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Sheila Marie Sorkin, age 72 of Casselberry, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 16, 2017, at Hospice of the Comforter in Altamonte Springs. Marie, as she was known to family and friends, was born in Stratford-upon-Avon, England on June 27, 1945. She was raised in England and while working for the Royal Air Force was introduced to Steven Sorkin, her husband of over 46 years who survives her. They were married in England on July 13, 1971, and moved back to the United States. A homemaker, Marie was the proud mother of her son, Julian, and doting grandmother to her granddaughter, Amy.

She is also survived by her sister, Pat. A graveside funeral service was held at Beth Israel Cemetery, Gotha, with Rabbi Arnold Siegel of Jewish Family Services officiating. In memory of Sheila Marie Sorkin, the family requests contributions to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City OK 73128-1718. Arrangements entrusted to Beth Shalom Memorial Chapel, 640 Lee Road, Orlando 32810. 407-599-1180.