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SORRELL, Timothy Ray age 58, passed away at his home on Tuesday, October 19, 2010. He was born June 8, 1952 to Pauline (Chaney) Sorrell and James L. Sorrell, Jr. Tim retired from AK Steel in 2006 with 32 years of service. He had since been employed by Kroger Marketplace in Liberty Township. Tim served honorably in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. Tim was a quietly kind and gentle man who loved his family and home. Tim was dearly loved and will be missed by his wife of 18 years, Gail (Evans) Sorrell; his mother, Pauline (Robert) Miller; daughter, Nikki (Jeff) Palun; son, Adam Sorrell; brother, James (Linda) Sorrell, III; nephews, Scott (Jennifer) Sorrell and Randy (Melissa) Sorrell. He will also be greatly missed by many extended family members and friends. Tim was preceded in death by his father, James L. Sorrell, Jr. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until service time Saturday at the Breitenbach-McCoy-Leffler Funeral Home. Funeral services will be 12:00 Noon Saturday at the funeral home with Dr. Eric Newell officiating. Burial will be at the Butler County Memorial Park. Memorial contributions may be made to the Animal Friends Humane Society, 5225 Trenton Road, Trenton, OH 45067. Condolences may be sent to the family via our website at [email protected].

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Published by Journal-News on Oct. 21, 2010.

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Mark Lawson

November 9, 2010

Gail, I saw Greg the other day and he told you lost Tim. I am sad for you and can't help but wonder why such a lovely person has to endure so many losses in such a short period of time. It just does not seem fair.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Let me know if you need anything. Your family and friend love you, Mark Lawson

Ray Hawkins

October 22, 2010

I had always looked forward to going to work at Krogers because Tim would be there.We were always helping each other on anything that needed to be done.I am going to miss that. My thoughts and prayers are prayers are with you and your family.

Deborah and Jim Ratliff

October 22, 2010

We are all deeply saddened by your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.Shirley and Donna fondly remember Tim growing up.
Tim's Cousins Shirley (Chaney) Patla and Donna(Chaney) Morris and also Deborah and her husband Jim Ratliff. We love you Aunt Pauline.

Kaye Tirey

October 22, 2010

Gail, I'm very sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. From all I've read it sounds like he was a very special man. I know it has already been a rough year for you with the loss of your parents but I just wanted you to know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, Kaye Tirey Harris

Nikki Palun (Sorrell)

October 22, 2010

Thanks to everyone for their kind words about my father. He will be missed by many and was very loved.

Bette Lindquist

October 21, 2010

I am so very sorry to learn of Tim's death. I have worked with him at the Kroger Marketplace in Liberty Twp. for the last five years. He brought much to the work place including a great sense of humor. The Drug GM Department will not be the same without him. My Heart,Thoughts and Prayers go out to his family.

October 21, 2010

We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We still talk about the good time we spent with you, Tim, your Irish setter and your Mom & Dad freezing corn at their house. Remember the good times. They will help you get through this difficult time. Love ya. Tom & Meg

Brenda Smith

October 21, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Tim was such a joy to work with. He always had a smile on his face. He will be missd dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your famiy.

October 21, 2010

gail i am so sorry to hear that tim passed away if there is any thing that i can do bobby h

Eleni Edwards

October 21, 2010

My name is Eleni Edwards ,my mother was Barbara Poolitsan and she was "Timmy's" babysitter. I was 6 years older than him and since I never saw him after he became a man in my mind he always remained a cute little boy. I am sorry for your loss.

Kim Duncan

October 21, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Felicia Smiley

October 21, 2010

To the Sorrell Family,
Tim was a great man and an awesome person to work with. I can not explain how much of an exuberant person he was he never had a sad face and did what he could to cheer everyone up. My condolences go to the family and may the Lord bless you in this time of grief.

Kimberly Duncan

October 21, 2010

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Dave & Pam Chapman

October 21, 2010

To the Sorrell Family, Tim and I went back many years. Tim was good man and Father. Our condolences to you during this time of sorrow and may the Lord comfort you and your Family.

October 21, 2010

May you find comfort in the thoughts that are with you wherever you go.
With Sympathy
George and Faye(Adams)Miller

Lori & Nicole Pike

October 21, 2010

My dear Gail and family, our deepest prayers are with you...Tim was such a kind and caring man, he will be truly missed and remembered in such a wonderful way forever...

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