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Lorraine Phelps Obituary
Lorraine M. (Sylvester) Phelps, 71, of Prospect, beloved wife of Wayne C. Phelps and widow of Stephen A. Logue, died on Tuesday (February 20, 2024) at home. Lorraine was born on May 6, 1952 and was the only child of the late Philip and Irene (Landry) Sylvester. She was raised in Norwell, MA. She spent time living in Scituate, MA and Southington, CT before settling in Prospect 17 years ago. Lorraine and Wayne owned and operated Heartwood Cabinet Refacing in Plainville for 27 years. She was a very talented artist who enjoyed pen and ink drawing, as well as calligraphy. She was a personal fitness instructor who also taught Pilates and Barre at the Southington YMCA. In addition to her husband, Lorraine is survived by two daughters: Jacqueline Hartmann and her husband, Philip of Meriden, and Rebekah Paredes and her husband, Joel of Lincolnville, ME; and two grandchildren: Shawn and Katelyn Dobreski. Funeral services for Lorraine will be held on Saturday (February 24, 2024) at 10:30 AM at the Barnes Memorial Chapel, 49 Pound Street, Bristol. Lorraine requested that those in attendance wear her favorite color, blue. Burial will follow in Peacedale Cemetery, Bristol. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, please donate to Lorraines daughters non-profit organization: New Hope Midcoast, P.O. Box A, Rockland, ME 04841 (the Regional Domestic Violence Resource Center serving Midcoast Maine) www.newhopemidcoast.org. Please visit Lorraines memorial website at www.FunkFuneralHome.com.
Lorraine M. (Sylvester) Phelps
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Sarah Darmofalski
April 5, 2024
She was always a wonderful woman and will be missed, she offered condolences when my mom died and was always smiling even when times were tough
Funk Funeral Home - Bristol
February 23, 2024
Our heartfelt sympathies in this, your time of grief.
The Grahams
February 22, 2024
Several years ago, our daughter made "Miss Lorraine" a necklace to help her 'feel brave' while she was undergoing treatment. Lorraine sent a selfie wearing the colorful plastic bead creation at an appointment noting that it worked, and she indeed felt brave! Our little one was thrilled that she created magical jewelry for Reba's mom and boasted of her 'powers' for weeks! This is how kind and thoughtful Lorraine was. We wish you love and peace and hope remembrances of your mom brings you comfort.
Yurah Emmenegger
February 22, 2024
My first memory of Lorraine was when she taught me art when I was a child. Since then we have stayed in touch and I even worked a couple summers building cabinets for Heartwood. She was always consistently the sweetest woman. I am so sorry that she has left this world, and I am sending lots of love to her family and friends. May we all be more like Lorraine.
Susan Seigars
February 21, 2024
I met Lorraine almost 15 years ago at the early morning Y classes. Five of us become good friends and started our monthly dinner get togethers. I will alway remember Lorraine's sweet smile and happy disposition. Through everything, she remained positive and upbeat. She will be missed by many. Sending thoughts and prayers to Wayne and their daughters
Diane Brooks
February 21, 2024
I first met Lorraine when we were both going to the 5:15 AM classes at the Southington Y many years ago. We have been friends ever since. She was one of the sweetest, nicest people I've have ever known. I will miss her. My sympathies to Wayne and the rest of her family.
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