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1921 - 2009
 Mrs. Lorraine V. Barrett, age 88, went to dance with the angels and fly with the stars on Wednesday, November 11, 2009. She was born September 1, 1921 in Manistique, the daughter of Joseph and Suzannah Hoholik. She was married to John Barrett in Battle Creek on July 26, 1947. She was preceded in death by her husband; her parents; her sisters, Margaret Bertrand and Isabell Rampani; her brother, Jerome Hoholik; and her son-in-law, Robert Pope. Lorraine was a very loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, and will be deeply missed by her family: children, Laural Pope of Lowell, John Dana Barrett of Grand Rapids, Diane Phoenix Shackelton of Aspen, and Wendy (David) Becker of Caledonia; grandchildren, Audree (Matt) Swift, Annitra Mallindine, Amber Pope, Andrew Pope, Matt Barrett, Teresa Barrett, Beth (Nate) Van Maanen, Summer (Tony) Zappia, Sarah (Mike) Mahoney, Rachel Becker (fiancé Richard Morton), and Ethan Becker; great-grandchildren, Morgan, Mayson, Addison, Ava, Sorah, Averie, Felicity, Gavin, Adrien, Erinn, and Lauren; brother, Ernest Hoholik of Manistique; several nieces and nephews; and her dear friend, Carolyn Knapp. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday at 12:30 PM at St. Charles Catholic Church, Greenville, Rev. Phil Salmonowicz celebrant. Interment will be in St. Charles Cemetery. The family will greet relatives and friends Monday from 2-4 and 6-8 at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville, where the rosary will be prayed at 6:30. Memorial contributions in Lorraine's honor may be given to Crystal Springs Retirement Community. |
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There are currently 7 condolences.
Linda (Johnson) Jacob
Wednesday November 18, 2009 at
9:03 PM
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Laural, Today I learned of your mother's passing. I'm so sorry for your loss. I remember working with your Mom at Sears many years ago. She was a very sweet lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Take care, Linda
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Carrie
Tuesday November 17, 2009 at
10:35 AM
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Dear Wendy and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I know how very special your Mom and Grandma was to all of you. She was such an important part of your life and she will be missed. I have many memories of you and I over the years and your Mom and Dad are included. You are very special to me!! My thoughts and prayers are with your entire family.
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Rob & Nancy Mickelson & Boys
Monday November 16, 2009 at
6:44 PM
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Wendy and family of Lorraine. Please accept our sincere sympathy. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.
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Candace Larkin
Monday November 16, 2009 at
1:04 PM
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Laural and Family: I am sorry about the loss of your mother. I remember when she and my mother worked together at Sears. She was such a nice lady! I will be thinking of you.
Candy (Jaehnig) Larkin
Class of '66
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Lori Burk
Saturday November 14, 2009 at
5:27 PM
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Wendy and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Lynn Cooper
Saturday November 14, 2009 at
1:21 PM
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Heaven rejoices at her arrival....and the Lord comforts us all left on earth. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Wendy. Take care.
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Claudene & Michelle Kooistra
Friday November 13, 2009 at
3:00 PM
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Dear Wendy and extended family, We were so sad to hear about your Mother/Grandmother's final home going. We will miss her and her smiling face. She was such a special friend to our Mother/Grandmother. Our love and prayers are with all of you, may God be close to each of you to bless you with His Love, Comfort and Strength. Jeannette, Claudene, Michelle, & Lee
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