Merideth Sorensen
May 1, 1983 ~ April 14, 2020
Merideth Lois Sorensen, 36, of Gardner, North Dakota, passed away on Tuesday, April 14, 2020, after a courageous two-year battle with Triple Hit Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. The generosity of many people allowed Merideth to spend her final days surrounded by the sounds of her children playing and under the devoted care of her loving husband and Hospice. Her strong faith in Jesus enabled her to pass gracefully to the other side.
Merideth was born on May 1, 1983 in Fargo, North Dakota to Michael P. and Roxanne (Muir) Ludwig. She is survived by her husband Troy Sorensen, her children Domenic (18), Abrianna (10), Hunter (8), and Hope (1). Merideth is also survived by her parents Michael P. and Roxanne Ludwig, and her sisters Michele Sager (Ashton and Rachel), Melanie Persellin (Ryan and Lillian), and Miranda Persellin. Merideth is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents Kenneth and Lois Muir and her paternal grandparents Michael and Theresia Ludwig.
The greatest joy of Merideth’s life was to be a wife and mom. She became a mom in 2001 to her first-born Domenic. In 2006, Merideth met the love of her life, Troy. They were married on April 3, 2010 and recently celebrated their tenth wedding anniversary. Together, they added three children to their family, filling Merideth’s heart with devotion, love, and unspeakable joy. Her love for kids extended beyond her own as she spent many years working at the YMCA and Little Steps. Throughout her recent battle, Merideth always made it a point to fulfill her mom duties: dreaming up fun activities, planning birthday parties and holidays, tending to scrapes and bruises, and providing comfort after a tough day. Her love for her family knew no bounds.
Merideth was a best friend to many – from her childhood, work, and community. She was outdoorsy, enjoying camping, grilling, and sitting around a bonfire. She loved to spend time near the water, whether it be a small pool in the yard, the lakes in Minnesota, or the ocean in Florida. She longed to see the mountains again and had dreams of a girls trip with her sisters. Merideth’s love for the people in her life and her faith in God gave her the strength to keep fighting and living each day with purpose.
One of Merideth’s most cherished memories was singing her anthem, “Don’t Give up on Me” beside Andy Grammer. It was a fulfilled dream that lifted her up many times when things seemed impossible. This experience brought people from all over the world into her story, inspired others, and gave her the strength to live a full life even when she was down to her last breath.
Merideth’s family would like to give their thanks for ongoing devoted care provide by Hospice, Hannah Erickson, and all of her medical teams at Sanford Fargo, Mayo Clinic and National Institute of Health. Merideth’s family also wishes to give thanks to the gracious outpouring of support given by the surrounding community and the broad Facebook community who have been involved in her treatment plans, needs, and her journey back to her family in North Dakota.
The family will participate in a private service at Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center, Fargo, North Dakota. The family looks forward to celebrating Merideth’s life and her journey to Heaven in the summer of 2020 at a time when friends, family, and the community far and wide can join together to share their stories, memories, and their love for Merideth.
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Meridith your beautiful, courageous, and faithful spirit will never be forgotten. May you rest in piece now and forever. My condolences are with Troy, your beautiful children, and the rest of your family who will certainly miss you so much from now until they are reunited with you. May God hold you in the palm of his hand. I love you all so very much.
Sorry for your loss
So very sorry for your losd
Mike,Roxanne,Michelle,Melanie,and Miranda The Holland Family would like to express our sorrow at the death of your daughter (sister) and our beloved Smurf ! Our prays and love to all of you . We will always Remember her smile and the love she showed everyone. May our great God above be with you all in this time of sorrow and tears. Love from all of us Tim and Teri , Angela (Long), Elizabeth, and The Paul Holland Family
I am so sorry to hear you lost a daughter….i cannot even imagine it. May God give you comfort and peace during this time until you can meet again in the glory of God’s kingdom. Thinking of you and praying for you. Love, Deb (Jordahl) McCullough
So sorry for your loss
We are so sorry for the loss of such an amazing, wonderful mother and friend. We wish we would have gotten more time to spend with her. We miss her so much. God truly picks the most beautiful flowers for his garden and she was most certainly one of the most beloved. Please reach out to us in your time of need, we would be more then happy to help in any way we can.
Merideth we watched you grow from childhood to an amazing wife and mother. Your earthly pain and suffering has come to an end as you are now wrapped in the arms of our Lord. My heart aches for your family as well as your dad, Mike, whom we have known for years. No one can know what the family is going through now nor can we pretend that we do – it just plain sucks. Your memory will live on in the hearts of your children and all those who knew you and loved you. Rest In Peace angel.
