Sonya Hoskins

Sonya Kay Hoskins, 83, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Sept. 10, 2025, surrounded by family in the comfort of her home. Born on April 17, 1942, to Woodrow Wilson and Devota Von (Hoffer) Schramm in Warsaw, Sonya was a woman of quiet strength and unwavering integrity. She possessed a deep love for her family, friends, community and her lord and savior, Jesus Christ.

A proud 1960 graduate of Bremen High School, Sonya had a lifelong dedication to education, sportsmanship and service evidenced in part by her long service as a high school swim official. She attended Ball State University, where she was a member of the Alpha Chi Omega sorority, building friendships and values that shaped the rest of her life. She was a devoted and active member of Warsaw Tri Kappa. Her commitment to her community was profound, and it radiated through her every action.

To know her is to love her, and how could you not. Sonya believed a house is just a house but a home is made up of the people and love and memories you put in it. Her home on the lake was a haven where memories were made, stories were shared and laughter abounded. She had the ability to make everyone feel welcomed, loved and valued. Her cheerleading background carried throughout her life as she was everyone’s greatest cheerleader. Because with Sonya, when it came to her family and friends, there was never an occasion too small that would keep her from celebrating.

For the last 31 years, she was faithfully partnered with the love of her life, Kirk Zuber, whose companionship brought her joy, comfort, a shared faith and a sense of purpose.

She is survived by her brother, Charles (Barbara) Schramm; her sister, Brenda Mishler; her son, Kyle (Patti) Hoskins; and her adored grandchildren — Justin Schreiber, Peyton Hoskins and Brady Hoskins — each of whom brought light and laughter to her life; as well as one great-grandchild, Aria Schreiber. She also is survived by a daughter: Melinda Hoskins.

She was dearly loved and always will be. Though we grieve her absence, we give thanks for her life. She made this world warmer, kinder and more beautiful. And we know, without a doubt, she is home now, wrapped in the arms of her savior she so dearly loved.

Memorial contributions in Sonya’s honor may be made to the Woodies Scholarship Fund or Salvation Army Warsaw; both organizations reflect her values and lifelong commitment to helping others.

Visitation will be held from 4-7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 17, in Mishler Funeral Home, 2030 SR 331, Bremen. A private family service will be held at a later date. Friends and loved ones are invited to honor Sonya by taking a quiet moment near the water, remembering her gentle presence and carrying forward her legacy of kindness, resilience and community spirit.

She will be deeply missed and forever remembered. Online condolences may be sent to the family at mishlerfuneralhomes.com.