Helen Soderberg

Helen Lurine Lawson Soderberg, 86, of Spartanburg, SC, died Tuesday, August 21, 2018, at Spartanburg Medical Center. Born September 12, 1931 in Greenwood, SC, she was the daughter of the late Willie Oridess and Julia Lucille Anderson Lawson. Mrs. Soderberg was a graduate of Spartanburg High School and Winthrop College. She taught second grade at Co-Op Elementary School until marring the love of her life, Roger Soderberg in 1960 and moving to Greenville, SC. After a short time they moved to LaGrange, GA. There she was a member of First Presbyterian Church, where she faithfully attended Sunday School and was always a willing volunteer. She enjoyed playing Bridge and was a member of several clubs. She had a love of reading and belonged to her Book Club for many years as well as her wonderful Garden Club. Mrs. Soderberg was very involved with the Symphony Guild and served in various capacities to raise funds for numerous projects. She served on the Heart Board as well as volunteering as a "Pink Lady". The Soderbergs moved to Spartanburg in 2014 to be near family. Here, she became a member of Westminster Presbyterian Church. Survivors include her husband of 58 years, Roger H. Soderberg; daughter, Karen Lyon (Robert) of Spartanburg, SC; son, Brian Soderberg (Tanya) of Atlanta, GA; granddaughter, Ansley Lyon and grandson, Robert Lyon both of Spartanburg, SC; and sisters, Norma Knott of Rock Hill, SC, Melba Bishop (Harry) and Janice Doyle (Marty) both of Spartanburg, SC; and numerous nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by a sister, Nina Tyson. Graveside services will be 10:30 AM Wednesday, August 29, 2018, at Friendship Baptist Church Cemetery, 830 Friendship Church Rd., Pauline, SC 29374, conducted by the Rev. Dr. Paul M. Petersen. Visitation will follow the service at the graveside. Floyd's North Church Street Chapel To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Helen Lurine Lawson Soderberg please visit our Sympathy Store.