Patti Dee Soderberg

I still think of Soda often -- with sadness in loosing her but always with a smile remembering the times we had together and her indomitable spirit. She will be forever in my heart.

Patti was a second cousin. We met at St. Olaf as we were p.o. partners! We lost touch after college! My very late condolences to her family and friends!

I remember Patti from my St. Olaf days. She was the captain of our volleyball team. I was just a freshman but I was amazed by Patti. She was smart, athletic, and full of fun. She was a wonderful role model for me. I have thought of her often through the years remembering her infectious smile and positive energy. I had just decided to look her up via facebook and was shocked to find out she had passed away a year ago. Words can't express the loss of such a bright spirit. I'll miss you Patti!...

I just read of "Coach Sodie"'s passing in the Blake Alum update today. I was one of the lucky ones to be taught in the classroom by Ms. Soderberg, coached in the outfield for women's softball, and challenged by her as she took a small group of high schoolers on a ski trip to Europe in 1982. Patti had also recently taught my niece at Blake as well. I am so sorry for your loss and wish you peace in the days to come.

Dear Jim,
Patti will always be remembered as the instigator of social magic. Whether it was hosting an impromptu sauna and dinner for 30 or inviting a lone foreign student into your home and great circle of friends, she brought people together. She carried her flame of life out front, held high, blazing.
All the times skiing, biking, hiking and just being together with Patti and you have been some of our happiest memories. I will miss the pure charm of her laughter and wit. ...

Patti will be remembered for her energy, passion and love of the outdoors. She had a smile that was contagious. On several occasions, she brought students from the Conserve School to Michigan, where we hiked in search of wolf tracks. Patti taught by example. I am a richer person for having known her, my deepest sympathy to her family.

I knew Patty from church. We all miss her very much.

Patti, roomie at kayak school, sister in the eddies. Many good laughs and deep soul experiences. Braving life and its challenges. You are a teacher. Too soon you have left this life, but a profound touching impression you leave us with. You shall be missed and remembered with sadness but also a smile and a caution about how fragile life really is. My thoughts and wishes for strength are with Jim and your family.

On behalf of the staff at Courage Center, please accept our condolences on the loss of Patti. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.