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Obituary - Loraine Woolley

Loraine Woolley

1940 - 2015

Cook Southland Funeral Chapel - Woolley(2015)
It is with heavy hearts that we, the family of Loraine Woolley (nee Leismeister) much beloved wife of Robert Woolley, announce her sudden passing at the Medicine Hat Regional Hospital on Saturday, October 24, 2015 at the age of 75 years with her husband and children by her side.  Along with Robert, left to cherish Loraine’s memory are her daughters, Patty Jo Folliott and her stepson Trevor, with his family; Mischele (Leonard) Folk along with Loraine’s forever loved and treasured grandchildren: Brooklyn and Drake.  Mom loved to visit with people from all walks of life. It was this love of people that led to her fulfilling and lengthy career in retail, beginning at the age of 16 at the Betty Shop attaining a management position, culminating with 25 years at the Card Shoppe at the Medicine Hat Mall.  Loraine found such great joy in helping her customers.  Not one to sit idle, she then spent the rest of her days volunteering with “The Post”, “The Red Cross Blood Donor’s Clinic” and the “Feed the Homeless” program. However, Mom’s greatest joys were her children and grandchildren.  She spent countless hours at the arena playing the Music for the Medicine Hat Figure Skating Club making sure Patty Jo and Mischele were on top of things, and doing the Registration for their Summer Skating Schools.  Loraine was so very proud of both of her daughter’s achievements. It was during this time that she met and made some significant life-long friendships: you know who you are. When her grandchildren came along, Loraine was proud and thrilled to attend every one of Brooklyn and Drake’s events including: T-Ball, soccer, music recitals, bowling practices and tournaments, volleyball, basketball, baseball and as recently attending her grandson, Drake’s McCoy Football game on the Friday evening prior to her passing.  She loved Brooklyn and Drake to her very core and took great pleasure in spoiling them.  Loraine was an amazing woman and though small, she was mighty! She will be missed more than words can say. Loraine is also survived by her sisters, Tillie Schafer, Kathleen (Clem Kuntz); brother, Frank (Evelyn) Leismeister and sister-in-law, Leona Leismeister as well as many nieces and nephews who affectionately referred to her as Auntie Raine.  She was pre-deceased by her parents, Jack and Dorothy Leismeister; youngest brother, Jack and his wife Carol Leismeister; oldest brother, Basil; brother-in-law, Joseph Schafer and Ron Folliott. Vigil Prayers will be recited at Cook Southland Funeral Chapel, 901 - 13 Street S.W., Medicine Hat on Thursday, October 29, 2015, at 7:00 p.m.  The Funeral Mass will be celebrated at Holy Family Parish, 1451 Strachan Road S.E., Medicine Hat on Friday, October 30, 2015, at 11:00 a.m. with Reverend Father Philip Le celebrant.  Interment will follow  at  Hillside Cemetery. If friends so desire, memorial donations in Loraine’s name may be made directly to the Margery E. Yuill Cancer Centre, 666 - 5 Street S.W., Medicine Hat, Alberta,  T1A 4H6.



 

  1. Sheila Rott - Sackmann:
    Oct 29, 2015 at 02:10 PM

    My sincere condolences, she will be missed.

  2. sheila ziebart (Seabrook):
    Oct 31, 2015 at 04:10 AM

    Hello Robin: Melvin has just informed me of Loraine's passing and I just wanted to send my condolences to you. I never did get to know her on a personal level but I certainly was aware of what a super person she was and what a great relationship you two had. Mel has spoken to me on occasion about visiting with you in the Hat and of your kindness to him; he very much enjoyed seeing you. I certainly have fond memories of growing up on 15th Avenue and the many hours I spent at your house with Kay as my buddy. Your Mom and Dad were wonderful to us and I will never forget Grampa Woolley! I am so sad for your loss and wish you and your family all the best. Sheila

  3. Dexter and Fern Murschell:
    Oct 30, 2015 at 11:10 PM

    Dear Kathy and Clem, We are thinking of you during this difficult time. Take care, Dexter & Fern Murschell

  4. Thinking of You:
    Oct 30, 2015 at 04:10 PM

    Our deepest sympathy goes out to you all of you, Robert, Patti-Jo, Trevor and families, Kathy and Clem, Leona, Tillie, Frank & Evelyn. Lorraine always had a smile, We are thinking of you, Frances and Diane Good, June & Bob Thomson, Kathy and Robert Ziegenhagel.

  5. Len & Frieda Gehring:
    Oct 30, 2015 at 02:10 PM

    Dear Robert & family,
    Deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one and may God grant you strength at this sorrowful time, may it help to know others care. Lorraine was such an inspiration to all, a great loss, but memories remain. God Bless You all. Len & Frieda Gehring

  6. Thinking of You,:
    Oct 30, 2015 at 04:10 AM

    Thinking of all of you at this time of life! Loraine will be missed by all, she was a great lady!! Kind, gentle and her smile was wonderful! A great person and friend! Sorry I can't make her  farewell. Thinking of you all! Linnette Waldbauer

  7. Laura sox:
    Oct 30, 2015 at 12:10 AM

    I was so sorry to hear of Loraine's passing ...she was a very special lady. I so enjoyed working with her at the Card Shoppe she was lots of fun and a very classy hard working lady and friend. She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her ...Rob, Patti-Jo, Mischele and families I am so sorry for your loss ....
    Sincerely Laura Sox

  8. Lois and Gil Bourassa:
    Oct 29, 2015 at 09:10 PM

    Rob and family,
    Loraine and Rob were one of the first couples we met when we moved here in 1975, through mutual friends, the Legoffes. It was always a pleasure seeing one or both of you, hearing stories about the girls and the grandkids. Loraine never did sit still, so we were delighted when she gave her time and talent as a volunteer at the POST. She was a great lady and role model. You have our deepest sympathy for your huge loss.

