Lynne Berlea

We are deeply saddened to announce, Lynne Berlea of Irvine, CA, peacefully passed away at the age of 83 years old Saturday, January 4th, 2025 in her home, after a fierce battle with dementia. She was surrounded by the devoted care of her husband Nick, and the love of her family.

Born and raised in Winnipeg Manitoba Canada, Lynne was always proud of her roots and she always carried the love for her hometown wherever she went.

Lynne worked as a Customer Service Supervisor for GE/Kawasaki Steel/LNP - Plastics Manufacturing for 28 years. She enjoyed being partially retired and working part-time for 10 years at Steinmart in Irvine and Huntington Beach. Lynne’s warmth and dedication left a lasting impression on colleagues and customers alike.

Lynne had a passion for life and was devoted to her family and friends, and enjoyed socializing and spreading her sunshine. Most of all, she was the proudest grandma to her triplet grandsons that she dedicated her time entertaining them with her playful and joyful spirit.

She was preceded in death by her grandson Joshua Pirozzi, sister Gyta Freedman (Jack), previous husband Gifford Bailey Coran, mother-in-law Elaina Berlea, Parents, Samuel Paul and Millie Book (Morris), and 4 of 22 first cousins.

She is survived by her husband Nick and her daughter Heather Pirozzi (Jerry), stepson Giff Coran (Suzette), grandchildren Gavin and Vincent Pirozzi, Shelby and Dillon Coran, numerous nieces, nephew and 17 first cousins.

Funeral arrangements will be held at 10 am on Friday, February 7th 2025 at Harbor Lawn.

In lieu of flowers please donate to Hoag Hospital Vascular Institute, Lynne was a patient for over 20 years and Hoag at Home/Hospice that took care of her the last several years. If you find it in your heart, please see the link down below to donate to BOLDY Hoag, a charity close to Lynne's heart.

To those unable to join us in person, please find the button down below under service to join the livestream of the chapel service on Friday February 07, 2025 beginning at 10am.