Florence Louise Sorenson, a long-time resident of Reading. MA, passed away peacefully in Wakefield, MA on Monday October 19, 2026. She was 94 years of age. Florence was born on April 10, 1932, in Malden, MA. She was the cherished wife of the late Walter F. Sorenson and mother of the late Walter F. Sorenson Jr.

Florence was a graduate of Melrose High School. She was known for her sense of humor and strong work ethic. She could often be seen working in her yard in Reading and conversing with her family, friends and neighbors. Flo was well known to many people in Reading and often participated in activities at the First Congregational Church and providing visitation to residents at the Residence at Pearl Street assisted living facility. Over the years, she enjoyed vacationing on Sebago Lake in Maine with her family and being outdoors. Flo will be greatly missed.

Flo is survived by her daughter Deborah Stefani (and her husband Michael) of Shrewsbury and her sons Matthew Sorenson of West Boylston, John Sorenson (and his wife Joanne) of Reading, and Benjamin Sorenson (and his wife Anita) of North Attleboro. She is also survived by eight grandchildren and five great grandchildren.

A visitation will be held at the Douglass, Edgerley and Bessom Funeral Home 25 Sanborn St. (corner of Woburn St.) Reading on Sunday October 25, 2026, from 11:00am to 1:00PM. Funeral services and burial are private.

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