Georganne Quan Soderquist

Georganne Soderquist Obituary

Georganne Quan Soderquist Born October 8, 1960, peacefully passed away on Sunday, October 24, 2004. Beloved wife of Philip Soderquist, devoted mother of Pierce, adored daughter of George and Margie Quan and cherished sister of Jacquelyn, Steven, Deborah and Karyn. Georganne was loved by Philip's parents, Ron and Elda Soderquist, and siblings, Lynn and Ann.

Georganne, known as "Gigi", was born in Sacramento where she enjoyed her childhood with her family. She attended UC Davis and then UOP dental school where she received her doctor of dentistry degree in 1986. Georganne was respected and appreciated by her patients for her kindness and professionalism in San Jose, at the office of Dr. Joseph Townsend. Georganne married Philip in a beautiful, intimate ceremony in 2000.

They were blessed with the birth of their son, Pierce on August 22 , 2002. Their family resided in San Francisco, a place that she loved. Georganne had a passion for her family, travel and art. Her travels took her across the world several times. She shared her love of travel and life with her many friends. Georganne's life was fulfilled with the birth of her and Philip's son as they embraced parenthood with complete love and devotion. This devotion was learned from the love she received from her parents and family. Georganne was known and appreciated as a gentle, loving and giving individual dedicated to all those fortunate to be with her.

The family invites relatives and friends to a service in Georganne's memory at Peace Lutheran Church in Mill Valley, California, 205 Tennessee Valley Road, on Saturday the 30th of October at 1:00 p.m. in the afternoon.

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Published by San Jose Mercury News on Oct. 29, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Georganne Soderquist

6 Entries

Julia Graves

November 1, 2004

I remember Gigi as a lovely, gentle girl who was very bright, fun to be with and always kind. I am very saddened by her passing and will be praying for her and her family.

Karen Konrad Harrison

October 31, 2004

I met Gigi through my sister Lisa and their mutual friend, Barbara. She was a kind friend who did not mind a little sister tagging along. She had a beautiful, shy smile. I am sorry she is gone. My best thoughts to her family- I know that she is watching over them, in her quiet way.

Elmo and Evelyn Pappa

October 30, 2004

We will miss you, Gigi.

Our prayers are with your family.

We just got this sad news tonight.

Love and sympathy,

Elmo and Evelyn Pappa

Julie M. Pappa

October 30, 2004

I met Gigi in kindergarten at Pope Avenue School in Sacramento where she was my best friend through third grade, then we ended up in different classes. We went through elementary, junior high, high school and parts of college together. Later Gigi was my dentist in Oakland and the sealants that are still on my bicuspids are in excellent condition. I remember the day of the appointment when I walked to the reception desk, ready to pay and she said, "no, just buy me brunch." I replied with a smile that my dental insurance probably would not cover a brunch. We had a nice visit and brunch in Tiburon. There are many other happy memories from playing with our jungle book characters on her front lawn in the 1960s to her attending my parties in the Oakland Hills in the late 1980s and early 1990s. We seemed to have lost contact over the past few years, but now I know why: she found the love that she had been seeking. I am very saddened by the loss of a very special and giving woman. I only received this sad news late today through other friends. My prayers and sympathy to the Quan and Soderquist families. Please feel free to contact me. I do have some old photographs.

Sincerely, Julie

Lisa Haennelt

October 30, 2004

I met Gigi when we were in the 7’th grade and she was one of my best friends in school. We had lots of good times together and I came to know her as a very sweet and special person. I am so sorry to hear that she has passed on. My prayers are with her family, especially her son.

Lisa Konrad Haennelt

Beverly

October 29, 2004

Sympathy to you and your family. God Bless Philip and Pierce, and know that God is watching over you.

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