Roy (Sonny) Nelson Nollner Jr.

Sonny Nollner Jr. passed away February 18, 2022 in Spearman, he was 89.  Graveside services will be Monday, February 21, 2022, 2:00p.m. at the  Hansford Cemetery.  Arrangements are under the direction of Boxwell Brothers Funeral Home in Spearman.

Sonny was born October 11, 1932, in Hansford County to Lois Kizziar Nollner and Roy N. Nollner.  He spent his entire life in Hansford County attending schools in Gruver and Spearman.   Sonny Nollner and Marlane Gafford were married on April 12, 1980.  Sonny farmed and raised cattle.  In fact, he went to the farm most everyday up to the last week of his life, to check the cattle, making sure they had water.  If you didn't catch him on his drive to the farm, you could spot him courtside for any Spearman event watching his grandkids or listening in on the radio over the years.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Lois (Kizziar) Nollner and Roy Nelson Nollner, siblings: Betty Dean and husband, Tom; Nell McCoy and husband Bob; Bobby Nollner and Billy Nollner; daughter, Leslie Visoski.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Marlane of the home, daughters Tammy Kay Batton and husband Stephen of Spearman, and Frances Jackson and husband, Jimmy of Amarillo.  Five grandkids, Tate Batton and wife, Janneth; Lexi  MaAnally and husband, Casey all of Spearman.  Brady Jackson, Sunny(Jackson)Philly and husband, Seth ,  all of Amarillo, Ginger Essex of Colorado, great grandchildren, Bexley  Batton, Kyson and Brighton McAnally, and Andrea and Amee  Essex.  He is also survived by many beloved nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers we suggest donations to  Spearman  Athletic Booster Club or your favorite charity in his honor.