Obituary for Susan Lucille Taylor Sorenson

Susan Lucille Taylor Sorenson passed away on June 14, 2026, after only four short months apart from her beloved husband, Steven. We take comfort in knowing that the separation they so deeply felt was brief and that they are together once again. She will be dearly missed and remembered as our fiercely loyal, courageous, witty, determined, and faithful mom.

Susan was born in Stockton, CA on March 14, 1948, to Bill and Virginia Taylor. She grew up with four brothers who taught her to be tough and fearless. She loved the California sun, swimming at the beach, and singing for her community and school. Though her family relocated to Las Vegas and she graduated from high school there, California always held a special place in her heart. As an adult, she worked hard to ensure that she and her own children could return each summer to visit family and create cherished memories of the place she loved so much.

Susan inherited her mother’s angelic voice, and they frequently sang duets together. She took this love of music with her to Brigham Young University, where she studied music and sang in the BYU Acapella Choir, touring Europe and competing. While attending BYU, she was introduced to her brother’s former mission companion, Steven, who quickly became the love of her life, and they were married in the Salt Lake Temple on February 13,1969.

They soon welcomed five children into their family and settled in Orem, Utah. Mom encouraged us kids to find something we loved to do and to work hard to excel at it. She was at every piano recital, dance festival, soccer match, football game, and track meet. She was always our number one fan. She dedicated her whole heart to teaching us the gospel in our home and was willing to sacrifice to any extent to ensure that we developed a deep love for our Savior.

Her home was always open to us, our friends, and the neighborhood kids who attended her Magic Castle Preschool. Whether she was Miss Susan, dressed as the Story Book Princess, Sister Sorenson, or Mom, she was a trusted teacher, confidante, and mentor. Mom spent her life in the service of others as a devout disciple of Jesus Christ. In whatever capacity she was needed, she willingly served. Some of her favorite callings were serving at Girls’ Camp with the young women, leading music for the Primary children, and coordinating road shows for the stake.

For fourteen years, Mom sang soprano in the Tabernacle Choir on Temple Square. Her service in the choir took her and Dad all over the world – Japan, Australia, New Zealand, Jerusalem, Eastern Europe, and throughout the United States – and her sweet and lovely voice brought hope, happiness, and enjoyment to thousands of people. In this capacity, she was set apart for missionary service and bore testimony of her Savior through music.

Mom loved to be active. She was a swimmer, lifeguard, runner and would often take the youth on outdoor adventures. Following her diagnosis with Multiple Sclerosis at age 39, she was no longer able to do these things, but she continued to be involved any way she could. She enjoyed watching all sports, particularly BYU sports. She especially loved to hear about the sporting adventures of her children and grandchildren and would attend their athletic events, cheering from her wheelchair. It was a physical challenge for Mom to go anywhere, but her determined spirit empowered her to attend every temple endowment, wedding, seminary graduation, and so many other important family events.

Mom’s battle with MS was a refining fire in her life that deepened her testimony of her Savior. As she became more dependent on Dad and those who lovingly cared for her, her reliance on the Lord deepened, and with it came greater patience and elevated empathy for others. She embodied the true character of Christ with her ability to look outward, never complain, and uplift those around her, even amid her own suffering. Her testimony of Jesus Christ has and will continue to greatly impact her family.

Susan is survived by her five children: Stacy Chandler (David), John Sorenson (Wendy), Julie Thomas (Scott), Emily Gunderson (Josh), Adrienne Edgerton (Dusty), 34 grandchildren, and 11 great-grandchildren.

Funeral services for Susan Lucille Taylor Sorenson will be held on Monday, July 6, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 762 E. 1200 N., Orem, UT. A public viewing will be held on Sunday, July 5, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at Walker Sanderson Funeral Home, 646 E. 800 N., Orem, UT. The dedication of the grave will be held at the Orem City Cemetery.