Lorraine Huff

Lorraine Elizabeth "Lori" Huff passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025, in Loveland, Colorado, at the age of 79.

Born on December 30, 1945, in Holland, Michigan, Lori was the daughter of Joseph and Janet Leys. She began her professional life as a Licensed Practical Nurse after earning her credentials from Kellogg Community College. Later, she transitioned into photography, working for many years as a professional photographer at Amway Corporation before establishing her own business as a nature photographer.

Lori had a profound appreciation for the natural world and found deep joy in capturing its beauty through her lens. Her love of nature and photography remained her passion throughout her life.

She shared many cherished years with her beloved husband, Weldon Lee. Lori is lovingly remembered by her children: Carl Bartlett of Grand Rapids, MI; Rebecca Whistler (Tim) of Valley Center, KS; Amy Bacon (Todd) of Ada, MI; Buck Lee of Tyler, TX; and Scot Lee (Brooke) of Laporte, CO. She also held close in memory her son Daniel "Danny" Bartlett, who preceded her in death.

Lori was a grandmother to twenty grandchildren: Justin (Cassidy), Joshua, and Sydney Bacon; Lauryn (Johnny) Marigo; Sarah, Nathan (Rylee), Andrew (Abby), Kayla, Lydia, Anna, Emma, Benjamin, Michael, and Alex Whistler; Luke, Lance, Bret; and Walker, Hanna, and Jubilee. Her legacy continues through her great-grandchildren: Enzo and Archer Marigo; and Vivian, Claire, and Theodore Whistler.

She is also survived by her sister Carol Smith (Larry), nephew Jeff, niece Jennifer, and many other relatives and friends whose lives were touched by her warmth.

A Celebration of Life will be held on August 2, 2025, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM at The Old Gallery, 14863 Colorado Highway 7, Allenspark, CO.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the World Wildlife Fund, 1250 24th Street N.W., Washington, DC 20037.

May her memory bring comfort to all who knew her.