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Lorraine Fitas Obituary
86, formerly of Milwaukee, Wisconsin passed away on Friday, May 13, 2011, in Tempe, Arizona where she lived with her daughter, Christine. Lorraine was born on August 11, 1924 to Frank and Mary Meyer in Milwaukee. Lorraine was preceded in death by her husband of 55 years, Barney, and her parents and four brothers, Walter, Bill, Clem and Lee. She is survived by her children, daughters Christine Fitas and Patricia Periman; son, Daniel Fitas and his wife, Sally Schwenn; grandchildren, Abigail and Hayley Periman; as well as nieces and nephews. Lorraine lived the majority of her life in Milwaukee where she raised her family and worked. She moved to Arizona in 2001 after the passing of her husband. Lorraine lived an active life, loved all pets and always spoke kindly and fondly of everyone. A private Memorial
Service for family and Lorraine's close friends will be held in Paradise Valley, AZ on June 11th. Thank you all for your friendship to our mother. Arrangements entrusted to Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home.
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