Jeanne Sorensen
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Jeanne Sorensen

  • December 19, 1939 - June 30, 2011
  • Cedar City, Utah
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Memories & Candles

“Miss you so much mom ”
1 of 27 | Posted by: Stacy - Draper, UT - daughter

“Looking back over everyone's thoughts brings tears to my eyes. My grandma was the strongest woman I have ever met and I took her death with a hard...Read More » ”
2 of 27 | Posted by: Jeanne Carly - SLC, UT

“Stacy & Brian, I was so sad when mom told me about "mom".I've been out of the county and just cried when I found out. She is definately one hell of...Read More » ”
3 of 27 | Posted by: Roslyn - "One of the kids"

“Jeanne was a joy to watch at PBR events as she gave her all in rooting for her favorites, especially Tony Mendes. She will be missed at the finals...Read More » ”
4 of 27 | Posted by: Lynne Benson - Buffalo Grove, IL

“My sympathies to your family in the loss of Jeanne. We sat only a few sections away at the PBR finals and enjoyed watching her as much as the bull...Read More » ”
5 of 27 | Posted by: Debbie Crow - Holt, MO

“So sorry for your loss. Never knew Jeanne. But, I loved to see her whenever she attended a PBR event. She always got me to laughing. She was a...Read More » ”
6 of 27 | Posted by: Sheila Kendall - Broken Bow, NE

“Sorensen Family: I am so sorry for your loss. Jeanne will be missed by all PBR fans. She was a hoot to watch. She would stand up with her fists in...Read More » ”
7 of 27 | Posted by: Kimberly Lynch - Jeanne/PBR Fan

“We met Jeanne many years ago in Vegas at the Finals. Over the years we've talked to her many time. She was a really fun person who loved bull riding...Read More » ”
8 of 27 | Posted by: Tito and Diana Vance - CA

“What a sad day it is for us all, a bright light has left our world. Met Jeanne at a PBR event several years ago what a delightful person she was. She...Read More » ”
9 of 27 | Posted by: Patty Rieger - Thrall, TX

“We are fans of the PBR and even though we didn't know your mother personally, we could tell she was a special lady and that she enjoyed the rodeos....Read More » ”
10 of 27 | Posted by: Roy & Darlene - Joshua Tree, CA

“Jeanne I only knew you a short 8 or so years when we attended the same PBR events. I was always in the RRF (Riders Relief Foundation) booth but you...Read More » ”
11 of 27 | Posted by: Barbara Anderson - Durhamn, CA

“Me & my Wife meet jeanne & sat next to her at the P.B.R.finals in vegas. 2009. very nice lady.lots of fun.realy got into the bull riding. we are sure...Read More » ”
12 of 27 | Posted by: Ed & Gail Hornsby - Aurburndal, FL

“Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family during this difficult time. I didn't know Jeanne personally, but I loved to look for her during PBR...Read More » ”
13 of 27 | Posted by: Cindi Donohue - Independence, MO

“I liked Jeanne since the first time I met her working in Richfield for UDOT and her in Cedar City for UDOT. She always made me laugh and was so...Read More » ”
14 of 27 | Posted by: Nadine Nay - Friend

“Just wanted to share my symphaty with you.I work for udot in Beaver and remember how jeanne always took care of the guys.We will always remember her,...Read More » ”
15 of 27 | Posted by: RANCE BESS - Beaver, UT

“I am so sorry for your loss She was a wonderful women. I worked with her at UDOT and got to know her really well she is loved and respected. I will...Read More » ”
16 of 27 | Posted by: Kevin Lambeth - Cedar City, UT

“Stacy and Brian, We were sad to read about your Mom's death. Although we haven't seen Jeanne for many years we will always remember your family. We...Read More » ”
17 of 27 | Posted by: Kevin & Debbie Stallings - UT

“We shall ever remember Jeanne as she wove herself into the fabric of our lives. Yes, she was rough on the outside, but kind and gentle and sensitive...Read More » ”
18 of 27 | Posted by: Linda Stewart - co-worker

