https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/firehouse-subs-co-founder-and-jacksonville-firefighter-chris-sorensen-dies-at-65Continuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/firehouse-subs-co-founder-and-jacksonville-firefighter-chris-sorensen-dies-at-65https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/firehouse-subs-co-founder-and-jacksonville-firefighter-chris-sorensen-dies-at-65#u146600Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:10:50 +0000Chris Randall Sorensen, co-founder of the national sandwich chain Firehouse Subs and a former Jacksonville firefighter, died at the age of 65 on October 11, 2026. Sorensen opened the first sandwich shop in Mandarin in 1994 alongside his brother, eventually growing the business into a billion-dollar brand. Beyond his entrepreneurial success, he was widely remembered for his work as a musician, philanthropist, and dedicated public servant. A memorial service has been scheduled for October 23, 2026, as community members and colleagues across the country mourn his passing.Why it mattersSorensen sp