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Lorraine Magid Obituary

Lorraine Gagnon Magid Oct. 8, 1948 - Nov. 16, 2010 Beloved mother of Alex and Nathan, wife of Martin, grandmother of Dalton, sister of Terri and Marie, and mother-in-law of Jen. Born in Eagle Lake, ME, raised in and around Hartford, CT. Graduate of St Joseph's College, Hartford, CT and Masters in Education from SF State. Teacher in SFUSD at M.L. King Middle School and Cabrillo, Lilienthal, and Argonne Elementary Schools. Lorraine was an avid reader, mystery fan, crossword puzzle devotee, and shopper. She enjoyed theatre, museums, and travel and was a longtime supporter of numerous S.F. cultural institutions. A memorial service will be held at Lincoln Park Presbyterian Church, 417 31st Ave @ Clement St on Saturday, December 4th, Noon. Donations will be gratefully accepted in her name at Sutter VNA & Hospice 1625 Van Ness Ave, 4th Fl, SF 94109 (600-0460).

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Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Nov. 22 to Nov. 28, 2010.

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Lawrence Klein

November 30, 2010

I am very sorry for your family's loss. I worked with Lorraine at Cabrillo and Argonne Elementary Schools. A true Yankee spirit was she. Tough, thoughtful, no nonsense and always on top of what was going on with her students. Her passing is a loss for the SFUSD and for education as a whole.

Jennie Martin

November 29, 2010

November 29,2010
To Martin and family,
Richard and I are so sorry to hear that your loving Lorraine passed away. We were so happy to see her at the reunion this summer in Maine. She looked so good. It was hard to believe she was battling this terrible disease. She was so strong and brave. I will always remember all the good times we had when she was living in Hartford with her mom and dad and sisters. My parents Maurice and Prescilla Tardiff and my sisters Linda and Phyllis send their condolences also. Our heartful sympathy go out to you and your family.

Cousin, Jennie Martin

Sheila Brown

November 24, 2010

I worked with Lorraine at Argonne Elementary in the 1980s. I am truly saddened and stunned to read of her death. Her strong and gentle approach to all was a guiding force for this young mother. My condolences to her family and all who knew her.

November 23, 2010

Dear Martin. You were a loyal and loving husband to the end. Lorraine was fortunate to have you by her side all those long days at the hospital. I have thought of you often and know your sorrow. Bless you.

-Anne Roughton

November 23, 2010

For Martin and family--I was so sorry to read the news about Lorraine. I only met her a few times and was impressed by her strength and grace. I am sorry for your sadness.

Marilyn Thieme

November 22, 2010

Martin and family - my deepest sympathy on the loss of your beautiful Lorraine. Carol Coon - a former SFPL collegue.

Ross & Judy Paradis

November 22, 2010

We were deeply saddened by the news of Lorraine's death. She waged quite a fight against an aggressive cancer that finally overcame her. We have wonderful memories of Lorraine, especially of her presence at the Gagnon Family Reunion this past June and an earlier attendance at the Acadian Festival a few years before. She and her close ones are in our prayers. May she rest in peace.

-Ross & Judy Paradis,, Frenchville, ME

Lorraine Cathey

November 22, 2010

I worked with Lorraine at Lilienthal, and she was a positive, intelligent and caring woman. My heartfelt condolences go out to her family, who must feel the absence of her gentle strength.

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