  9. Syd & Bernice Smith:
    Oct 29, 2015 at 08:10 PM

    Sorry we can not attend Lorraine's funeral. We will be out of town on Friday. She was such a kind and sweet lady. She will be missed. Our thoughts are with you Robin and all your family.

  10. Ron and Clara Sulz:
    Oct 29, 2015 at 08:10 PM

    Robin and family
    We would like to send our Condolences and are thinking of you in the loss of your Wife and Mother. This is a very difficult time in life and our thoughts are with at this time.

    P.S. Life must go on. Robin our paths will meet whether it be somewhere or at the TIGER games. cheers Ron

  11. Holly Hyland Keyko:
    Oct 29, 2015 at 05:10 PM

    "Mrs. Woolley " as I still called her after so many years at the rink, was such a wonderful lady. Every practice that I shared with Mich or Patty-Jo you could be guaranteed that she would be in attendance! Always a smile or a word of praise for an accomplishment on the ice...I still remember after a particularly frustrating practice, Mrs. Woolley pulled me aside and told me that I needed to remember that even though I didn't manage to land that elusive jump-all of the younger skaters were watching how hard I practiced- and that it was important that I didn't quit trying. She was encouraging me despite what I felt was a completely failed practice...she made me feel proud that I was determined. The last time I saw her was of course at Walmart- looking as classy as ever and with a big smile and a quick chat. Many of us have great memories of this wonderful woman. My heart goes out to you all, Holly xo

  12. Thinking of You:
    Oct 27, 2015 at 04:10 AM

    So sorry to hear this and wish the family all the best. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Memories will always be there of the women that had the Voice that would make you stop in your tracks and listen - or else.
    Love Rod, Debbie and family

  13. Thinking of You:
    Oct 29, 2015 at 02:10 PM

    Dear Mischele and Family, Friends from school informed me of our mom's passing. May the strength and support of family and friends guide you during this time of grieving. Thoughts and prayers to you, Joann Simpson (Workman)

  14. Elisabeth, Christian und Tina:
    Oct 28, 2015 at 05:10 PM

    Dear Robin, Patty Jo, Mischele and family, we were simply shocked, to hear of Loraine's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. We often look back to the wonderful time we all had together, when we were visiting you. We wish you strength and confidence during this difficult time.
    Elisabeth and Christian Brandl with Mom Tina

  15. Thinking of You:
    Oct 28, 2015 at 03:10 PM

    We are so sorry to hear the sad news about your mom. It was just a week or so ago that I saw you, Mischele and your mom and had a chat and just can't believe what happened. My sister and I are very sorry for your loss. May the memories you have of your mom be the love you carry with you forever. Sheila Verhegge Barbara Stone

  16. Thinking of You:
    Oct 28, 2015 at 02:10 PM

    I have just read about Loraine's passing and words cannot express my sympathies to you all for your loss. I have such fond memories of Loraine at the skating rink playing music for those early morning skates and my visits with her. I last saw her a couple of years ago when I went to a Tiger hockey game with my mom and really enjoyed catching up. Loraine was a truly amazing, loving woman and my condolences and prayers and thoughts are with you all.
    Anita Wahl

  17. Carol & John MacLaren:
    Oct 28, 2015 at 02:10 PM

    Robin, Patty Jo, Frank, Kathy and Families. Our deepest condolences on Lorraine's passing. We know you will miss her dearly. We remember her from our school days with much fondness. John & Carol MacLaren

  18. Pat and Jack Stonehouse:
    Oct 28, 2015 at 01:10 PM

    Dear Robin and family, We were so sorry to read of Loraine's passing. Our thoughts are with you at this very difficult time. Pat & Jack Stonehouse

  19. Darren Koch:
    Oct 28, 2015 at 01:10 AM

    Deepest condolences to the Woolley family at this time. May Loraine find eternal peace...thinking of you all and saying a prayer that you find comfort in each other. Darren Koch and family

  20. Gwen Hornung:
    Oct 27, 2015 at 08:10 PM

    Mischele and family, So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

  21. Thinking of You:
    Oct 27, 2015 at 06:10 PM

    Rob, Patty Jo and Mischele..I am so very , very sorry to hear of Loraine's passing!! Please know that I will keep you and yours in my prayers..May she rest in God's arms... Myrna (Ackerman) Christensen

  22. Albertine and Eduard Steinbuegl:
    Oct 27, 2015 at 10:10 AM

    Dear Rob and famiiy, we couldn't believe it to hearing about Loraine's passing and are so sorry for it. All our thoughts and prayers are with you. We wish you plenty of strength and confidence to get through this sad time. We often think back to our visit last August and are so glad that we met each other and especially Loraine. Actually we remember the good conversations with her. Many hugs and sincere sympathy, Albertine and Eduard with Leonhard, Christopher, Regina and Anna

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