Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1943
DIED
2016
FUNERAL HOME
Lorraine Pierce Obituary
She was born February 12, 1943 in Cuba, New York and had been a Vermilion resident for the past 50 years moving from Lorain.
Lorraine operated an in home daycare and enjoyed being a foster mom.
She was a charter member of Firelands Baptist Church, Birmingham and was also a member of the Senior Center. Lorraine enjoyed playing cards and was a member of several cards groups. She also enjoyed painting, ceramics, and spending time with her family and the children she cared for.
She is survived by her sons, Jeff (Meg) Austin of Vermilion, Bill Pierce of Vermilion, Brian (Karen) Pierce of Great Falls, MT, and Robert (Christin) Pierce of Louisville, KY; step daughter, Barbara Pierce of Franklinville, NY, many grandchildren and great grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; brother, Eugene Williams of NY; sisters, Edna Elling of Friendship, NY, Esther Lundfelt of NY, Nancy Bedillion of PA, and Margaret Jenison of NY.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, William Austin, 2nd husband; Robert "Joe" Pierce; daughter, Dawn Austin; son, Duane Austin; parents, Clayton and Erma (nee Hurd) Williams and brother, Roger Williams.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, April 3, 2016, from 12 noon until 2:00 pm at the Riddle Funeral Home, 5345 South Street Vermilion. Funeral services will be Monday April 4, 2016 at 10 am at the funeral Home. The Pastor Ed Young will officiate. Interment will follow at Maple Grove Cemetery, Vermilion.
The family suggests memorial contributions to Firelands Baptist Church, c/o Curtis Richardson, 11119 Mason Road Berlin Heights, Ohio 44814.
Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Lorraine Pierce
Sponsored by morningjournal.com.
6 Entries
Susan Jackson
June 6, 2016
I am sorry we didn't know sooner. We think about her often and had always hoped that her final days would be blessed. She had the heart of an angel. and blessed many people that she touched in her life. She will truly be missed.
Susie Jackson, Tim Johnson and Christina Jackson ( she graduated this year from VHS)
amber boggs
April 4, 2016
RIP Lorraine I've known you since I was 12 you were always such a nice lady. grown up with your boys jeff and bill. Sorry for your loss family but heaven has gained another angel. Prayers for you all.
Don Nieding
April 2, 2016
Prayers for the family. Don Nieding family
Kathi, Rich, and Rachael Rennie
April 1, 2016
Lorraine, whether known as Mom, Grandma, Sister, Aunt, Cousin, Friend, or any other relationship, held the same... regardless... She was a friend, supporter, grief counselor, wall-to-bounce-it-off-of, confident, God-fearing, strong, protective, and admirable soul, to name but a very few of her admirable qualities. She loved those she held close, and held close those whom she loved, and would have done about anything for any one of those people. She even would have done the same for others not fitting any of those categories. She was an angel, adviser, and overall friend to anyone who let her into their lives. She lived a strong battle and fought a fierce fight, in many regards, She will be greatly missed and forever in our hearts. God put this Angel on our Earth for us to learn and live by... May He now take her back under His wing, hold her close and protect her from any pain, or trial ever again.
You will be forever in our hearts, Lorraine.. God Bless you!
Roy & Charlene Goodliff
April 1, 2016
To the Williams, Austin and Pierce families: We are so very sorry for your loss. When we lived in Friendship and she would make a trip home from Ohio, she often would stop and visit. Although we haven't seen her in years, we've thought of her often.
The Staff of Riddle Funeral Home
April 1, 2016
Our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
Make a Donation
in Lorraine Pierce's name
Memorial Events
for Lorraine Pierce
Apr
3
Visitation
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Riddle Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Vermilion5345 South Street, Vermilion, OH 44089
Apr
4
Funeral service
10:00 a.m.
Riddle Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Vermilion5345 South Street, Vermilion, OH 44089
Funeral services provided by:
Riddle Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Vermilion5345 South Street, Vermilion, OH 44089
How to support Lorraine's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Lorraine Pierce's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
