Richard E. "Dick" Sorenson

OREGON-Richard Earl Sorenson "Dick", age 72, of Oregon, passed away at Meriter Hospital, in the presence of his loving wife and daughter, on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017. He was born on June 23, 1944, in Madison, to Rodney and Grace (Marotz) Sorenson. Dick married Carol Jean Clausius on April 26, 1969, in Oregon. He was a very well-known neighbor and friend to many in the Oregon area. Dick was a full time farmer until his death. He also served in the U. S. Army and Army Reserves, was the Chief of Police in Oregon in the early 70's, and for a time, worked for the UW Agricultural Department. Dick was a member of the Stoughton American Legion Post No. 59 and the Oregon Masonic Lodge. He was always willing to lend a helping hand when needed. Dick enjoyed coffee and cards with friends, farm sales, traveling and going out to supper. He will be sorely missed. Dick is survived by his wife, Carol; daughter, Michelle (Steve) Meier; grandson, Aaron Richard Meier; and sisters, Margie (Peter) Mortensen, and Shirley (Al) Beaver. He was preceded in death by his parents. Funeral Services will be held at ST JOHN'S LUTHERAN CHURCH, 625 E. Netherwood St., Oregon, at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2017, with Pastor Paul Markquart presiding. Military honors will follow. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON OREGON FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 1150 Park St., Oregon, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Monday, Feb. 13, 2017. A short Masonic Service will close the evening. Visitation will also take place at the church from 1 p.m. until the time of the service on Tuesday. In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Dick's name are encouraged to do so to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, KS 66675 or https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate . Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com Gunderson Oregon Funeral & Cremation Care 1150 Park Street (608)835-3515