Lorraine G. Bourret
Lorraine G. Bourret
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NORWICH- Lorraine G. Bourret, of 5 Reservoir Road Norwich, CT, beloved wife of former Albert J. Bourret for more than 71 years passed away peacefully in her home with family on June 12, 2024 at the age of 91.
Born in Norwich, CT on June 19, 1932 to Alphonse and Jeanne Fortin, she was a graduate of the Norwich Free Academy and after high school married Albert who entered the United States Navy serving two tours during WWII and the Korean War.
Lorraine raised five children with Albert and worked for more than fifty years as a waitress starting as a teenager in her father's diner (Fortin's diner) in Norwich and then BeeBee's dairy where she served smiling customers well into her seventies.
Her family and friends will remember her for her loving, caring nature and as a woman of strong faith with a great sense of humor and kindness. Lorraine had a love for family, cooking, and her very favorite, polka dancing which she always looked forward to with her husband Albert. She loved her job as a waitress, getting to know so many people from the community who just loved "Lori" as they called her.
Lorraine is survived by her children and their spouses Debra (Guy Palazzo), Jeffrey Bourret (Helen Horan), Michael Bourret (Maureen Sirpenski), Cheryl Ann Bourret (Tim Smith), Nicole Bourret and 10 grandchildren (Paul, Carrie, Scott, Danielle, Kent, MacKenzie, Kalen, Jaiden, Doug, Dale), and 9 great grandchildren (Abigail, Eliana, Tyler, Treymore, Mason, Julia, Kyra, Kale, Felix. She also leaves her younger brother Everett Fortin (Helen)
Lorraine was predeceased by her brother Lionel and her sisters Georgette and Germaine.
A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Saturday, June 15, 2024 at 10:00 AM at Sacred Heart Church, 57 W. Town Street, Norwichtown CT. Burial will follow at Sacred Heart Cemetery, 260 Harland Road, Norwich.
Calling hours Friday, June 14, 2024 from 6-8 PM at the Godere-Guillot Funeral Home, 21 N. 2nd Avenue, Taftville, CT 06360.
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Debbie Odgers Szarka
June 17, 2024
My heartfelt condolences with Lorraine's passing. I have so many memories from childhood. She made me laugh, especially when she gave us kids the "dickens". Since my mom passed, I had seen Lorraine on Saturdays, at church. She was always happy to see me and I was happy to see her. I wish you the best memories of your mom in these days and in the future.
Jeane Laflamme
June 13, 2024
Dear Debbie,
We both know that your Ma is finally pain and worry free and in the great company of your Dad.
I won't tell you she had a good long life... because it's never is long enough. There is always more to we wish for... BIG HUGS my friend. JEANE
Jim & Karen McCabe
June 13, 2024
Mike, Maureen & Family;
We are extremely sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. It never gets easier as our loved ones pass on; but take comfort in knowing that she has reunited with the love of her life; Albert! We all will definitely miss her at your picnics and other functions the we had the pleasure of seeing her at. Your mom was a sweet, beautiful, kindhearted woman who loved her family unconditionally; and I must say, she and Albert were soo Blessed to have such a loving family who took turns taking such good care of them when they weren't able to do for themselves. Take great comfort in knowing that everything you did for your mom & dad allowed them to remain within their home right up the the very end... not many can do that! I'm certain mom & dad are looking down on each and everyone of you smiling, smiling because they are grateful and proud of their children and the family they created together! Start each day with a grateful heart, keep your loved-ones near and always remember.......
Keep looking up, for She (they) will always be looking down!
Deborah Morris
June 13, 2024
Her picture stopped me....I knew that face, and when I read she worked at Bee Bee's Dairy everything clicked! I worked for 13 yrs. at Burr's / Suburban Stationers right next door. She was a wonderful, hard working soul, so kind. God Bless her and your loss. That face, beautiful face.... it made a lasting impression.
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Raymond&Joan Boenig J
June 13, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Carole Ives
June 13, 2024
Debbie, Cheryl, and family,
So sorry for your loss but may special memories
of joyful times with her help sustain you.
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