In loving memory of

Lorraine Orr
October 29, 1924 - May 12, 2020

Lorraine Alvena Orr, 95, of St Anne's floor 5 in Winona, peacefully stepped into heaven to be with her family on May 12, 2020. Lorraine was born to Clarence and Clara (Paulson) Palmquist in Houston, MN on Oct 29, 1924. Lorraine married Robert Brown - with whom she had 2 sons. They were later divorced. Lorraine married Donald Orr on March 1, 1950. They lived in various small towns in Houston County. In 1958 they moved to Winona. They had 4 children. Lorraine worked at Lourdes Hall as a hostess. She later worked at Lake Center Industries until retiring in 1990. She enjoyed painting ceramics for family and friends. She loved traveling, dancing, going to the casino and playing cards until 2 or 3 A.M. many times. Lorraine was very much a people person. At 91 she was still doing yard work. She lived in her home until the fall of 2017. She is survived by son, Pastor Wayne (Patricia) Brown of Fort Collins, CO; two daughters, Nancy Frankum of Winona and Sharon (Peter) Woyczik of Trempealeau WI; 16 Grandchildren 27 G. Grandchildren and 24 GG Grandchildren; and Robert Michael Brown whom she loved like a son. Lorraine was preceded in death by her husband Donald in 2002; 3 sons - Dennis Brown, Gale Orr, and Rick Orr; Daughter, Sandy Brown; son-in-law David Brown; grandchildren, Mary Brown, Kevin Frankum and Joshua Orr; G Grandchildren, Jackie Brown and Meadow Brown; her parents, 2 brothers Alvin and Maynard Palmquist; Mother-in-law, Florence Northrup Father-in-law Norman Orr; 8 Sisters-in-law; and 9 Brothers in- law.
Due to guidelines of Covid-19 Pandemic - there will be a private graveside service.

Tributes

Cheryl J. Winchester wrote on May 18, 2020:

"Lorraine was one of a kind! Funny and I loved working with her at LCI. She was a wonderful listener and always had a kind word. She will be missed!"

Russ & Peggy Northrup wrote on May 18, 2020:

"Prayers to all of the family. She was a fun person to visit with. Always upbeat! "

Karen N. wrote on May 16, 2020:

"A kind and beautiful lady!"

Rich and Connie wrote on May 16, 2020:

"Our sympathies to the Orr family!"

Lisa Brown wrote on May 16, 2020:

"Love You Grandma!! Give my mom and dad hugs and kisses from me!!Also grandpa,Jackie,Uncle Gale and everyone else!!You will be missed by all that knew and loved you!!!!RIP"

Courtney Brown wrote on May 16, 2020:

"So sad that you are gone. Know that you are in a better place now! Rest In Peace and all our love - Michael, Courtney, Devin & Savannah."

Mona (Stolpa) Rossin wrote on May 16, 2020:

"I just seen this And am deeply saddened by your Passing.. Oh My,,, The Fun times we had working together I could tell stories LOl But such fun stories.. Will miss You lorraine..Love you and fly Hi with the Angels..."

Tony Northrup wrote on May 15, 2020:

"Aunt Lorraine, I got so many fond memories of you that I could spend hours writing about. You always treated us kids like your own. I\'m so glad I got up there and seen you last summer at the Northrup Reunion to talk and reminisce old times. Godspeed and fly high sweet lady. "

Deb Ronnenberg wrote on May 15, 2020:

"Lorraine, oh my dear, I so loved this dear person, the stories, the wheelchair rides, the deep talks, the many giggles..you will be deeply missed by me..I was not aloud to visit with covid going around..since you moved to St.Annes.., The trip to the casino and the other man gave you money..I will never forget you ever..you were a wonderful gem. Deb Ronnenberg .."

Pamela Walski wrote on May 15, 2020:

"I have so many fond memories of Aunt Lorraine growing up. I will miss her and her cute little chuckle ??"

Lisa and Bob Brown wrote on May 15, 2020:

"FLY HIGH GRANDMA !!! LOVE YOU "

Don Evanson wrote on May 14, 2020:

"Lorraine used to join in for card playing on Sunday afternoons at Whalen\'s Cove in Minnesota City. A very pleasant woman, we enjoyed her company very much. Rest in peace, Lorraine."