Lorne J Twiner

1934 - 2025

Lorne J. Twiner
June 29, 1934 -
August 23, 2025
Lorne J. Twiner passed away peacefully on August 23, 2025, at his Cumming Lake Lanier home of 45 years, surrounded by the serenity he loved. Born on June 29, 1934, in North Bay, Canada. He was the son of Dick Twiner, who worked for the Hudson Bay Company, and Margaret St. Pierre. Raised in the wilds of northern Canada, Lorne's early years were filled with vivid tales of bears, trappers, and the unforgiving cold. Lorne worked in Montreal and Toronto before moving to Atlanta, and earning his citizenship in 1970, Lorne built a successful career in advertising and real estate. He worked with Equifax, D'Arcy Advertising, and J. Walter Thompson. He became a licensed real estate broker in 1976; he owned and managed over 22 apartment buildings in Midtown Atlanta. Lorne was also known for running the famed Ramblin' Raft Race on the Chattahoochee River, which once drew over 300,000 participants. Lorne was a mentor and friend to many. His philanthropic efforts included serving on the board of Catholic Charities, co-founding The Place of Forsyth County, and being a substantial supporter of Peachtree Farm, a nonprofit employing adult with disabilities. He was Cumming Rotarian and a Paul Harris Fellow. Lorne is survived by his wife of 45 years, Kay Garland Twiner, his brother Don, and his sister Joy. Lorne is survived by his children Laura Pickens, Michael Twiner, and Brian Twiner; nine grandchildren; and three great-grandchildren. He will be remembered for his belief in lifting others up. Lorne lived a life of purpose, humor, and heart-and leaves behind a legacy that will continue to inspire all who knew him. A Funeral Mass will be said September 8th. at 12:00 pm at Good Sheperd Catholic Church 3740 Holtzclaw Road Cumming, GA 30041 770-887-9861 In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to PeachtreeFarm.org in Lorne's memory.