Duane Junior Sorenson, 95, of Kenosha, WI, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 24, 2025, at Claridge House. Born on October 19, 1930, in Eau Claire, WI, he was the son of the late George Thomas and Emily Mary (Lowry) Sorenson. He attended local schools and some college classes in Eau Claire, WI. He served honorably in the United States National Guard achieving the rank of Corporal. In 1950, he married Lorna Britten. They had five children and later divorced. On June 30, 1972, he married June Surprise in Waukegan, IL. They had two daughters, together. June preceded him in death on March 7, 2011. Duane was employed by AMC and Chrysler for 30 years as an assembler until his retirement in 1989. He was a member at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. He enjoyed deer hunting, fishing, bowling, camping, and fishing on Lake Michigan with his family, and friends (Whitey and Maynard), and spending time with his friend, Tony. He was an avid Green Bay Packer and Chicago Cubs fan. He was also a dog lover. Duane is survived by his seven children, Lynnette Hoff, Terry (Mary) Sorenson, Scott Sorenson, Michael (Taehee) Sorenson, Karen (Larry Swartz) Sorenson, Ann Sorenson, and Bernadette (David) Ford; seven grandchildren, Kevin, Suzanne, Nick, Jamie, Jeremy, Randy, and Heidi; 25 great-grandchildren; sister, Jane Stein; and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his two brothers, Harold and Herbert Sorenson; one sister, Ethel Sandvig; one granddaughter, Heather Cruz; his former wife, Lorna Vidas; and significant other of Scott Sorenson, Barbara Wells. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at Proko Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m. Entombment in All Saints Mausoleum will immediately follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated.
Condolences
Rachael Bakker
November 29, 2025
Duane was like a second Dad to me. He opened his home to me in my wild teenage years. I absolutely love Ann and Bernadette. He would always come see me in the hospital. Rest in paradise
William Washack
November 26, 2025
To The Sorenson Family, My Condolences on the loss of Your Father, Husband and Son. May God Give You All Strength and Help You through your sorrow at this time in your lives. May God Bless You All ... Amen 🙏 🙏 🙏