Lorraine Elizabeth Mann

November 24, 1924 - January 1, 2013

Obituary

Lorraine Mann, 88, of Webster City, died Tuesday, January 1, 2013 at the Van Diest Medical Center. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, with Rev. Stephen Meyer, celebrant. Burial will be in the Calvary Cemetery. Visitation will be at the Foster Funeral and Cremation Center from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday and at the church Saturday morning. Recitation of the Rosary will be at 6:45 p.m. Friday followed by the scripture service at 7:00 p.m.
Lorraine Elizabeth Walsh, daughter of Joseph and Matilda Waldron Walsh, was born November 24, 1924 at Waukon, Iowa. She attended the French Creek rural school near Waukon. On October 26, 1944, she married Paul Elmer Mann at LaCrosse, WI. The couple wheat farmed and operated a produce business in Waterville, KS. In 1968, they moved to LaCrosse, WI and in 1970, they moved to Webster City. Lorraine was employed at J. C. Penney's for 16 years. Paul died on March 29, 2004. She moved to Crestview Apartments in 2006 and to Crestview Manor in 2009.
Mrs. Mann is survived by son, Gary Mann of Orlando, FL; daughter and son-in-law, Janet and Bill Topper of Pinehurst, TX; 12 grandchildren; sisters, Jeannie O'Malley of Webster City; Lois (Harold) Hanson of Dubuque; several nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Lorraine was preceded in death by her parents; brothers, Jack, Francis and Kenneth Walsh; sisters, Lucille Garvick, Marie Vaaler, Dorothy Anfenson and Margaret Walsh.
Lorraine was a member of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and the Webster City Moose Family Center.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church and School.
Write a personal tribute or light a virtual candle for the Mann family at www.fosterfuneralandcremation.com

Tributes

Janet and Gary - I am sorry I didn't know about your mother's passing before now. I just read about it in our local paper. I remember your mother as a wonderful, caring person. She always made me feel welcome when I came to your house. I remember thinking what a beautiful woman she was. The years have surely flown, but I'm sure you have precious memories to always keep with you. It was so good to see you again, Janet. Hoping you all keep well, and know that your 'old' friend is thinking of you! My love, Joyce Griffee deBoer

Jan 18, 2013 Joyce deBoer

Garry & Janet,
I just read in the Waukon paper about the loss of your Mother and I extend to you and your families my deepest concolances. You may not remember me but Jim & Amanda Waldron were my parents. We have lost contact with our Walsh relatives over the years but I have many fun memories from when we were children and you would come to visit your Grandma & Grandpa Walsh. I met Carol Anfenson's husband a few years ago at a Toyota dealer in LaCrosse. and I spoke to Carol. We talked about getting together sometime but but we still haven't done that. We live in Illinois but we have a place in Harpers Ferry Iowa where we spend as much time as we can. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time.

Jan 9, 2013 Marie(waldron) & Roger Sullivan

I was saddened to hear of Lorraine's passing. Please know that she is in my thoughts and prayers.

Jan 6, 2013 Steve Christensen

Dear Family of Lorraine Mann
I read about the loss of your loved in the paper and felt compelled to write. I know the pain and heartache your feeling as I lost my mother seven years age to a massive stroke. Even tho it's been seven years, it seems the pain of such a loss never goes away. Death really makes the heart ache. No wonder the Bible refers to it as an enemy! (1 Corinthians 15:26) We all find ourselves asking,"why do we have to suffer, get sick, grow old and eventually die?" Is that all three is to life? In answer to these questions, we are personally invited by our loving and compassionate Heavenly Father, to look to Him and His word the Bible. So, let's do that. Because of our inherited sin and imperfection thru Adam and Eve, we are plagued with sickness and death. This is found in the Bible book of Romans, the 5TH. Chapter and verse 12. But, God in His Almighty wisdom, made a way out of this doom and gloom for mankind. God wants life for us. A happy, healthy, eternal life. So, God made a provision. He sent His Son, Christ Jesus as a ransom sacrifice so that all those who put faith in that provision might enjoy Gods promise of everlasting life. This promise from God is found John 3:16 &36. Christ Jesus was willing to sacrifice His life for mankind. What love He and His Heavenly Father have for us!! Our God of mercy has even promised us a resurrection of our loved ones as shown in the Bible Book of John 5:28 &29. Yes, in this life, we do have much hope for the future. Revelation 21: 1-4 tells us that the time will come when we will no more fear death or endure pain. God will soon wipe these out forever. Then we will only have tears of joy as we welcome our loved back from deaths grip. I myself have found great comfort in this knowledge and I'm sure you do too. What a joy it will be to see our loved ones again!! May this bring you and your family peace and comfort in your time of grief. If you care to respond, I would love to hear from you.
God Bless,
Janet Mitchell

Jan 6, 2013 Janet Mitchell

Aunt Lorraine was the life of the party!! She will be missed but will be dancing with Uncle Paul and Nana Marie. Love to all. Sorry I couldn't be there Sarah, Ryan, Janet, Gary, Erin, Jeff, and Brady, With all my love, Sarah Vaaler Celski:)

Jan 5, 2013 sarah Celski

I worked with Lorraine for several years at JC Penney and enjoyed the time so much. Lorraine was always so warm, friendly, and fun. She was truly a very special lady.

Jan 5, 2013 Rose Paullin

Janet, Gary and Family....We extend our sincere sympathy to
you in this time of loss. Please find some comfort knowing our
thoughts and prayers are with you All .
The HEISEY's

Jan 4, 2013 daryl heisey

I know it's time but the loss of a mother is a sad day. But we all have happy memories of her.how much fun she was Thinking of you both and the grandchildren. Love you.Bobbie and grace

Jan 4, 2013 Grace mann

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Janet, Bill and family during this time of lose and sorrow. We can be comforted in knowing that even though our loved one has gone from use physically, we will be united again in heaven because Christ Jesus our savior.

Bev & Drew Stowell

Jan 4, 2013 Beverly Stowell

So sorry for the loss of your mother, Lorraine Mann. She was a wonderful person and so much fun to visit with. She had an electric spark and a zest for life that was great!!
Again, our deepest sympathies and prayers for her loving family!

Donny and Shirley Miller

Jan 4, 2013 Shirley Miller