Vondal Delano “Sonny” Diamond, 92, of Ohioville, passed away peacefully at home on November 1st, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Logan, West Virginia, the son of the late Garnett and Opal Diamond. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his 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 and Leanne Nagle; as well as ten great-grandchildren who adored their “Big Pappy.” He is also survived by his stepbrother, Howard (Faye) White Jr., his sister-in-law, Nancie (Jim) Wolfe and several nieces, nephews, and their families.
Vondal’s family moved to Midland in 1936. He attended Midland High School and graduated in 1952. After graduation, he was drafted into the U.S. Army, proudly serving two years during the Korean War. Following his military service, he 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 12th, 1959, Sonny married the love of his life, his “Snooks,” Carol Mae (Strohm) Diamond.
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 6th, from 12 noon–3 p.m. and 6–8 p.m. at Noll Funeral Home Inc., 333 Third St., Beaver, who was in charge of his arrangements. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Midland American Legion Post 481 in Vondal’s honor.
Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.