Friday, March 26, 2021 at 12:00 a.m.
Sorochan, Jean
JEAN ROSELLIE SOROCHAN, beloved wife of the late John Sorochan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, at St. Michael's Health Centre, on Monday, March 22, 2021 at the age of 85 years.
JEAN ROSELLIE SOROCHAN, beloved wife of the late John Sorochan, passed away peacefully surrounded by family, at St. Michael's Health Centre, on Monday, March 22, 2021 at the age of 85 years.
She is survived by her son Glenn (Heather) of Lethbridge area and their children Christie of Cortes Island BC, Dr. Cayley (Dr. Mark Leger) of Montreal, Ryan of Lethbridge and Jamie of Vancouver; son Don (Dilene) of Lethbridge and their son David (Cassidy) of Lethbridge; son Dale of Lethbridge; daughter Myra and children Kara and Rory Valgardson of Lethbridge; son James of Lethbridge; daughter Jannette of Lethbridge and her children Stephanie Stoesz (Rudy) of Abbottsford, Anthony Schoen of Lethbridge; daughter-in-law Lisa Mitchell of Lethbridge; and great-grandchildren: Chamadaska, Quill, Emery, Phoenix and Henry. She is also survived by her siblings: Donald (Loreen) Gartly, Gerald (Delores) Gartly, Dale (Marlene) Gartly and Annabelle (Melvin) Derzaph as well as many nieces and nephews.
Jean was predeceased by her husband John, son Daniel and brothers George, Murray and Jim Gartly.
Jean and John were married in Redcliff, AB in 1954. They raised their family mostly in Transcona area of Winnipeg, Manitoba, before moving to Lethbridge. Jean was a stay at home mom who loved reading. She enjoyed camping and led a very active life walking and going to the gym. Jean's happiest times were spent with family. She enjoyed travelling back to Redcliff to visit her family and partake in the family reunion golf tournaments and BBQ's in Lethbridge and Medicine Hat.
The family is very appreciative of the excellent care afforded to Jean at St. Mike's Health Care Centre.
A Celebration of Jean's Life will be held on Friday, March 26, 2021 at 1:00 P.M. with Rev. Dr. Daniel Zopoula officiating. The service will be live streamed and may be accessed via Jean's obituary on the Cornerstone website.
In memory of Jean, donations may be made to CMHA (contact 403-329-4775), Lethbridge Humane Society (canadahelps.org/en/dn/38943) or a charitable organization of your choice.
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Our hearts and prayers are with you. May all the great memories bring you comfort- she raised an amazing family. RIP
It was a pleasure to have known Jean with her spunky attitude and beautiful smile. May she rest in peace.
We express our deepest sympathy to the SOROCHAN family on the loss of a beautiful lady. A mother, grandma and a dear friend to many. She was a woman of many talents and loved her family dearly as well as her siblings. May her memories live in ALL your hearts forever as she continues to watch over all of you and enjoys her new family in heaven. Love and blessings.
So sad to hear of your mom's passing. I only met her a few times but she was always bright and cheerful. I know you will miss her. May God be with you and your family to help you through this time. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
We were so very sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Love Todd and Lanna
I am so sorry for your loss. We will miss you Auntie Jean. I will always remember the camping trips and the annual gopher classics. RIP
Heartfelt sympathy to all the family members! Our prayers are with you! Sincerely Randy and Jo-Ann Duran (Magdalin)
Rest in peace Auntie Jean. Thinking of you and family today.
Our sincere condolences to the Sorochan and Gartly families.
We were so very saddened to hear of your Mom's passing. Such a big loss for all of you. We remember her as a gentle, caring person. Our deepest sympathy.
Our deepest condolences to your families at this time. May your memories bring you comfort. Your Mother will truly be missed.
My sincere condolences to the Sorochan family.
Thinking of you all, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Our sincere condolences to the Sorochan family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Her kind soul will forever be in my memories and heart.
Deepest condolences to the family during this difficult time.