He was born Nov. 4, 1954, in Warren to the late Alphonse and Ada Calkins Novicki.

He graduated from Bristol High School in 1973 and served in the U.S. Army 101st Airborne.

Sonny was an avid outdoorsman, where he thoroughly enjoyed hunting and fishing.

He will be greatly missed by his sons, Dylan (Stephenie) Novicki of Huntsburg and Nathan (Hannah) Novicki of Champion, and a daughter, Skyler of Bristolville; grandson, Daxtan Novicki; his nephew, Holden (Jenna) Scott; great-nieces, Alea and Ariella Scott; as well as many other nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Christi Novicki.

As per his wishes, cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.

Memorial donations can be made to the family in care of Sly Family Funeral Home, PO Box 1275, Middlefield, OH 44062.

Memories and condolences can be shared with the family at www.slyffh.com.

Sly Family Funeral Home assisted his family with the arrangements.

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