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BORN
April 13, 1941
DIED
March 13, 2016
Lorna Pennings Obituary
1941 - 2016
It is with heavy hearts that the family of Lorna Pennings announces her passing on Sunday, March 13th after a courageous battle with pulmonary arterial hypertension. Lorna passed in Nanaimo, British Columbia with her family in attendance.
Lorna is survived by her husband William J. "Bill" Pennings of Parksville, BC, son Brian (Wendy) Pennings, daughter Karen (Todd) Rempel, and Grandchildren Andrew Pennings, Alison Pennings, Cole Rempel and Carmen Rempel.
She is also survived by her nieces and nephews that joined with her family after the passing of her sister Marjorie in 1974. Gloria (Rick) Simpson, Steven (Valerie) Todd, Carolyn (Steven) Sirianni, Raymond (Beth) Todd, Colleen (Barry) Felker, grand-nieces Cindy (Corey) Strickler, Michelle (Adam) Moore, Jennifer (Mike) Warren and grand-nephews Mitchell and Noah Felker, great-grand-nieces Haleigh and Jenna Strickler, Evelyn and Elizabeth Moore.
Lorna was predeceased by her father Lewis Samuel Francis Fatt (1956), her sister Marjorie Doris Todd (1974), her mother Sophie Reeves (1985) and her brother Lewis Francis "Sam" Fatt (2008).
Lorna was born in Victoria and taken home to Jordan River on BC's west coast where she spent her childhood. Working in Vancouver, Lorna met Bill and they were married in 1962. They lived in Vancouver, North Vancouver, Whitehorse, Atlin, Sydney, Tsawwassen and finally Parksville where in 2012 they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary.
A celebration of Lorna's life is scheduled to take place in Qualicum Beach, BC on Saturday, May 7th at 2:00pm in the Qualicum Beach Civic Centre. All who knew and loved Lorna are welcome to attend.
In lieu of flowers donations to the Canadian Cancer Society or BC Lung Association would be greatly appreciated.
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19 Entries
Janet and Mike Murphy
February 28, 2022
We are deeply saddened to learn of Lorna's passing. We knew her as the gal who could light up a room just by entering it. It has been years since we connected as I worked at Harbour Air with Bill and it was through meeting Lorna at a company BBQ that Mike got a job.We moved away in 1992, yet our memory of Lorna and Bill have remained strong. A beautiful couple in every way. Lorna's generosity and kindness will be forever remembered. Our deepest condolence to Bill and family and friends.
Joanna Qureshi
July 8, 2016
I knew Lorna through our Book Club. She was a very valued member. Her warmth and eagerness for living was always evident, as was her courage in attending our meetings when she was not in good health. We miss her enthusiasm for reading our selections and for books in general. I will always value the earrings that she gave to me when she noted that they would match a sweater I wore to one of our get-togethers.
July 6, 2016
Memories of Lorna,
I met Lorna about twelve years ago through a neighbor who wanted to start a bridge club. Over the years Lorna became a wonderful friend and I miss her very much.
We played bridge, went to local theatre and movies, had coffee and lunch together. She was the friend I could call on anytime for any reason.
Lorna loved her family, her friends and her garden. She liked to laugh and to shop. She was cheerful and positive even through all her health problems. My condolences to Bill and the family.
Dianne Proctor
Jas James
July 5, 2016
I knew Lorna from the PH community .She fit right in to our support group.She was always very positive and a great person who was always smiling .We are sure missing her .RIP Lorna .
July 1, 2016
Lorna and Bill were very good friends of our long time next door neighbours in North Delta. When we purchased our recteational property in Parksville, our neighbours suggested we meet Lorna and Bill, also living in Parksville. We were told "Bill is super handy and Lorna is lovely". They were correct on both accounts. Bill was instrumental in helping us upgrade our home and when we met Lorna, we immediately felt her warmth and vibrant personality. I didn't know Lorna well but I will always remember her. She was beautiful, inside and out, intelligent, and funny - always laughing easily and laughing often. Bill, I know you are a stand up man and we are happy to know you, but Lorna was also a stand up woman, and her positive energy will not be forgotten. R. I. P. Lorna Katherine Pennings.
