"Although it's been many years since Jud was a part of my extended family, I have fond memories from my childhood that I will always cherish. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. KayLynn"
In loving memory of
Judson O. Sorenson
October 4, 1932 - December 6, 2008
Judson O. "Jud" Sorenson, 76, died Saturday, December 6, 2008, at Winona Community Memorial Hospital in Winona, MN. Jud was born October 4, 1932, in LaCrosse, WI, to Obert and Nina (Richmond) Sorenson. Jud served in the U.S. Air Force from 1951 -1953. He married Ruth Hesselberg on April 18, 1952 and were later divorced. Jud married Jeanette Kramer on May 15, 1982, in Winona, MN. Jud retired from Badger Foundry in May 1997 where he worked as a pattern maker for 17 years.
Jud enjoyed tinkering in his garage, woodworking, hunting, fishing, playing Rummikub every day with his wife and spending time with his family.
Survivors include his wife, Jeanette; three children, Eric (Linda) Sorenson of Delta, CO, Dean Sorenson of Rollingstone, MN, and Sandra (Mark Stevens) Sorenson of Stewartville, MN; four step-children, Randy Langowski of Goodview, MN, Janell (Gary) Jack of Winona, MN, Debra (John Kanthack) Langowski of Winona, MN, and Ron Langowski of Winona, MN; 13 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; special friend brother-in-law, Cecil "Hoofer" (Mary Rossin) Infield of Winona, MN; and numerous brother and sister-in-laws nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Donna Infield.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2008, at 10:00am at Central Lutheran Church with the Reverend Scott Olson officiating. Interment will be held at a later date in Woodlawn Cemetery in Winona, MN. Friends may call at Hoff Funeral and Cremation Service Hansen Goodview Chapel on Wednesday from 5-8:00pm and also one hour prior to the service at the church on Thursday.
Military Honors will be provided by the American Legion of Winona immediately following the memorial service at the church on Thursday.
The family suggests in lieu of flowers that memorials be given to the donor's choice.
Please share a memory of Jud with the family, sign his online guestbook or view his video tribute when it becomes available online at: www.hofffuneral.com
Tribute video can be found at: http://videos.lifetributes.com/43500
Tributes
"Dean, Sandy and families, My deepest sympathy in your loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. God bless!"
"Dear Jeanette & family, Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers as you mourn the loss of your husband. May the Lord be your strength and comfort at this sad time. Love & God's Blessings, Arlene & Vern Schueler"
"My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. God Bless"
"Jeanette and Family, I was so sorry to read that you had lost Jud. I never met him, but know that you and he had a very special relationship and a wonderful blended family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time."
"Jan and family, I was very sorry to hear about Jud. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Much Love. Sincerely, Jessica, Brandon, Byron, Benjamin, Britney, and Ethan"
"Dear Jeanette & Family, I am sorry to hear about Jud. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. My you find comfort in that he will forever be smiling upon you and always with you. Chris Gervais"
"Jan & Family, I didn't want to say "I'm sorry" as I'm sure you have heard that enough. I did want you to know that I have been thinking about you and I hope you can find peace knowing Jud is no longer suffering and having to take all those pills everyday. I was thinking about Jud today, and wondering what he is doing now that he is feeling like a million bucks again......I got a chuckle as I was thinking, after Grandma Donna and Jud caught up on everything, she has probably put him to work helping her bake cookies and treats for Christmas. Sincerely, Sharon, Ron & Tegan Buchholz"
"Dear Jeanette and family, May God comfort you during this time of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. With deepest sympathy and love, Yevette"
"Dear Jeanette and family, We are so sorry to hear about Jud, he will be truly missed. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and hopefully you are finding comfort and strength in all the loved ones that surround you. Take Care, Love, Kurt, Sandy and boys"
"So sorry to hear of your loss Our prayers are with you Glad that you are there for your mother Janell, as know how much your family loved Jud & a wonderful Grandpa he also was to your kids"