Karon Louise Sorteberg

Karon Louise Sorteberg obituary, Crystal, MN

Karon Louise Sorteberg

Karon Sorteberg Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jan. 28, 2025.
Karon L. Sorteberg, 79, of Bloomington, passed away on January 24, 2025. Born in Fairmont, MN, Karon was crowned Homecoming Queen at Sherburne High School in 1963 and later graduated from the Methodist-Kahler School of Nursing, specializing in cardiac care. Her dedication to nursing touched countless lives throughout her career.
Karon had a passion for the outdoors and was an avid hunter who cherished the time spent on her farm in Watertown, MN. Her adventurous spirit and contagious smile will forever be remembered by all who knew her.
Karon is survived by her husband of 52 years, Tim; her sons, Sam and Garrett; and her faithful dog, Elsie. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brother Joe, her son Jeremiah, and her daughter Ginger.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 31, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Living Word Lutheran Church, 4300 Nicols Ave, Eagan, MN, with visitation one hour prior. Donations or flowers may be sent to Living Word Church.

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