Obituary of Constance Pendergast Sonthoff

Bangor - Constance Pendergast Sonthoff, 81, died July 20, 2012 at West Gate Manor, Bangor. She was born August 21, 1930 in Stoneham, MA the daughter of Frank M. Pendergast and Dorothy (Ricker) Pendergast. Connie graduated from Melrose High School and Hickox Secretarial School. She worked at CBS Radio and TV in Boston and New York City and as a personnel assistant at Brandeis University. On November 11, 1965 she married Herbert G. Sonthoff. Later she and Herb moved to Belfast, ME where she was a secretary at Crosby Junior High School, District Court, and Moser and Mailloux. She was a member of St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, serving on the vestry and as a warden. She served at the boards of Mid Coast Mental Health Association and Belfast Public Nursing Association. In 1985, Connie and Herb moved to Waldo. Connie will be remembered for her willingness to help others, her wonderful sense of humor, and her culinary skill. Perhaps Brandeis University summed up her best proclaiming “Her infectious high sprit and love of people will be sorely missed by those whose days were brightened by her presence.” Connie was predeceased by her husband Herb on May 2, 2003. Her family and friends wish to thank the staff at Westgate Manor, Bangor, for the many years of faithful and loving care. A memorial Eucharist will be held on a date to be announced later at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, 95 Court St., Belfast, ME with the Rev. Martha Kirkpatrick officiating. Those who wish may contribute to Westgate Manor Activities Fund, 750 Union St., Bangor, ME 04401 or St. Margaret’s Church, 95 Court St., Belfast, ME 04915.