LORNA LEWIS

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LORNA LEWIS February 23, 1930 - February 26, 2018 Peacefully on Monday, February 26, 2018, Lorna Lewis (nee Walker) passed away at the Morris General Hospital at the age of 88 years. Lorna is survived by three sons: Pat and Waltra and their sons: Sam and Tom; Tim and Malissa and their sons: Keenan, Nic and Owen; and Barry. She was predeceased by her parents: James Walker and Helen Munro and by three sisters: Jean, Mary and Helen and one brother Charlie. Lorna was born at Eriksdale, MB on February 23, 1930. She grew up in Killarney district and later in Ninette. When Lorna finished school she worked in the hospital in Sioux Lookout, ON for a time and then entered training to become a Licensed Practical Nurse at Carman, MB. After graduating, she remained on staff for six months and then accepted a position at the Morris General Hospital, where she nursed until her retirement in 1992. In Morris, she met Owen Lewis and they were married on May 2, 1953 at the Morris United Church. Owen passed away suddenly on December 12, 1960 leaving Lorna with their young family of three boys. Lorna was very active in the community. She held various offices in the Legion Auxiliary (Life Member), the Rebecca Lodge, was a member of the Lioness and was an active curler for many years. She volunteered with the Heart & Stroke Foundation, Meals on Wheels and driving seniors to medical appointments. She was a Red Hat member of the Valley Agricultural Society, worked annually at the Pioneer Partners Booth and the Ladies Homecraft Division during the Manitoba Stampede and Exhibition. She loved to travel and took trips all over Canada and the United States as well as Europe and Great Britain. Lorna took great pleasure in spending time with her family. A memorial service will take place on Saturday, March 3, 2018 at 2:00 p.m. at the Morris United Church. A private family internment will take place at the Morris Cemetery prior to the service. The family would like to thank Dr. Fraser and the staff of the Red River Valley Lodge and the Morris General Hospital for their care and compassion. Arrangements Entrusted to: Morris Funeral Home 204-746-2451 www.morrisfuneralhome.ca

As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Mar 01, 2018