Kris D. Sorensen
Kris D. Sorensen, 74 of Tipton died at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 24, 1949 in Igloo, South Dakota to Arnie V. & Helen F. (Petersen) Sorensen. Kris spent his childhood years growing up in Viborg, South Dakota. On July 1, 1972 he married Mary Ann Ziegler and she survives. The couple enjoyed 51 years of marriage together raising their two children.
Kris was a skilled craftsman and the owner of Sorensen Custom Cabinets for 45 years until his retirement in 2020. He was a graduate of Viborg (South Dakota) High School. Kris served in the U.S. Army from 1969-1971. Kris was a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, the American Legion, Tipton Moose Lodge, the Alexandria Eagles and used to sing in the church choir.
Kris & Mary Ann used to dance every weekend and enjoyed line dancing and swing dancing. He loved wood working, listening to music and playing his guitar. One of the best things in life was spending time with his family.
Kris is survived by his wife Mary Ann; his mother Helen Sorensen of Viborg; two sons, Craig Sorensen, Chicago and Travis Sorensen and wife Lindsey of Tipton; siblings Gerald Sorensen, Waxahachie, Texas, Daniel Sorensen and wife Cindy, Sharpsville, Kathy Van Hull, Viborg, Arnita Lynch, Sioux Falls, South Dakota and Rebecca Steadman and husband Cleve of Palmer, Alaska. Kris was also blessed with two grandsons, Tyler & Caden Sorensen.
He was preceded in death by his father and a son, Eric Sorensen.
A funeral mass for Kris will be conducted at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 19 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church with Rev. Dennis Goth presiding. Burial will follow in St. John’s Cemetery with military honors presented by the Tipton American Legion and the U.S. Army. Visitation will be from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 18 at Young-Nichols Funeral Home where a Rosary Service will be held at 4:00.
Memorial donations in Kris’ honor may be made to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 335 Mill Street, Tipton, Indiana, 46072.
I can attest to Kris’s proficiency as a master carpenter and cabinet maker as he built the cabinets, dressers and office desks for my home in 1999. My condolences to Kris’s family.
He truly was a great man with a contagious laugh. We will be praying for all his friends and family in the days and years to come.
So sorry for your loss. Kris was the best cabinet maker I have ever seen. He did all the cabinets in our house in Tipton. A craftsman and a gentleman!
He will not be forgotten.
Chris and his team built us a beautiful oak stairway in our home along with kitchen cabinets. What a great guy to work with.
I will miss him.
Steve Wertz
Mary Ann and family… Kris had such artistic talent in woodworking and painting and was so fun to be around…always smiling under his classic mustache. We are blessed to have known him and you.
Kris and all of you are in our prayers
Mary Ann and family, so sorry for your loss. Prayers of comfort for your whole family
Kris was always such a sweet smiling friend. Such a bright smiling person, always a warm hug, and fun dsnce!
A great man who has left behind an amazing legacy for his son & grandsons to carry on. He loved his family & was especially proud of his two grandsons.
I had the privilege of working with Kris in his cabinet shop on 2 separate occasions. He was always upbeat and he taught me a lot about woodworking. I am sad to hear of his passing.
Oh Mary, we’ve been neighbors for how many years now? Too many to count. We couldn’t ask for better neighbors. I’ve made it through the first year without Harry. You’re so strong
and you have your faith. But allow yourself time to grieve. It’s time to take care of you and your family. My door is open 24/7 if
you need anything at all. May God comfort you through his word.
Oh Mary, we’ve been neighbors for how many years now? Too many to count. We couldn’t ask for better neighbors. I’ve made it through the first year without Harry. You’re so strong
and you have your faith. But allow yourself time to grieve. It’s time to take care of you and your family. My door is open 24/7 if
you need anything at all.
So sorry to hear that Chris has passed. What a wonderful blessing you were to each other and the many joys you were able to share.
Chis will be missed by so many. He was such a kind man. The two of you were such good dancers, it was fun just to watch you both together and the joy you shared.
Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Your country dance friends,
Larry & Sonja Abbott
Mary and family, We are so sorry to hear that Kris has passed away.😪😪 He did not sound good in church last Saturday. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.🙏🙏 He was a super person inside and out ❤️❤️
To Mary Ann and Family- so very sorry to hear of Kris’s passing! I enjoyed the times we sang in the choir, working with you at craft shows, and seeing the two of you at church. His smile will be missed and the world will be less bright without his great talent and skill. Take comfort in the memories and stories of Kris that will be shared in the days to come- May he rest in the Peace and Light of God!!
– with Sympathy,
Cathy F.
I had the privilege of working with Kris and he taught me most everything I know about construction and carpentry. He was a perfectionist but we had a good time working together. It’s sad to see his passing, he will be missed by many.
Mary Ann so sorry for your lose. May God give you comfort at this time. My prayer are with you and your Family.
Mary Ann, and family, I am so sorry for the loss of Kris. May he rest in peace in God’s loving arms. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time. My heart breaks for you, as it has been a year since Leon’s passing.
Mary Ann and family, I’m so sorry for your loss of Kris. I haven’t seen you in years. Kris was amazing at his carpentry and always friendly..Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Hugs my friend!
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Kris. He built a cabinet for me back in the 70’s. It was perfectly made. Always was nice to see you both at bingo. 🙏🙏🙏 for you and your family.
May God grant you peace after the great loss of a good man, Kris. He was a great woodworker and a better man. He will be missed by you, your family and all that had the pleasure of knowing him. May his rest in peace in the hands of God.
We are so sorry about Chris. He sure was a great craftsman and cabinet maker! I saw you guys on the dance floor and watched in admiration 💕
Mary Ann and family, I cannot stop the flow of tears right now as I watch the tv sitting in the beautiful cherry cabinet Kris made for us many moons ago. (He also built a beautiful wall of bookshelves and cabinets in our basement rec room in Doverview) First,Kris was a gentle soul, so kind and good. I loved watching you two dance! He was SO talented! Second, having lost Ron to the same dreadful disease, I am certainly offering my sympathy and love to you all ♥️
I never knew the man but I know his son. If the father is anything like his son then he is a great man. My deepest sympathies Travis to you and your family.
I never knew the man but I know his son. If the father is anything like his son then he is a great man. My deepest sympathies Travis to you and your family.