Sornsen, Gerald W. age 78, of New Brighton, passed away on 3/3/15. Survived by loving wife of 55 years, Mary A.; children, Charlene (Joe) Zupan, Tim, Dennis, Lori (Martin) Schuchard, Terence (Michele); 8 grandchildren; nieces, loving relatives and friends. Mass of Christian Burial Friday 11 AM, with visitation starting at 10 AM, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 835 2nd Ave. NW, New Brighton. Burial at St. John's Cemetery. billmanhunt.com 612-789-3535