(L.A.) Thomas Verdonck, 59, Died in Palmdale

Case Number: 2026-07102

Los Angeles County is reporting the death of a 59-year-old White/Caucasian male that occurred at his residence.

The coroner’s office identified the man as Thomas Verdonck.

Manner of Death: Suicide

Cause of Death: Gunshot Wound of the Head

RIP THOMAS VERDONCK (April 1967 – May 2, 2026)

Formal pronouncement of death was made on Saturday.

2026-07103     ELAINE SORRENTINO VERDONCK 64         Residence
2026-07102     THOMAS            VERDONCK 59         Residence

The decedent shot his wife dead before turning the gun on himself. They are thought to have been suffering from serious medical ailments.

Reference address: 4006 De Anza Drive, Palmdale CA 93551

(L.A.) Elaine Sorrentino Verdonck, 64, Died in Palmdale