Leta Louise Sorrell was born September 17, 1924, to Finis Elijah Sorrell and Lillie Emma (Risner) Sorrell at Myrtle, Missouri and went to meet her heavenly savior on Monday, February 1, 2021 at her home in Thayer, Missouri at the age of 96.
She is survived by her two daughters, Patricia Taylor and husband Jerry, and Evelyn Umfleet and her husband Terry, both of Thayer, Missouri; one sister, Mable Jo Gardner of Springfield, Missouri, and one brother, Robert Gene Sorrell and wife Mary Lou of Myrtle, Missouri, and a host of nieces and nephews and other relatives and many friends.
Louise was a very hard worker starting at a young age working on her parent’s family farm. Her first job outside the home was in 1951 at Piggly Wiggly Grocery Store in Thayer, Missouri. She worked at Rice Sticks sewing factory in Thayer and then at Wallace and Owens Grocery Store for several years. She worked at Couch School, the Current River Library Program, Thayer Car Wash, Couch Post Office and then ended her working career at Riverways Home Health Agency as a Certified Nurse Aide. During her 21 years at Riverways, she gave tender care to many patients and loved everyone of them. In 1997 when Louise was 73, she was selected as 1997 Regional Winner of the Missouri Older Worker of the Year Contest. She continued working at Riverways Home Health Agency until she was almost 80 years old, retiring in 2004.
Many years ago, Louise’s two son-in-laws started calling her “Weezie”. The nickname became very popular and many of her friends and family called her by “Weezie or Miss Weezie”. She even received mail addressed to Weezie Sorrell.
Louise was a dedicated Christian and loved her church and church family. She was a charter member of the Thayer Free Will Baptist Church where she attended until her failing health prevented her from going.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Finis and Lillie Sorrell; two brothers, David Sorrell and Dow Sorrell.
Louise was a loving mother, sister, aunt and friend and will be missed by everyone who knew her.
A graveside service will be held Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at 2:00 p.m. at the Thayer Cemetery, Thayer, Missouri, under the direction of Carter Funeral Home, Inc., Thayer, Missouri.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Free Will Baptist Family Ministries, the Gideon’s International, St. Jude’s, or your favorite charity through Thayer Free Will Baptist Church, 308 Oak St., Thayer, Missouri 65791.
February 2, 2021 @ 11:58 am
Patricia and Evelyn I send you my deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. I had so much respect for her when I attended the FWB church in Thayer. May God surround you with His Love.
February 3, 2021 @ 11:17 am
Miss Weezie is such a wonderful woman, always joyful and simply a delight to be near. Her church family loved her dearly and will miss her direly until that great reunion day. Praying for peace and the Lord’s comfort for her beautiful family.
February 3, 2021 @ 8:46 pm
So sorry of hearing the passing of Louise, she was a beautiful and kind lady! She helped take care of my Grandparents, Jake and Nellie Reynolds. They always looked forward to her coming to their home! May the memories give you peace and comfort! ❤️
February 4, 2021 @ 10:52 am
To Patricia , Evelyn and family I send my deepest sympathy and prayers .May God be with you and give you comfort in the loss of your mother.
Your neighbor 15 years ago.
Norma
February 6, 2021 @ 2:08 pm
Evelyn & Terry, Sorry for your loss. Your Mother was a special lady. Take comfort by knowing she is in a better place and is family and friends who have gone on before. Love, Jay and Kay Case
February 11, 2021 @ 2:35 pm
My heart breaks for your whole family. Ms. Weezie was a joy to be around, and so very, very sweet. The Phipps and Merriman families send you prayer and hugs. Losing a loved one is never easy, but take peace in knowing Heaven rejoices at her presence.
February 14, 2021 @ 4:30 pm
We are sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. She’s a beautiful lady.
God bless you
Love Bill and Pauline
June 9, 2021 @ 9:52 pm
Evelyn, Terry and family, I’m just reading about Weezie’s passing. She was a lovely lady. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.