Joyce Marie Sorenson

Sorenson-Rettmann, Joyce (Clor), age 91, went to be with her Lord, on October 17,2019. She was a longtime resident of Bloomington, MN. Preceded in death by; her husband “Ed” of 52 years and her second husband “Mel” of 12 years, also by her parents and 4 brothers and 3 sisters. She was born in Alexandria, NY and grew up in Batavia, NY. She received her BA from Albany State University and then joined the US Air force to see the World. She earned her MA while in Texas at Trinity University. She was stationed at Lackland Air Force where she met Ed and married in 1952. They came up to Minnesota where they would raise their four children. She had a long and successful career as a Sales Manager with World Book Encyclopedias, earning many awards over the years. She did substitute teaching into her 80’s because she loved it. Joyce was a ball of fire, always on the go. She loved spending time with her family and friends. Joyce’s greatest joy was her love for the Lord. She was a longtime member of Hope Presbyterian Church, and then Normandale Hyland United Methodist Church. She was active in: Bible studies, choir, serving homeless, prayer groups and all kinds of committees. Joyce loved to travel and instilled that into her children. She saw Europe, Mexico (parasailed at age 74!), Hawaii, Belize (mission trip, age 76), Israel (with her church, age 78). She loved visiting family and friends across the county. She traveled to Colorado, age 90, for grandsons HS graduation and was so proud to be there. She started every day with daily devotion and prayer time where she would remember all her family and those in need. She was an avid bridge player and swam daily.Joyce finished her earthly walk enjoying time at Presbyterian Homes, in Bloomington, MN. She was a longtime resident and was known by all as an ambassador. She would walk the entire complex delivering bulletins and stop and greet each person she met. She was loved by many. She is survived by Eric (Bette Anne) Sorenson, Julie (Dave) Engel, Peter Sorenson, Meta (Mike) Van Skiver. She is also survived by 6 stepchildren: Sheldon (Roiann) Rettmann, Melanie Clark, Leon (Carol) Rettmann, Lisa Irving, David Rettmann, Robert (Nancy) Rettmann. She had many grandchildren and great grandchildren, whom she adored! Memorial services will be held at 3:00 pm on Saturday, November 16th at Normandale Hyland Methodist Church Normandale Blvd, Bloomington, MN. Cards may be sent to Washburn-McReavy, Bloomington Chapel, 2300 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN, 55431

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Joyce Marie Sorenson

October 6, 1928 - October 17, 2019

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Joyce Marie Sorenson

October 6, 1928 - October 17, 2019

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