Verlan Lee Sorter died July 11, 2023 at the age of 94 in Florence, Oregon. Born Sept. 30, 1928 in Humble, Texas to Effrige Lee Sorter and Rachel Chastain Adair, Lee proudly served in the U.S. Army. He married Geraldine Gloria Ferraro on April 11, 1953, sharing their lives for 45 years until she passed away on Feb. 20, 1998.
Lee is survived by their four children, Susan (Jeff) Drago of Bend, Lee (Carla) Sorter of Pleasant Hill, Gina (Mike) Hoge of Silverton, and Lance (Darcie) Sorter of Silverton; 11 grandchildren and 15 great grandchildren. His grandson, Jordan, preceded him in death. He is also survived by his sister, Zerilda Lervold (Washington); his brother, John Adair (California); and his widow, Helen (Peggy) Sorter.
His memory will be treasured by those who knew and loved him.
In accordance with Lee’s wishes, no services are planned at this time.
