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George Sorell Obituary

RAVENA George F. Sorell, 76, died peacefully at home with his family by his side on Sunday, April 10, 2005. George was born July 4, 1928, son of the late George J. and Sara Sorell. He worked as a clerk 14 years for the former NY Central Railroad, seven years with St. Peter's Hospital and retired in 1990 after 20 years with NYS Department of Education. Survivors include his wife, Eva Hamlin Sorell of Ravena; children Deborah Riley of Latham and Jeffrey G. Sorell of Rensselaer; sister, Mary Louise Muller of Ravena; grandchildren, Michael Riley, Connie Sorell, Amy Sorell, Jeffrey Sorell and Shawn Riley; great-grandchildren, Ryan Sorell-Baritell, Timothy S. Riley and Damien Riley. George was predeceased by his sister, Shirley Hamlin; grandson, Steven Riley. Funeral services will be held 9:30 Wednesday morning April 13 at St. Patrick's Church, Ravena. Burial will be in St. Patrick's Cemetery. Friends may call at the Babcock Funeral Home on Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. Contributions, in memory of George, may be made to St. Patrick's Church, 21 Main Street, Ravena, NY 12143.

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Published by Albany Times Union from Apr. 11 to Apr. 12, 2005.

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Susan and John Brown

April 13, 2005

Hi Jeff. We just heard about your Dad and wanted you to know that we are thinking of you at this difficult time.

patte livingston

April 12, 2005

mary, sorry to hear about your brother,just wanted you to know im thinking about you and your family...patte

Michelle

April 11, 2005

Eva and the entire Family.



It is with a heavy heart that I receive the news of your loss. Whether prepared for or not loss is never easy for anyone. Our most heartfelt condolences are sent to you at this difficult time. I hope that it won't be long before you can reflect on your lives together with a smile on your face and not a tear in your heart.



Most Sincerely,

Michelle & Jeff Cross

and the Fluty Family

Ginny Pearson (Lisa)

April 11, 2005

Dear Eva and family,



Our heartfelt sympathy to you in the loss of George. He was a great man always with a smile.

Wendy Nollner

April 11, 2005

I worked with George for many years at the NYS Museum. He was a great storyteller & had a great sense of humor. We missed him when he retired. My condolences to his family.

Judy & Tom Spadaro

April 11, 2005

Eva and familly, We were so sorry to hear about George. He was so happy at Sandra's wedding. Our thoughts and prayers go with you. God Bless, Tom and Judy Spadaro

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