Kyle A. Sorell

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Kyle Sorell Obituary

CAMDEN | Kyle Alan Sorell, 51, died Monday, January 12, 2009.

Kyle was born in San Angelo, Texas, on October 23, 1957, a son of Sammie Hudson Drake and the late Billie Frank Sorell.

Kyle was a graduate of the University of South Carolina with a degree in Criminal Justice. A lifetime of work in law enforcement including the Forest Acres Police Department and retirement from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy in 2004, he was currently employed as Captain of the Columbia College Police Department.

Kyle's beautiful bass voice will be remembered by his church. He was also program coordinator of Arise and Build. A tall man in stature, with a strong shoulder to lend to all in need, Kyle was called friend by so many people. An example of Christ-like love and support that never waivered. He lived his life with a servant's heart. Kyle was known by his many friends to call and say, ''I just wanted to hear your voice.''

A loving thank you to Bill and Lois, and the family for so graciously accepting Kyle, Misty and Alan with their loving language of the heart.

He is survived by his loving wife and best friend, Misty Brown; mother, Sammie Hudson Drake of Abilene, Texas; son, Alan Sorell Jr. of Pawleys Island; sister, Susie (J.) Cassle of Abilene, Texas; nephew, B.J. (Misty) Cassle; great-nephew, James Michael Cassle; stepmother, Wanda (Bill) Spurgin of Abilene, Texas; stepbrother, Tony (Jane) Thetford; stepsisters, Sherry Thetford, Terry (Pat) Sanson, and Debbie (Tim) Owens; his faithful dog, Lucky; and cat, Cfer.

A celebration of the life of Kyle Alan Sorell will be held 1 p.m. Friday, January 16, 2009 in Hermitage Baptist Church. The Rev. Condy Richardson will officiate.

The family will receive friends immediately after the service in the church fellowship hall.

Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Kyle's home group and the Columbia College Police Department.

Please sign a guest book at www.kornegayfuneral.com and at MyrtleBeachOnline.com.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Arise and Build, Hermitage Baptist Church, 814 Jefferson Hwy., Camden, SC 29020.

Kornegay Funeral Home, Camden Chapel, is in charge of the arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Sun News on Jan. 16, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Kyle Sorell

8 Entries

Paul Yurkin

January 22, 2009

I had the pleasure of being trained by Kyle while at the academy also. He also road with me during Memorial Day Weekend about 10 years ago in Myrtle Beach. I remember Kyle to be very funny and full of knowledge. We will miss you Kyle.

wayne abney

January 17, 2009

I worked at the sc criminal justice academy with Kyle. We became friends. He will be missed. Family you are in my prayers

Joyce Outlaw

January 16, 2009

Didn't know him personally but I knew of his work as a member of Hermitage Baptist Church. My Sister, Jeanette Elliott was very fond of him and spoke of him often. He will be missed.

Bryan Willis

January 16, 2009

The day when I first time I met Kyle, I was a teenager growing up in Forest Acers. Kyle was a big stature of a man, and when he came up to me and introduced himself in his “official capacity” the first thing I thought was… How do I explain to my Dad that I was speeding down Forest Drive at ten minutes before midnight on a school night...But Kyle being the kind hearted person that he was, just ask me to slow it down, and keep it below the sound barrier. Kyle and several others at Forest Acers introduced me to Law Enforcement and offered me advice during my early years. Thank you Kyle for the values you instilled in me. My prayers go out to the family.

Donn & Bill Flynn

January 15, 2009

We are saddened to hear about Kyle's Death. Alan loved his Dad very much and always looked forward to visiting him and Missy. We pray for guidance and comfort for his family during the days ahead.

Lorna Hanson

January 15, 2009

I was so sorry to hear of Kyles passing. When we were both teaching at the Academy I had the opportuinty to share an office with Kyle. I could not have asked for a better office mate. Anytime I see anything about Texas still today, Kyle always comes to mind. I am so sorry for your loss.

ALEX GEORGE

January 15, 2009

Kyle will be very much missed. He kept me in line when he was at Forest Acres PD prior to me joining the AF in 1986. Just saw him last year at a USC game. We had many fun times and he was always very funny. We were very sad to hear about his passing yesterday. Our prayers go out to his family and friends…

Tammy & Bryan Tutko

January 14, 2009

Kyle was a good man and a dear old friend who will be missed. Bryan worked with him at the Police Academy in the 90's and he was one of my instructors when I went through the Police Academy(94) before going to work for Newberry County. We were sad to hear of his passing. He always spoke so proudly of his son Alan. He always had a smile on his face and kindness in his heart...may that continue on his new journey.

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