Shirley Ann Sorenson, age 78, of Tarzana, CA formerly of East Grand Forks, MN, passed away, December 17, 2025 at Providence Cedars Sinai, Medical Center in Tarzana, CA.

Shirley Ann Sorenson was born April 27, 1947 in Grand Forks, ND to Maldor and Gladys (Rummel) Sorenson. She grew up in East Grand Forks and graduated from East Grand Forks Senior High in 1965.  Following high school, Shirley attended college at the University of Minnesota earning her degree Radiologic Technologies. She worked as a Radiation Therapist at the Grand Forks Clinic. On August 5, 1976, Shirley was united in marriage to Peter Levasseur at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in East Grand Forks, MN. To this union, they would add their pride and joy, precious daughter Leah Ann on September 26, 1978.  They made their home in Calabasas Park, CA. Sadly less than two years later, their world was shattered when Leah Ann passed away.

Animals, especially cats, had a special place in Shirley's heart. She also enjoyed helping with animal rescues and spending time with her family.

Shirley is survived by her sister Gloria Falk of O'Fallon, MO, niece Sherry Dahlstrom, and nephews Jeff Falk and Robbie Sorenson. She was preceded in death by her parents Maldor and Gladys Sorenson and beloved daughter Leah Ann Levasseur, brother Donald (Shirley) Sorenson, and brother-in-law James Falk.

FUNERAL: 11:00 AM, Thursday, May 21, 2026 at Our Savior's Lutheran Church, 1515 5th Ave. NW, East Grand Forks, MN 56721

VISITATION: One hour prior to the funeral at the church.

INTERMENT: Shirley will be laid to rest with her beloved daughter Leah at Resurrection Cemetery in East Grand Forks.