Iris Orr

Some day, we'll have a real memorial service. For Iris. The obituary here touches on the facts of her life well. What I also remember is the way she was unusually steady in any crisis. This may have been an outgrowth of growing up during the bombing of London throughout WWII. But there was no one better you could turn to. And very few people loved family with the selflessness that Iris did. Right to the very end. My mother-in-law and one of the best friends I'll ever have. Love, Always.

It's lovely to remember Iris on any day, and a comfort always. I remember the many times she steadied us, and all her intelligence, skill, and her devotion to family which required sacrifices on her part. Love always for Iris.

It is an ongoing privilege to have been loved by someone like Iris. Never a day passes without my thinking of my mother-in-law and knowing that my life was made immeasurably better by having our Iris in it.

Iris: a True North star for those of us fortunate enough to be part of her life! Today I can smile through the tears. Feeling so very grateful to have had Iris as my mother-in-law. Her counsel still has a beautiful ring in my ears - a good sort! She's part of every crossword and every step forward. Iris, the friend I was quickest to call to ward off loneliness. Every thought of her helps, as we feel her love still lighting the way through. Jen

Its one year since we lost Mom. I think about her everyday and like to come back t this page to see her picture and read through the comments people have left for her. I thank everyone for their lovely reflections of her and appreciate very much the things you say about her. I see her in my daughter, i see her in me still and i find myself laughing more than anything at moments and comments she made along the way. Wonderful reflections. Love you Mom

When you lose one of the most important people in your life, your instinct is not necessarily to talk about it right away. It has been around ten months now. I am so glad for the time that we had together, and we had a lot of it. Marrying her son led to one of the most cherished friendships of my life. I love you Iris, and will love you all my life, and love and support your precious granddaughter as best I can. Always, Jen

I wish I had known Mrs. Orr had passed. She was a wonderful woman married to a wonderful man. George is always in my prayers. God bless you and all of your family.

Sorry to hear of the Loss of Iris- She was always so nice to us "Newbies" at the bike races. Her and George were a fixture in the local scene, and the were well regarded by all.
Our deepest condolences to the whole family and all her friends.

Iris, you were the most generous friend to all the cyclists. You happily fed us all and found us a place to sleep in your wonderful home. You especially gave comfort to my girls. Thanks for the memories. Rest in peace, Lynda Smith, North Carolina, US