In Days Gone By June Sorensen Crump 100 years and counting

June Elise Sorensen, born on May 9, 1925, in Edmonds, recently turned 100 and shared her life experiences during an interview. She described her childhood in the late 1920s and 1930s, recalling how she played with her siblings and faced the hardships of the Great Depression. Sorensen vividly remembered her father’s words about waiting for their "ship to come in" and how the family found creative ways to cope, like using cardboard to cover holes in their shoes. She also fondly recalled searching for coins at the Edmonds Opera House and enjoying sweets from local confectioneries. Sorensen's active lifestyle at 100 includes driving and participating in bridge games at the Bellingham Country Club.

Her family home, purchased in 1917, has historical significance, having been built in 1906. The interview not only captures her personal memories but also reflects the broader changes in Edmonds over the past century. Sorensen's story serves as a testament to resilience and community connection.