On December 08, 2021, Lorraine Emberley, aged 85 years, passed gently and peacefully away in the presence of her devoted and loving family. She went to her rest from a place filled to the rafters with love and precious memories, her own home in Southern Harbour, where she raised a large and devoted family with her beloved husband.
Lorraine is predeceased by her loving husband, Mike; infant daughter, Linda; and son, Jimmy. She is also predeceased by her parents, Berkley and Theresa Williams, great great grand-daughter, Jade Williams and siblings: Anastasia, Geraldine, Anna, Bernadette, Jack, Berkley and Carmel.
Lorraine was a loving and devoted mother, and she will be so deeply missed by her adoring children: Eugene (Marg), Juanita (Paul), Nancy (Barry), Sylvia (Wayne), Randy (Chrissy), Joey (Wanda), Mikey (Patricia), Maxine (Scott), Berkley (Reenie) and Darlene (Dan) and her long line of grandchildren, great grand children and even one great great grandchild; and brother Pete Williams. It is no surprise that there is more than one character thrown in amongst this brood as Lorraine’s keen wit and lively sense of humor is alive and well in both children and grandchildren alike. Lorraine also leaves behind her dear friend, Nora Emberley, with whom she shared many afternoons drinking tea and going for drives around the harbour. She was loved and respected by her many nieces and nephews as well as a large circle of extended family and friends, including her many neighbors in the Back Cove and friends throughout the harbour who stopped for a yarn or honked their horn.
Lorraine battled Alzheimer’s Disease over the last nine years of her life, but through it all, her warmth, love and humor proved to be a constant force that not even that most relentless of diseases could destroy. She could dance a jig like no other and wherever she went, by car, by chair or by scooter, she brought joy, laughter, and sometimes a hint of mischief – all for good fun.
Visitation will be held at Fewer’s Funeral Home in Arnold’s Cove on Saturday, December 11, and Sunday, December 12, from 10 AM – 12 PM, 2 PM – 4 PM and 7 PM – 9 PM daily. A brief reflection, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at Christ the King Church in Southern Harbour on Monday, December 13, 10:15 AM, with Interment at the Roman Catholic Cemetery in Southern Harbour.
Gardening was Lorraine’s passion and flowers brought her much joy; her favourite place in the world was out there in the garden where neither weather nor disability could stop her from doing what she loved. Therefore, flowers are gratefully accepted, but due to severe allergies, please do not include red roses.
In keeping with COVID regulations, Vax Passes will be required for entry to the Funeral Home in Arnold’s Cove, masks are required and anyone wishing to attend the funeral service should contact Darlene at 728-2331.
Finally, the family wishes to thank all those who cared for Lorraine in the last years of her life. This includes the staff and management of the Hilltop Manor whose hearts she won over from the onset; Frances, Ashley and Karen who provided help to Lorraine’s girls at home; and Dr. Fowlow and Community Health Nurse, Melinda for their guidance and compassion. We, the family, appreciate every act of kindness shown to mom, and to us, over these last difficult years.
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Christine Spurrell says
December 10, 2021 at 10:42 amMaxine and family, your mother was a pleasure to know. My deepest sympathy to all.
Stefanie Tuff says
December 10, 2021 at 11:15 amDarlene and family, my sincere condolences and sympathy on your mom’s passing. I hope you take comfort in knowing how loved she was and how well you cared for her, particularly in recent years. My thoughts are will you over the coming days, hugs.
Stefanie xo
Judy Ingram says
December 10, 2021 at 11:46 amOur sincere condolences and sympathy on your mom’s passing. May the memories you have of your mom give you peace and comfort in the days ahead. Hugs!
Judy and Clev Ingram
Rose and Terry Upshall
Dot Mulrooney Smith says
December 10, 2021 at 11:51 amSending hugs and love ! Aunt Lol was a beautiful lady! I always loved her smile and kind heart !