Mike,Roxanne,Troy,Domenic,Abrianna,Hunter & Hope,Michele,Mel,Meranda,other family and dear treasured friends,
You all were Merideths loves of her life.Her love of family, generousness of heart, care of her home,husband and kids and her faith amazed all of us who knew her She was an outstanding wife and Mother and her love for all of you shined thru her.May you all find comfort in each other and always feel Merideths love and smile in your hearts and lives.
With love,
Marshall & Cindy Brown
Melanie and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Be free my friend
Sorry for your loss Troy, I’ve been thinking of you all for months now. I’m sorry, its such a tragedy.
Tracy Bjerke
Troy and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Meredith fought hard and was such beautiful person. No matter what she was going through she was always there to do her mom duties. Now she is finally at peace. May God give you strength to get through life without her here. Beautiful tribute to her. RIP Meredith. Robyn Sprecher
Melanie and family,
So sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you all. Sending thoughts and prayers to you during this difficult time.
Prayers go out to the family
Her story breaks my heart! So sorry for your loss Roxanne and Michael!
Her story breaks my heart! So sorry for your loss, Roxanne and Michael.
I met Merideth at a Andy Grammer concert in Minneapolis last year when we recorded the video with Andy, she was such a glowing light and made everyone around her feel special. From myself and everyone in Andy’s camp we offer our condolences. Keep singing Merideth you will be missed
So sorry to hear this, Troy and dear family. Steve and I will continue to pray for you as you journey through these days. May God’s big arms carry you. Our hearts hurt with you.
So sad to hear about the loss of Meridith. My condolences go out to her family
I deeply sorry for your loss. I followed Meredith’s story and prayed hard. Her tribute shows her incredible spirit and strength. She was a true warrior who lives on through her beloved children. God, please bless this beautiful family in the days and years ahead. Keep watch, comfort & protect them.
Amen 🙏🏼 🌷
Deepest sympathy uncle Mike. Roxanne and Sorenson family. Hugs to all of you.
Love julie
I did not know you, but wish I had, ive heard nothing but greatness about you, I’ve followed your journey on Facebook like many have. Meridith you were brave strong and courageous woman! Troy, my heart aches for you and your family. I know it’s been years! May you all be blessed and believe as much as you may not now but you will get through this one day at a time. I’ve heard of your love for one another and your love and memories are stronger then the pain your going through at this moment. I may not have known Meridith but following her journey has been a true inspiration! Lean on your faith to get you through this. She is your guardian angel! Bless you all.
We all love you sorry for your lost
A beautiful service and courageous testimonies to a strong and faithful young lady. May God comfort all of Meredith’s family, loved ones, and friends in the days ahead. May wonderful memories sustain us all as she is forever remembered. Rest in peace Meredith.
So glad there was live streaming. It was a beautiful service. I worked with Merideth at the Y years ago. Domenic and my son Luke went to preschool together also. Thoughts and prayers for all. In honor of Merideth, my family will be sitting around a bonfire tonight. And Merideth you showed us all how to hope. Heaven has gained a beautiful angel.
Jennifer Mitchell
I was her cousin and did talk to her a lot on facebook, she was always kind, and patient, I loved her, wish the family of mike and troy and kids, we r thinking about you.
Love Jessie, her cousin.
What a beautiful tribute to Meredith. The service was so personal and the minister was so sincere.
where does one person start talking about Merideth….to know her… you just love her….. she showed all of us the fight she had… but her body was tired…. even though she’s not with us physically She’ll always be with us mentally and emotionally…. I love you princess we will see you on the other side. P.S…… watch over M for me okay…;)
We are so sorry for your loss. Merideth was a beautiful soul and she will be missed so much. Troy and family you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, The Staehnkes
God bless your soul. Our condolences to the family.
I will never forget the first time that i met Merideth, It was at MOPS. She was so nice and sweet. She loved God, family friends and children. I will never forget her beautiful smile and her loving personality.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of the family as they deal with their new normal and adjust to a new life. May God bless all of you and may you feel his loving arms around you.
So sorry for your loss. Hug each other and remember all the amazing memories you had together.
rest in peace,sometimes I find it hard what to say but you know your safe now.
My condolences To Troy and family 🙏 she will be missed she had a good personality
My she rest in peace forever