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Colonel Wayne Bert Sorensen

Austin, Texas

1942 - 2015

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SORENSEN,Colonel Wayne BertColonel Wayne Bert Sorensen, US Army, Retired, Ph.D., left this life of love and service on 18 February 2015 in Austin Texas.Born September 15, 1942 in St. Paul, Minnesota, to Violet (nee Burlingame) and Bert Sorensen, Wayne earned his bachelor's degree in Business...

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A wonderful example to follow.

I met COL Sorensen approximately 30 years ago, when I served as the secretary for HCAD. Wayne eventually became the prog dir for the USA-Baylor Program. He had such a great sense of humor, and was always there with a smile and a joke. I was saddened to read of his passing, but he touched many lives! I found an old photo of him, probably at one of the graduation dinners of the Army-Baylor Program. RIP Wayne Sorensen

Dr. Soresnen was always a bright spot in my time as an MHA student. He was my advisor and mentor and I will always be endebted to him for his guidance. Earth lost a great soul but heaven gained another angel. I am comforted that he was strong in his faith--something we discussed a few times while I was a student. I will miss him terribly.

we didn't have you long enough.you will be missed and loved all the rest of my days.your loving big sister. sayonara, little brother

Wayne was a beautiful person shining with intelligence and good humor--kind, thoughtful, a great conversationalist, and a gentle scholar. He was something of a scamp, too.

Wayne was a courageous patriot who loved his country with every fiber of his being. During the Vietnam War, American soldiers were among the first to benefit from his compassion and expertise in health administration.

Wayne loved his soldiers, and when he turned to academe, he brought that love to his...

Salute to a great man, husband, father and humanitarian...he made a difference in my life. Baylor 89'.

Wayne and Tony Concordia Graduation 2012

Wayne befriended when I started full time at Concordia, helping me get acclimated to Concordia. We spend time talking about military experiences and about our encore careers. We are both retired veterans. He was an encourager, a planner, a confidante, and a humorous guy. I expected that God would allow him to return to Concordia. Sadly, He let Wayne slip away. I am sad...

I am extremely sorry to hear of the passing of a great mentor, friend, and colleague! Wayne was such a great person and always brought a smile to your face. His passion for the military and healthcare administration will be missed. Rest in peace Wayne.

Jody Rogers

With the heaviest of hearts, I express my heartfelt condolences to the Sorensen family, as well as the CTX ADP family. Professor Sorensen was truly a gem and loved by all that were graced by his acquaintance. He is a LARGE part of what motivated me, as one of his students, to continue on in my studies. The silly videos, pictures, his smile and wacky sense of humor made coming to the HCA four-hour-long-classes worthwhile. His knowledge of all things HCA encouraged my quest for knowledge, as...