“I worked at UDOT with Jeanne in Cedar. She could always lighten up my day. I loved her straight forward no BS approach to life. She will be greatly...Read More » ”
19 of 27 | Posted by: Robert Brown (Hazzard) - UT

“Mirth and joy abounded where-ever Jeanne paused long enough to share her wit and humor. If she didn't make you laugh, then you weren't born with a...Read More » ”
20 of 27 | Posted by: Kitty Wright - Salt Lake City, UT

“Dear Stacy and Brian: Oh how I loved your mother. She was one of a kind and a bigger heart could never be found! I loved the rough edges, cursing...Read More » ”
21 of 27 | Posted by: Wendy Nez - Monroe, UT - Friend

“Brian, Stacy and Family So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. She definitely was a colorful woman, but the best color was her heart of gold....Read More » ”
22 of 27 | Posted by: Leonard & Jenet Grill - Friend

“As an avid fan of PBR I recognized Jeanne right away. I hope Tony Mendez and the PBR are made aware of her passing. Thanks Jeanne for all the joy and...Read More » ”
23 of 27 | Posted by: Dianne - Orem, UT - PBR fan

“My heart is with you during your time of sorrow. I loved your mother very much. She will always have a special place in my heart. I always loved...Read More » ”
24 of 27 | Posted by: Annette Long - neice in law

“What a wonderful person. She always kept me in line!! I will never forget the time she almost hit me with a steel cast frying pan at her tent...Read More » ”
25 of 27 | Posted by: Bret - West Valley City, UT

“Jeanne truly was one-of-a-kind, and we loved her so much. Her passing has left a huge void in our hearts. Prayers for her family. ”
26 of 27 | Posted by: Michelle Cleveland - Enoch, UT

“She is my hero. ”
27 of 27 | Posted by: cyndy grimmett - st. george, UT


Jeanne Long Sorensen, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend passed away on June 30, 2011 after a long and courageous battle with congestive heart failure.

As with Jeanne’s colorful character she wrote her own obituary: “I was born on December 19, 1939 in Provo, Utah, the daughter of David and Nadine Giles Long. I was raised and educated in the Provo area but spent most of my time on the ranch in South Fork of Provo Canyon. I had two brothers, David and Douglas who precede me in death. I married Gary Sorensen in Ely, Nevada. Gary died on October 27, 2002.

My greatest accomplishment was my two children, Stacy Nadine (Whittemore) and Brian (Sorensen). They will never know how much they were appreciated and loved, there were heartaches but always love and understanding. They stood by and supported us through all of the rough times. Brian married Kimberly Davis and she would have been my choice, what a sweetheart. My greatest joy was my grandchildren, Jamie, Justine, Jeanne (J.C.), Brianne and Chance, and then my great grandson Mark. I don’t have words to express the love of what my grandkids gave to me. There were times I would have liked to “kick them through the goal post of life” (and they know who I mean), but I am extremely proud of what they have become.

I worked in various jobs in office positions in the Provo, Payson, and Cedar City areas. I enjoyed being around people.

I loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing, camping, and especially riding my ATV, boy, did I get myself in some helluva fixes the kids never knew about. My enjoyment was attending Ricky Van Shelton concerts and the PBR, professional bull riding. The kids knew never to call during the televised bull riding events and the neighborhood knew I was watching it as well due to the screaming and cursing I did. Quilting and crocheting afghans saved my sanity after Gary died, as well as before.
I was outspoken and extremely blunt with a colorful vocabulary which got me into a lot of trouble, but that is the way I am. Had something to say, I said it. I wasn’t the typical version of “the sweet little old gray haired grandma”. If I could stir things up I would, I loved to have fun and be on the go.

I will be buried in Goshen, Utah next to Gary. And I’ll come back and put a curse on anyone who tries to make me into something I never was.”

Funeral services will be held Saturday July 2, 2011 at 1:30 p.m. at the Walker Mortuary in Payson, 587 South 100 West. A viewing will begin at 1:00 p.m. As per Jeanne’s request please wear casual western attire.

In celebration of Mom’s life an open house will be held July 5, 2011 from 5-8 p.m. at Jeanne’s house, 2111 Wedgewood Lane Cedar City, Utah 84720.