Longtime Racine Resident Nancy Sorensen Dies at 92

Sorensen was a longtime member of Bethania Lutheran Church and worked as a records clerk for the Racine Police Department before retiring in 1997.

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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Nancy Sorensen, a 92-year-old resident of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away on February 18, 2026, at Froedtert South in Kenosha. Sorensen was born in Racine in 1933 and worked as a records clerk for the Racine Police Department for 18 years before retiring in 1997. She was a longtime member of Bethania Lutheran Church and enjoyed reading, attending craft fairs, gardening, and working on puzzles.

Why it matters

Sorensen's passing marks the end of an era for Racine, as she was a lifelong resident who dedicated nearly two decades of her career to public service with the local police department. Her involvement in the community and commitment to her faith and family reflect the values that have long defined Racine.

The details

Sorensen was born Nancy Colbo on June 25, 1933, in Racine. She graduated from Wm. Horlick High School in 1951 and went on to work as a records clerk for the Racine Police Department, a position she held for 18 years before retiring in 1997. Sorensen was married to Floyd Sorensen on March 28, 1953, at Bethania Lutheran Church, where she remained a longtime member. In her free time, Sorensen enjoyed reading, attending craft fairs, gardening, and working on crossword and picture puzzles, in addition to spending time with her large family.

  • Nancy Sorensen was born on June 25, 1933.
  • Sorensen graduated from Wm. Horlick High School in 1951.
  • Sorensen married Floyd Sorensen on March 28, 1953.
  • Sorensen worked as a records clerk for the Racine Police Department for 18 years, retiring in 1997.
  • Sorensen passed away on February 18, 2026.

The players

Nancy Sorensen

A 92-year-old resident of Racine, Wisconsin, who worked as a records clerk for the Racine Police Department for 18 years before retiring in 1997. She was a longtime member of Bethania Lutheran Church and enjoyed various hobbies like reading, attending craft fairs, gardening, and working on puzzles.

Floyd Sorensen

Nancy Sorensen's husband, whom she married on March 28, 1953, at Bethania Lutheran Church.

George Colbo

Nancy Sorensen's late father.

Ella Colbo

Nancy Sorensen's late mother.

Donald S. Colbo

Nancy Sorensen's late brother.

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What they’re saying

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in Racine, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Mary Chacon, Nancy Sorensen's best friend of 50 years (Racine County Eye)

What’s next

Visitation for Nancy Sorensen will be held on Friday, February 27, 2026, at Sturino Funeral Home from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., followed by her funeral service. She will be laid to rest next to her husband at West Lawn Memorial Park.

The takeaway

Nancy Sorensen's passing marks the end of an era for Racine, as she was a lifelong resident who dedicated nearly two decades of her career to public service with the local police department. Her involvement in the community and commitment to her faith and family reflect the values that have long defined Racine, and her legacy will continue to inspire those who knew her.