Lorraine is survived by her love and best friend Doug; 3 sons: Dwayne (Bev) and their family Erin (Darrell), Logan (Brooke), Allison (Logan); Wayne (Lisa) and their family Bradley (Tanisha), Jeffery, Brandon, Kurtis (Michala), Layne (Falyn); Dean (Heidi) and their family Tyler (Danielle), Kaili (Tyler), Brooke (Preston); non-adopted daughter Jennifer (Claude) Lepage and their family Chase (Shelby) and Blaze (Nevaeh); brother-in-law Hugh Jacobs and family and sister-in-law Marion West and family and many cherished great-grandchildren.
Lorraine was born in Weyburn, Saskatchewan in 1952 to Roy and Ada Pew, the youngest of 3 children. Lorraine grew up on the family farm west of Trossachs where she loved farm life, nature and growing things. This continued throughout her life, tending and growing a beautiful yard and garden year after year. Lorraine even planted tomatoes in the last couple of weeks before her passing.
Lorraine prepared some memories about her life. This is what she wrote, “I worked at the Kipling, Montmartre and Fillmore Health Centers. I loved working at all three places; met so many wonderful people and enjoyed giving hugs to the residents. In the summer of 2016 I was placed on permanent disability. My mind still wanted to work but my body said no. It was very hard to accept.
I loved the farm life that I shared with my husband and mother-in-law Frieda, who passed away February 26, 2014. I took great pride in my yard and flowers – wherever I could find a spot, I turned it into a flowerbed! My daughter-in-law Lisa and I would hit every greenhouse within 100 miles! I loved working in the fields as well.
I have been a marriage commissioner and performed many special wedding ceremonies. One in particular was my son Wayne and Lisa’s wedding; they were married in our front yard at the farm. I always told my bridal couple that they did not have to be nervous because I would be nervous enough for them!
Christmas was always my favorite time of the year. I always had lots of decorations and lights and with each year came the job of setting up my villages, always done with the help of my grandsons Kurtis and Layne.
There was never a shortage of gifts under the tree. The excitement of seeing the grandchildren open their gifts was so special to me. Even the adults made Christmas exciting. Doug and Wayne always pretended to not enjoy gifts or Christmas festivities.
Christmas mealtime shared by so many. A mealtime highlight was discussing who was to get the “poke’s nose”. Some of the antics between Wayne and his boys included hiding it from each other; so, I would hide it ensure my grandson Kurtis would get it instead of Wayne! I made many butter tarts as was a family tradition now carried on by my daughter-in-law Lisa.
Dean is my youngest son. He always lived his own life (Mr. Independent) but always the love was in my heart. I am very proud of his accomplishments and his family.
Wayne is my middle son. I have been so blessed to have him and his wife Lisa and the blessing of their children in my life; they live close by and have helped us in every way possible. Wayne has achieved a lot and has battled many obstacles. He is a wonderful husband, father and grandfather.
Dwayne, my first-born son whom I had when I was very young. When Dwayne was born, out of love, I gave him up and he was adopted by wonderful parents from Bankend. His parents always told him he was given up and adopted with love. We were re-united a few years back and what a wonderful reunion that was. From the day you were born, there was never a day I never thought of you and prayed for your well-being.
On March 29, 1986 I married the love of my life and best friend Doug. Our love has grown over the years; we have had lots of ups and downs but we were always there for each other. Our time together was quality time. I have always loved and respected you so much Doug.
My final message – I never liked to say goodbye, so when I’m gone I will just say; See you all on the other side OK! Love ya!”
Family will be celebrating the life of Lorraine at a later date. In her memory, do a good deed for someone, hug your family a little tighter and help out in your community.
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