Visitation: Visitation will be Thursday, from 2-7 p.m., family present from 5-7 p.m., at Anderson Funeral Home in Canton.
Service: Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 13, 2021 at Redeemer Free Lutheran Church in Canton, SD.
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Lucille Sorenson, age 93, died Saturday, August 7, 2021 surrounded by her family at Ava’s House in Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral services will begin at 11:00 a.m. Friday, August 13, 2021 at Redeemer Free Lutheran Church in Canton, SD. Visitation will be Thursday, from 2-7 p.m., family present from 5-7 p.m., at Anderson Funeral Home in Canton. Memorials may be directed to the charity of your choice.
Lucille was born on June 21, 1928 in Beaver Creek, MN to Henry and Clara (Bruemmer) Hartmann. She graduated from Brandon High School in 1945, where she was active in the chorus, plays and the school newspaper. She married Quintin Sorenson on March 15, 1947 at East Side Lutheran Church in Sioux Falls, SD. She was baptized at Our Savior’s Lutheran, Inwood, IA at the age of 19. The couple lived in various communities in Iowa, South Dakota and Minnesota before buying a farm north of Canton, SD in 1968. In addition to helping farm and raise her children, Lucille worked at Manchester Biscuit Company, Sears, Morrells, Rushmore Café, Otis Radio, Hiawatha Golf Club, and Canton Livestock Café. The couple retired and moved to Canton in 2004. They moved to Washington Crossing in Sioux Falls, SD in 2015. Quintin died on November 8, 2020.
Lucille enjoyed crocheting, bowling, hardanger, spending time with her family and playing mahjong, scrabble, and bingo. She will be remembered for her pies, especially her sour cream raisin pie. The couple also enjoyed wintering in AZ for many years. She was a member of Redeemer Free Lutheran Church and a lifetime member and past president of the Canton VFW Auxiliary.
Lucille is survived by her children: Barb (Dale) Flannery, Welton, AZ, Raymond (Joan) Sorenson, Marshall, MN, Carol Sorenson, Sioux Falls, SD, Clayton (Vonda) Sorenson, Billings, MT, Gordon Sorenson, Sioux Falls, SD, Shari Sorenson, Sioux Falls, SD and Gerald (Janet) Sorenson, Canton, SD; 12 grandchildren, numerous great-grandchildren; son-in-law, Greg Bade, Sierra Vista, AZ; sister, Evelyn Carlson, Rapid City, SD; along with many nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, parents; daughter, Lori Bade; 2 brothers; and 2 sisters.
Marjorie and I send our sincere sympathy to you Barb, Jennifer and family.
Dear Sorenson family! I am so sorry to hear of Lu’s passing. There are so many fond memories of our two families getting together…so much fun was had! Prayers to each and everyone of you!
Sorenson family, I’m sorry for your loss. I remember her dearly.
Lucille was the nicest person.
I’m sorry to hear of her passing.
Lots of memories.
I’m sorry to hear Shari that your mom is no longer here like my mom but they are in Heaven now with Jesus perfect bodies in Peace no more loneliness and pain
My mom died in the morning your mom at nite
I’ll be praying for you peace, comfort, and feeling Gods presence through it all
Gods Blessings to all your family
Judy Berndt
Sorry for your loss of your mother. She’s in a safe and happy place.
To my Sorenson cousins…I am so sorry for the loss of your mom…I have so many memories growing up…staying on your farm…using the outhouse in the middle of the night…family reunions…so many fun times!! It is so wonderful that your parents are reunited in heaven…and with all our lives ones ahead of them. God bless you all and may Lucille RIP. 💜🙏
Shari, Gerald…. sorry to learn of your moms passing.
My sympathy goes out to all of her family.
My sympathy to all of the Sorenson family. I fondly remember your parents and how kind and loving they were. Mom and dad always spoke so highly of them. Its so hard to lose our parents; life is never the same. Please keep the memories close and know you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless all of you!
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of you in the loss of your mom. It is never easy so cherish the memories you have.
My thoughts and prayers to my Sorenson cousins and aunt Lu. I have many wonderful memories of visiting a farm in Minnesota and other places I can’t remember. She was always smiling. God bless her and uncle Quentin. Peace to you both.
Sorry for your loss.
Gordon and Gerald, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. It was a blessing to be with her along time. God bless you and your family