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Lorraine Brooks Obituary

BROOKS Lorraine Wright, of Mahwah, NJ at rest on Tuesday October 5, 2010 at the age of 60. Beloved wife of the late William Brooks Sr. she is also predeceased by her parents Louis E Wright Sr., and Lauretta Mae Wright, and her son William Brooks Jr. She is survived by her sister Linda DeFreese and brothers Louis Wright Jr., Lawrence Wright Sr., Thomas Mann, and John Dennison. She leaves five grandchildren, sixteen nieces and nephews, and ten great-nieces and nephews. Lorraine worked for Marotta Inc in Montville NJ, as an accountant. She was a wonderful woman with a heart of gold whom will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing her. Lorraine's Funeral Service will be held on Saturday at 2 PM at Scarr Funeral Home Inc Route 202 Suffern, Friends may call on Saturday from 11 AM-2 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers donations to the Patrick Roe Scholarship fund CO Mahwah Fire Company #2.

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Published by The Record/Herald News on Oct. 8, 2010.

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Jill Butler

October 8, 2010

Ms. Lorraine was so great to work with. She kept smiles on our faces. I appreciate the time we were able to work together, and how we kept emailing even after I moved away. I know she is in a great place now.

CAROLYN PAYNE

October 8, 2010

to the wright family,our thoughts and prayers are with you . lorraine was a beautiful person.she will be missed. love carolyn and Joseph payne

Sharon Parker

October 8, 2010

I was saddened to hear news of Lorraine's passing. She was always a joy to work with. I know you will miss her so much. I pray that the joy of the memories you shared and the comfort only the Lord can bring will soon cover the grief in you hearts.

October 8, 2010

Ms. Lorraine was a wonderful lady. We shared lots of laughs and I enjoyed working with her. I was so very sad to hear the news of her passing. She has and will always be missed. God Bless You All. I pray God gives you comfort & peace.
Ann Frank, North Augusta, SC

October 8, 2010

Lorraine was a great lady to work with. I have many good memories of her kindness and alive attitude. She put her all into her work and loved it. May God comfort your hearts and pour His blessings upon the family that she loved so dear. Doris Barker, North Augusta, SC

Allys and Alvin Boyd Williams

October 7, 2010

To the Wright Family,

We were deeply saddened to hear the news of Lorraine's death. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. May Jehohovah God provide comfort for you during this time of bereavement.

Charles & Beverly Wright

October 7, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Gwen Tolen

October 6, 2010

To the Wright family and friends, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Marybeth Engers-Fasano

October 6, 2010

Lorraine was a wonderful woman. Kind compassionate and a great sense of humor! Her work was outstanding and she was diligent. She was a very hard worker. She made me laugh and made the day at work enjoyable. I will miss her terribly!

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