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Lorraine Winifred Thomas

September 18, 1939 – July 24, 2024
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Cotten Funeral Home

Lorraine Winifred Thomas, 84, of New Bern, North Carolina passed away on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Lorraine was born on September 18, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Rudolph and Eleanor Malkau.

Lorraine was a strong hard working woman who loved the lord. With a kind heart, a winning smile, and a laugh that lit up the room.

She served a 32 year long career with BorgWarner in Illinois before retirement. She was An avid nature lover who traversed countries.

Left to cherish her memory are her six children, Chris Thomas and his wife Rachel, Michael Umberger, David Umberger, Janice Hill, Deborah Thomas, and Joyce Ignoffo. Along with many grandchildren, great grandchildren, a great great grandchild, and a niece.

She is predeceased by her brother Harry and loving parents.

A memorial dedication will be planned in the future to fulfill Lorraine’s final wishes.

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