Harold “Sonny” William Carmody entered the Lord’s presence on Oct. 9, 2009.

He was born in Fort Frances, Ontario, Canada on April 6, 1922.

Harold grew up in Canada, became a United States citizen and joined the US Navy Seabees during World War II.

In 1945, Harold “Sonny” William Carmody married Marian Elizabeth Carroll of International Falls, Minnesota and celebrated 55 years of marriage together before the passing of Marian in 2000.

Harold “Sonny” William Carmody is survived by oldest daughter, Diana Lynn Bull, and husband Harrison Bull; son, Ronald Thomas Carmody, his wife Lynne Carmody; daughter, Janet Marie Harry, her husband Jim Harry; and youngest daughter, Terry Ann Knell, her husband Jim Knell.

He is survived by six grandchildren, Staci, Stephanie, Lori, Jimmy, Jason, and Jeffery and seven great-grandchildren.

Harold “Sonny” Carmody is also survived by three sisters, Mickey Cross, Julie Johnson, and Carol Velacich, and a brother, Kenneth Carmody, and their families.

In 1955, Harold and Marian Carmody relocated to Chico, Calif. Harold and Marian, devout Catholics, attended St. John Baptist Catholic Church for over 45 years and enjoyed many Bingo games and activities with fellow parishioners.

Harold “Sonny” Carmody played hockey and was an avid fan of the Sacramento Kings and San Jose Sharks.

For many decades he was a licensed contractor, owning Carmody Backhoe Services.

Private memorial services were conducted in Chico, Calif., at Glen Oaks Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, remembrances in Sonny’s honor may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America, c/o Diana Bull at 2531 Santa Barbara, State St., Santa Barbara, CA 93105.