Christie Sorkin (August 18, 1948 - February 01, 2025)

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Christie Sorkin
  • August 18, 1948
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  • February 01, 2025

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Christie Sorkin (affectionately known as Chris) was born in Boston and grew up in Centerville, MA on Cape Cod. She retired in Groveland, Florida in 2005 and moved to Clermont, Florida in 2012. With the support of her loving husband, Eric, she bravely battled Alzheimer’s for almost a decade.

She was cherished by many, especially by her husband of 37 years, Eric Sorkin. Their love for each other was evident in everything they did, from traveling the world on cruises to spending quality time with family. Chris and Eric married on New Year’s Eve in 1987 and celebrated their anniversary each year at New Year’s parties. They lived all over the country before retiring to Florida.

Once Alzheimer’s took away her ability to travel, she found joy in her fur baby, Bree, who was by her side from morning until night.

Chris is survived by her beloved husband, Eric Sorkin, and her children: daughters Traci (husband Christopher) and Tammi, and sons Ian (wife Renee) and Adam. She was the proud grandmother of six grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.

Chris was pre-deceased by her parents, John (Robert) and Dorothy Cannon. She is survived by three siblings: Linda (Gail), Robert (Drew), and Jeff. She was also preceded in death by two of her siblings, Robert (Scott) and Richard (Rick).

Despite the challenges of Alzheimer’s, Chris maintained her spirit, her special smile, her laughter, and her deep love for her family. Over the last three years of her brave battle, Chris was blessed with the care of Karen, a wonderful aide who became her best friend. Together, they shared morning walks, car rides, poolside singing sessions, and weekly lunches with Chris’ close group of girlfriends. On weekends, Sandy continued to provide excellent care for Chris.

One of Chris’ greatest joys in recent years was spending time with her great-grandson, Carter. They spent countless hours on FaceTime, with Chris watching Carter play and trying to learn how to play Pokémon.

Chris will be dearly missed by her husband, children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all of her friends. We take comfort in knowing that she is now reunited with her parents and that she will be lovingly cared for once again by her father, whom she deeply adored.


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  1. Joyce Zielinski says:
    05 Feb 2025
    She was a lovely lady who brought smiles to all who knew her. Rest in peace Chris

  2. Joy lit a candle:
    05 Feb 2025
    Lit since February 5, 2025 at 2:45:45 PM

  3. Tracy Sorkin-Spameni says:
    05 Feb 2025
    I’m so sorry to hear this. Chris was the sweetest.

  4. Beverly Davis says:
    04 Feb 2025
    I’ve known Chris & Eric for 19 years when we lived in Trilogy. We travelled with them for 10 years, having many fun times and lots of laughs. We spent many times enjoying parties at each others homes. After my husband passed away in 2015, we drifted apart. I will always cherish the times we all spent together and love Chris for the sweet and kind person she always was. I’ll never forget her. May she rest in peace.

  5. Sue Adkinson says:
    04 Feb 2025
    So sorry to hear about Chris. At last her long goodbye is over and she is reunited with her heavenly family.

  6. Kerry Shank says:
    04 Feb 2025
    To the Sorkin and Cannon families,

    My thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow.

    God bless Christie

  7. Joyce Kevorkian says:
    04 Feb 2025
    Chris and I met in 6th grade and remained friends all these years. After not seeing her for several years, I made a visit to see her and Eric. I am extremely grateful for that visit, as she passed just a few days afterwards. She was a sweet, wonderful and kind friend, and will be missed. Eric and family, and to Chris’s siblings….I am sorry for your loss.

  8. Karen Rodgers says:
    04 Feb 2025
    I was Christie’s confidant, friend and care taker for 3 years. We had so many great times together. A lot of laughter and some tears. Chris was an amazingly resilient gal taking the ups and downs in stride, never complaining. What an incredible life’s journey Chris traveled. We are brought into each others life for a reason and I’m grateful that I was sent to Christie if only for a brief moment.

  9. Karen Rodgers posted an image:
    04 Feb 2025
    Bribery to do physical therapy! Teeheeheehee
    Bribery to do physical therapy! Teeheeheehee

  10. Karen Rodgers posted an image:
    04 Feb 2025
    Best puppy Bree
    Best puppy Bree

  11. Karen Rodgers posted an image:
    04 Feb 2025
    A favorite lunch - hot dog and a chocolate shake
    A favorite lunch - hot dog and a chocolate shake

  12. Karen Rodgers posted an image:
    04 Feb 2025
    One of many celebrations
    One of many celebrations

  13. Karen Rodgers posted an image:
    04 Feb 2025
    Those pancakes are ginormous!
    Those pancakes are ginormous!

  14. Karen Rodgers posted an image:
    04 Feb 2025
    Christie and Karen out and about
    Christie and Karen out and about

  15. Susan Tchon says:
    04 Feb 2025
    Such a beautiful and kind woman. A true delight to know.

  16. Joan sorkin says:
    04 Feb 2025
    Chris was always the sweetest nicest person so sorry to hear about her passing will always remember the smile

  17. Marilyn Bellavia says:
    04 Feb 2025
    Chris and Eric have been my neighbors. Eric has been a very loving husband caring for Chris . She sure enjoyed her furry animal by her side . I am so sorry to hear that Chris has passed away .

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