My condolences!  He was my 6th grade teacher and was the best.

I just heard about Mr. Sorensen's passing. I am so sorry that I was not able to attend his services! He was my 6th grade teacher at Allamanda Elementary. He made learning fun and I remember him often. I would like to send my condolences to his family. May your memories bring you happiness. God Bless!

Many fond memories of the year 1991!  That was year he opened Acreage Pines Elementary School as my first principal!!He will be missed by all the students and staff that he touched their lives in some special way!

It is with great sadness in my heart to know that Phil has passed away. In 1973. I started teaching an Allamanda. Phil was a great mentor to me. In fact he recommended me to go on the Washington trip that year. I was so green I didn’t know what I was doing. Phil was always there to guide me.I remember in the middle of the year he came to me and said I think maybe I could teach kindergarten I said are you out of your mind? Phil was teaching sixth grade and the kids loved him. Everybody loved him. He was a great teacher and gentleman. I am in Europe and cannot attend the service, but I am sending you hugs and healing prayers Katie.

I will always remember Phil.
When I first became a principal he helped me a lot.
As a fellow educator and as a valued friend
there's  an empty spot and I will miss him.
Sherry Jones

Phil was such a great leader. He really helped set the stage for a special and great school when he opened Acreage Pines Elementary. I have many wonderful memories from those years. He will be missed. 

Betty Lou (Sivik) Reed

We roasted Phil at his retirement.
Everyone had fun and we laughed ourselves silly.

It’s with great sadness to hear this news…
Because of Phil, we all migrated to Acreage Pines to open this school under his leadership-
What a privilege to work with this great mentor, who inspired us all through his passion, kindness, wit and wisdom.  He was a gift in all aspects of education, educating, and living life…
How lucky we were-
My deepest condolences to his family…
Thank You Phil, we will forever miss your presence ~
Cathlene Lake

Phil hired me from Wellington Elementary to teach second grade. It was exciting to work with him to open a brand new school, Acreage Pines. He was always fair and treated his teachers well. His love for the students was obvious in everything he did. Phil had a great sense of humor - he showed up at my 25th wedding anniversary and was a fun addition to the party. He will be missed.

Al Carnahan

Phil's was an excellent educational leader.  He was also an exceptionally fine friend of mine for 54 years.  He w a s supportive, empathetic and ready to help.  His wisdom, sense of humor and gift of gab attracted others.  I do not expect to meet his equal again.
  
Rest in Peace Brother.

So many great memories and all make us smile.  Phil was a leader and had so many skills for all occasions.  I was delighted when he was a mentor to new principals.  He understood that job and its duties so he was an excellent advisor.  He also was a mighty fine fisherman.   I had never seen a triple tail fish until Phil caught one in Key Largo.   We will all miss him.  Thanks Katie for sharing Phil with us and you are in my prayers during this time.  Love, Joyce and Jim

Phil fostered an environment of excellence both in staff and students, a serious but relaxed and enjoyable school day, and he made a concerted effort to provide for the staffs’ needs both physically and emotionally. Eisenhower Elementary was a wonderful place to work under Phil’s leadership and we all thrived and were devoted to helping our students achieve their best and enjoy the process.

Phil was a wonderful principal at DD Eisenhower Elementary school . He was consistently fair and made well respected decisions. He was always kind and honest. I always valued his opinion. He truly made a difference to many !

Phil was so loved by all of us at Coral Sunset.     My sincere condolences to the family.  Fond memories will always be held...
Sue Mochtak Heller

I am one of many original Coral Sunset Faculty/Staff members who owes my/our lifetime friendships to Phil’s excellent hiring skills.  He put together a strong group of women/men who strived for excellence.  We all cherish our Coral Sunset years under Phil’s leadership.  He would hire self motivated people and get out of our way.  He didn’t micromanage.
Phil was easy to work for.  He cared about all aspects of the school and we knew it.  It was easy to thrive in such a supportive environment. 
Phil will be remembered fondly by the Coral Sunset family.  
Pam Veiga

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Philip George Sorensen

June 26, 1944 – June 21, 2025

Royal Palm Funeral Home & Memorial Gardens

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