Lillian Lorraine Whipple, age 92, of 1433 Ackley Street (P.O. Box 12); Rapid River, died Saturday, April 15th, 2006 at the Christian Park Health Care Center in Escanaba where she was a patient since October.
Lorraine, as she was most commonly known, was born October 25th, 1913 in Rapid River, the daughter of Swedish immigrants, Guy and Lillian (Johnson) Edgar and she was a lifelong Rapid River resident.
She married Myron O. Whipple, December 4th, 1937 at the Congregational Church of Rapid River and he preceded her in death in 1993.
Lorraine was a member of the Grace Baptist Church of Gladstone and an associate member of the Rapid River Congregational Church. The children of the Rapid River community referred to her as
Anonymous
Dear Bob, David and families:
What a fitting service yesterday for your mom!
There are so many positive memories of hanging out at Mike and Lorraine’s place. Both always had time and words of encouragement for all of us.
Again, my sincere condolences.
Bill Wickham
Rapid River, MI
With great sympathy for one of the dearest babysitter and person we have known. You have touched us all with your kindness.
The Stone family
Lois, Greg, Rusty, Michelle, Bobby
Rapid River , MI
I treasure my memories of your mom as my Sunday school teacher. She instilled in me a love of God to build upon all my life. She was gentle and giving with her time and talent. I remember the songs she taught us, and I am so glad I was able to visit with her last summer.
May wonderful memories make you smile in the days to come.
Elizabeth Deneau
Gladstone, MI
Lillian Olson called my mom today with the news. She was one of my “second” moms. Just thinking about her makes me smile. She was such a loving person. I’m so glad Nick and I were able to visit her last May.
Shirley Ivan
Britton, MI
I just wanted to say how sorry I am for your loss. A part of Rapid River what it used to be has joined the Angels Chorus in Heaven.She is rejoicing with my parents Aunt May Whipple and Grandpa Pyke. May you find solace in her rich long life and the wonderful memories you share with everyone.
Betty Petonquot LeMarble
Sheridan, MI
Dear Dave, Bob, and Families,
I just wanted to tell you how very sorry I am to hear about Aunt Lorraine’ passing. She was like my Second Mom! She was the best along with Uncle Mike! There will never be anyone like them.
With Love & Prayers Elaine (Feathers) Willis
Dan & Elaine Willis
Oconto, WI