Noelle Read
June 30, 2016
I met Lorna when I first arrived in Vancouver from Australia and we became room mates in Kitsilano. We had a wonderful summer together with the beautiful long evenings at the beach. My friend from Sydney, Norma, joined us early in the Fall. A wonderful memory I have was of the first snowfall Norma and I saw with the snow outlining the electricity wires and the trees and Lorna laughing at our wonder and taking us down a hill teaching us how to roll the snow to make our first snowman. Later Margaret joined us and we had many trips and good times before we each went our different ways. We were not able to visit as much as we would have liked in later years but did enough to see what a loving family life Bill and Lorna had made and enjoyed. We cherish our memories of our last visit together last September when Lorna was her usual cheery, charming self even though she knew how ill she was.
Margaret Burnett
June 30, 2016
Lorna - I don't know where to begin as we go back a long way. I met you in 1961 and we became room mates with Noelle & Norma. We had soooooo much fun and I remember the times we would go up on the roof of the apartment building we lived in and sunbathe !!! We would also hang out on the Beach at Kitsilano as it was in walking distance from our apartment. Our lives took us on different paths and different places but we managed to find each other and have get-togethers whenever possible. I loved you like a Sister and I miss you dearly. You will always have a special place in my heart because you were a very special friend and person XXXX
Jas James
June 29, 2016
I knew Lorna from the PH community .She fit right in to our support group.She was always very positive and a great person who was always smiling .We are sure missing her .RIP Lorna . Love Jas from Cobble Hill
Beaver Lake, Victoria, BC
Maggie MacLaren
June 29, 2016
As I became to know Lorna through several years in our local book club, what struck me was her constant positive outlook.I will remember her smile and warmth, but mostly I will remember her amazing grace.
Ev Newman
June 29, 2016
Lorna brought us altogether and what wonderful reunions we had...and still will remembering her and her wonderful desserts...I was so proud to call her my friend and I use the bag from India she gave me as a gift ...everytime I use it someone remarks where did you get it ...I am so proud to say " from a dear friend from schooldays' it .....we will keep in touch with you Hugs and love
Gloria Simpson
June 29, 2016
Lorna was a wonderful Aunt and friend, she always saw the lighter side of life and could make you laugh at any situation. I have so many happy memories at Merritt and Ucluelet, those are the times I will remember when I think of her .
A sunstruck rose in Lorna's garden
June 29, 2016
Matt Hill
June 29, 2016
I am incredibly grateful and honoured to have known Lorna and the entire Pennings clan through Karen since waaaaay back in the 9th grade. Lorna was a true spirit of living life and I often recall her laugh and energy and how she and Bill were so kind to my mom after my dad passed and she lived in White Rock, they would always visit and Bill would be inspired to build her something :) I send you all my deepest sympathy and say I am honoured to know Lorna and your entire family Bill. Take care. Your friend, Matt
June 29, 2016
I knew Lorna on many levels best being a true friend. I played bridge with her each week for a number of years. When she got a good hand she would bid in a radical way in my thinking but by George she made her contract. Then when we reviewed the hand she would have a devilish smile. I loved her so much. Keep Smiling Lorna from Nancy Nap
June 28, 2016
WELL. I HAVE TO SAY THAT LORNA WAS AN AMAZING WOMAN. SHE ANND MY SISTER MARYLOU WERE THE BEST OF FRIENDS AND THROUGH THAT SHE WAS ALWAYS A GOOD FRIEND TO ME AND OUR FAMILY. SHE WAS ALWAYS TO OFFER HER HELP WITH MAKING CAKES FOR WEDDINGS,SHOWERS AND TAKING PICTURES . SHE BECAME A PART OF OUR FAMILY IN LADNER. OUR DAUGHTERS ADORED HER. SHE WAS THERE FOR EVERYONE. ASTRID ,MARK AND FAMILY
June 28, 2016
Lorna was a wonderful lady and friend. Very tease-able, although I suspect that she didn't enjoy it as much as I did. She had a huge heart and welcomed all to her home; I first met her in Whitehorse and then connected from time to time over the years... I will miss her!
Matt Hill
June 28, 2016
I am incredibly grateful and honoured to have known Lorna and the entire Pennings clan through Karen since waaaaay back in the 9th grade. Lorna was a true spirit of living life and I often recall her laugh and energy and how she and Bill were so kind to my mom after my dad passed and she lived in White Rock, they would always visit and Bill would be inspired to build her something :) I send you all my deepest sympathy and say I am honoured to know Lorna and your entire family Bill. Take care. Your friend, Matt
June 28, 2016
Please do NOT send flowers,
Thank you,
Bill Pennings
William Pennings
June 24, 2016
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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