Joe Hickey says
December 10, 2021 at 12:51 pmMy condolences to the Emberley family. You are all my dear friends. Your mom was a very special lady. RIP Lorraine
Darlene Williams says
December 10, 2021 at 5:18 pmTo my cousins, I am so sorry to hear of aunt Lorraine’s passing. I used to love talking to her on the phone. She always talked about her flowers. She loved them. She was definitely mischievous. She will be remembered. She is now smiling happily and tending her garden in heaven and being mischievous. She is that smiling and mischievous angel watching over you all. God bless
Lisa Rice says
December 10, 2021 at 12:55 pmMy deepest condolences Randy, Chrissy, and all family and friends who loved Lorraine. Keep your memories close and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jackie Butler Reid says
December 10, 2021 at 7:41 pmTo the family of Mrs. Emberley,
I’m sure I speak for my entire family when I offer my sincere condolences at the profound loss of your mom.
During Dads (James Butler) time at the hilltop manor we got to know a few of you and being that we shared a devotion to the care of our parent I guess it was a shared understanding as to some of the struggles we all were experiencing even though they were different.
First getting to know you mom she would offer us a cup of tea or some supper but soon she claimed us as her own. I was scolded for being late, I was told to get a cup of tea for the company, and I received many welcomed hugs. She always wanted to take care of those around her and often talked about her children with a twinkle.
I was so struck by the care and compassion you showed us when dad passed and it is a fond memory to this day. I would like to extend our heartfelt sympathies to you at this time. The time you spent with your mom, the care you showed her and the love that was so obvious to all who were blessed to observe it will hopefully bring you comfort in knowing you did all you cculd for her and she is at peace. In the words of your mom. She raised a fine crowd. Bless you
Dale Lambe says
December 10, 2021 at 7:44 pmDarlene and family,
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jacqueline says
December 10, 2021 at 8:09 pmDarlene, Neil and I send our most sincere condolences to you and your family. We are thinking of you during this difficult time.
Ken Cooper says
December 10, 2021 at 9:35 pmMy deepest condolences to the Emberley family.. Aunt loll you were always the sweetest and kindest lady. Hugs and love going out to the family at this very difficult time 🙏💔💔
Lori, Matt and family says
December 11, 2021 at 12:19 amSending our deepest condolence to all of Lorraine’s family. She was such a wonderful lady. I love her dearly. She would tell me stories about dad when he was young that made me laugh. “Your father was a savage!”, she’d say. I will treasure my memories with her forever in my heart. Rest easy Lorraine until we meet again. ❤️
connie lundrigan says
December 11, 2021 at 7:54 amour deepest condolences to you all ,keep your memories close to your heart ,i hope you find the strenght in each other to help you get through the most difficult days ahead ,aunt loll was a kind sweet lady,she carried a smile that could light up any room, rip aunt loll ….. gone but never will be forgotten !
Christina Rice says
December 11, 2021 at 11:14 amTo Chrissy, Randy, and the rest of the Emberley family.
I am so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. There is nothing like a mothers love and that you will carry with you always.
Just know that I am thinking of you at this difficult time with love and prayers. Sending you all the very biggest hug to warm your heart. Love you lots
DAPHNE JACOBS says
December 11, 2021 at 8:36 pmMIKE SO SO SORRY to hear about your dear mom God be with you all
Madonna McCarthy says
December 11, 2021 at 11:39 pmSo sorry to hear. Know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. 😪🙏🤗
Sue & Joe says
December 12, 2021 at 3:42 pmTo Berkeley ,Reenie and to all the Emberley Family so sorry for the lost of your mom.Always remember she is not gone far because she left a piece of herself in All of you guys.Hang on to your beautiful memories of her and may she Fly With The Angels God Bess
Deborah Johnson says
December 12, 2021 at 7:00 pmDarlene,
Sending our sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your mother. May you always feel her presence in your heart and soul. Deb and Kev
Paul Peddle says
December 14, 2021 at 8:16 amNancy, Barry & the Emberley Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your Mothers passing, we only heard last night, Please accept our deepest sympathy.
Paul & Heather Peddle
David McCormack says
December 14, 2021 at 9:17 amNancy, Barry and the entire Emberley family, deepest condolences on the passing of your Mother. Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.
Mary Lynn and David
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