James Herman Sorrell

James Herman Sorrell, age 96, of Newport, went to be with Jesus Saturday, February 21, 2009 at Lifecare Center in Morristown. He was a member of the Purple Heart, D.A.V., and a lifelong member of Jones Chapel United Methodist Church in Del Rio and attended Northport Baptist Church. He was also a member of the Rural Letter Carriers Association and served on the local military honor guard.

He was preceded in death by his wife Orla Sorrell, parents, brother William Sorrell, sister Grace Compton. Survivors include his sons Norman Sorrell of Knoxville, Gary Sorrell (Kathy) of Newport, grandchildren Vickie Hicks, Bill Sorrell, Brian Sorrell, Craig Sorrell, Jennifer Holt, step-grandchildren Kevin Foust, Kasey Foust, and Kerri Foust, 9 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild, special friends Bill and Bessie Justus along with several nieces, nephews, and a host of other family and friends.

Funeral Service will be held at 8:00 P.M. Monday, February 23, 2009 in the chapel of Brown Funeral Home. The family will meet at 10:30 A.M. on Tuesday, February 24, 2009 at Brown Funeral Home to process to Union Cemetery for an 11:00 A.M. interment. The family will receive friends on Monday from 5:00-8:00 P.M. prior to the service at the funeral home.

Brown Funeral Home in charge of arrangements

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14 Responses to “James Herman Sorrell”

  1. Lucille & Billy Jenkins Says:
    February 23rd, 2009 at 6:24 am

    We Loved Herman So much he seemed part of our family he will be missed dearley we are so sorry for your loss we will keep you all In our prayers. Love Lucille & Billy Jenkins

  2. Lisa Russell Nix Says:
    February 23rd, 2009 at 10:38 am

    I will always hold fond memories of Herman. From the time I was a little girl until the last time I visited him he always made me feel special and loved. I know that he will be deeply missed by all who had the privelege of being touched by his friendship. Gary, Brian, Craig, Jen and families know that I love you all and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.
    Love and God Bless, Lisa

  3. Danny, Tammy & April Haney Says:
    February 23rd, 2009 at 12:40 pm

    Sorry for your loss

  4. Tony & Vernell M. Holt Says:
    February 23rd, 2009 at 9:09 pm

    We were so sorry to hear of Herman’s passing. He will always be our “favorite” mailman. We loved him dearly and have many fond memories of him through all the years he carried mail in the Old 15th.We apologize for being unable to attend the services, but yu are in our thoughts at this time.God bless.
    Tony & Vernell Metcalf Holt

  5. Brenda Jarnagin Says:
    February 23rd, 2009 at 9:11 pm

    I am so sorry to learn of Herman’s passing. Although I am unable to be with you at this time you will be in my thoughts and prayers.I will always remember the many,many years he carried our mail and made everyone’s day a bit brighter.
    Brenda Carver Jarnagin

  6. betty rathbone raines Says:
    February 23rd, 2009 at 9:40 pm

    I am so sorry to hear about MR.Sorrell passing he was a great man. He was our mail carrier when for years when i was a younger .He was loved by all in Del Rio he will be greatly remember . GOD BLESS THE WHOLE FAMILY.

  7. GLENDA HENDERSON Says:
    February 24th, 2009 at 7:04 am

    We are sorry to hear of Herman’s passing. He was a very dear friend to our family many years ago. When My little sister was sick and in the hospital at age 3, no one besides mom & dad could hold her except Herman. We have many good memories.
    Jerry & Glenda Henderson.

  8. Kim McCoig Says:
    February 24th, 2009 at 8:14 am

    Mr. Sorrell was one of my favorite little people! He will be sadly missed. I loved him very much.

  9. Dawn Williams Says:
    February 24th, 2009 at 8:17 am

    Mr. Sorrell was a dear and precious man! Always greeted with a smile and a kind word. He was truly a man of God. Earths loss is surely Heaven’s gain!
    Dawn Williams and the family of Bertie Ellison

  10. Cindy Clayton Says:
    February 24th, 2009 at 2:11 pm

    Norm, I was sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. I always enjoy hearing you talk about him and your mom. It is abvious the pride you had in visiting and spending time with him. Even though I didn’t know him personally, I felt your love for him.

    I pray you find comfort in this time. You are in my thoughts.

    Cindy Clayton
    Aqua Glass

  11. Sue Garrett Says:
    February 24th, 2009 at 4:44 pm

    Norman, we are sorry to learn of your Dad’s passing. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Your Friends @ Ledford-Davis Agency

  12. Laura Strange Says:
    February 25th, 2009 at 9:42 am

    I am sorry to hear about Herman’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  13. Jared Ball Says:
    February 25th, 2009 at 10:33 am

    I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

    Sincerely,

    Jared Ball

  14. Linda Arnold Says:
    May 11th, 2009 at 6:38 am

    I am sorry to hear of your loss but I am rejoicing that Herman is with Orla and is no longer having to deal with the daily woes of this earth. My father (W.K.Arnold) was pastor of Jones Chapel until his death in ’76. That is were my family was joined with Orla and Herman. They were like grandparents to me, my brother and dear friends of my mother. They will both be greatly missed but I am thrilled that they are both together in heaven with my dad.

    Linda Arnold

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