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LORRAINE HAPP Obituary

Lorraine Koller Happ, died peacefully at Manor Care of Overland Park, KS, on November 30, 2010. Lorraine was 97 years old, November 22 (1913). Her survivors: daughter, Nanette May (Paul Gafrick), son, Jerry Roscoe (Molly Happ). Her deceased daughters: Marlyn Joy (Vern Thornton), Deborah Sue (Neil Campbell). Lorraine has 9 grandchildren, Steve V. Thornton, Wm. Ross Thornton (Debbie Dunseth), Bradley (Michelle Thornton), Jane (Douglas K. Kositzke), Steven P. (Gretchen Gafrick), Nicole (Benton McLeod), Amy (David Choe), Jerry R. Jr. (Christine Happ), Ian (Alysia Campbell). There are 23 great- grandchildren, too numerous to list. Grandma Happ was a wonderful mother, grandmother, and confidant. We will miss her friendly smile and loving touch. We thank GOD for blessing us with such a caring mother: Rest in peace, dearest mother. Entombment will be in West Palm Beach, FL. "We know we have passed out of death into life because we love the brethren," Luke. Contributions may be made to: Manor Care of Overland Park or Atonement Lutheran Church, 9848 Metcalf, Overland Park, KS 66212-1699. (Condolences may be expressed at: www.porterfuneralhome.com. Arr.: Porter Funeral Homes & Crematory, 8535 Monrovia, Lenexa, KS, (913) 438-6444.)

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Published by Kansas City Star on Dec. 1, 2010.

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Bonnie Bloomquist

December 9, 2010

December 9, 2010
Dear Nanette and Paul,
I am so very sorry to learn of your mother's passing. She certainly lived a very long, healthy life. Being such an active person probably contributed to her longevity. I am thinking of you in my thoughts and prayers.

Love, Bonnie

December 3, 2010

Our mother was always there for us and will be sorely missed. Nanette Happ Gafrick & Paul Allen Gafrick

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