Unexpectedly, on September 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, Roberta peacefully passed away.

Beloved mother of Ruth Kimmell, Polly Garfinkle (Michael Satz), and Stephen Garfinkle (Lisa). Treasured "Grammy" of Zachary, Lindsay, Ryan (Hope), Matthew, Sarah (Jason), Jason (Lucy), Ellen, and David. Cherished "GiGi" to Emersyn Kimmell, June Kimmell, and Lucas Murray. Roberta was also the devoted stepmother of Cary, Cathy, and Craig Sonneborn, and loving grandmother to Kyle and Casey (Christin) Sonneborn.

Roberta was previously married to Jack B. Garfinkle and later to Charles B. Sonneborn. She will be profoundly missed by her youngest sister, Rita Coopersmith. She was predeceased by her middle sister, Eileen Hermann, in 2011.

For the past 13 beautiful years, Roberta shared her life with her loving partner, Marvin Fischer. She adored her family, cherished her friendships, and brought joy to everyone she met. Roberta loved to entertain, attend cultural events, and dance the night away.

A graveside service will be held at King David Memorial Gardens, Falls Church, VA, on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at 11 a.m.

For those unable to attend in person, the service may be viewed on Zoom (Passcode: 111999). Click on following link:

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A Celebration of Life will be held in Delray Beach, FL, on Sunday, October 12, 2025. Details to follow.

Donations in memory of Roberta Sonneborn can be made to The Pap Corps and to The American Heart Association .