Patricia Lee Porter Sorensen

Patricia Lee Porter Sorensen 1929 ~ 2006 Patricia Lee Porter Sorensen, age 77, died of complications of a brain tumor at her home in Salt Lake City, Utah September 30, 2006. Pat was born June 6, 1929 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Donald K and Margaret Allen Porter. She graduated from East High School and then attended the University of Utah where she graduated in Elementary Education. She was a member of Alpha Delta Pi Sorority. She married Lowell Morris Sorensen June 16, 1950, which was later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. She taught elementary school then went on to work in the Mathematics Department at the University of Utah until her retirement. Mom was a faithful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in many capacities. She also gave many hours to the PTA. Mom was a member of the Polymistura Club, and the famous 2 A.M. Club, where many treasured friendships were formed. Mom had a love for life! She loved to decorate and entertain for her family and friends. Her greatest passions in life were cooking, quilting, gardening, and stitching. Pat is survived by her husband of 56 years, Lowell; and four children, Debra (John) Strasser, Jeff (Leshia) Sorensen, Scott (Sylvia) Sorensen, Malia (Bill) Saxton; eight grandchildren; and one great-granddaughter. Preceded in death by her parents. The family wishes to express a special thank you to Dr. Ali K. Choucair, Dr. Gordon Watson and Wanda, Rita and Sylvia from IHC Hospice. Funeral services will be held at 12 noon, Wednesday, October 4, 2006, in the Monument Park 1st Ward, 1005 South 2000 East. Friends and family may visit Tuesday, October 3, 2006 at the Monument Park 1st Ward, 1005 South 2000 East, from 6-8 p.m. and at the ward building from 10:30-11:30 a.m. prior to the services. In lieu of flowers please contribute to the Jon M Hunstman Cancer Institute for brain tumor research. Online condolences www.larkinmortuary.com