Sonya left this world for her heavenly home on April 21, 2023. She is survived by her four children and their families; Cindy Bolen, Robin and Peter Nies, Greg and Julie Loose, Amy and Clay Smith; her grandchildren Jessica (Bolen) Cummings, Hayden Smith, Ryan Nies, Pate Bolen, Jake Loose, Brady Smith, Hogan Loose, Alison (Nies) Burkhalter and Lillie Loose; her great-grandchildren Kayden, June, Samuel, Layten and Charlee. Sonya is also survived by her nieces Pam Bohm and Penni Shruptrine.

Sonya is proceeded in death by the love of her life, Norman Russell Loose, Jr., her parents Dolphus and Mildred Pate, and her sister Doris Bohm.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to Cloudcroft United Methodist Church.

Services will be held on June 3, 2023, at 11:00am at Sierra Vista United Methodist Church in San Angelo, TX.