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Lorraine Vale Obituary

Lorraine K. Vale Griffith/Munster Lorraine K. Vale, age 64 of Griffith and formerly of Munster, "joined the Angels" Sunday, February 20, 2005 after a three and a half year heroic battle with cancer. Loving wife to Bob. Beloved mother to Bob (Jeanette), Randy (Laura), Suzette (Michael) Lepir and Patrick. Cherished grandmother to Hailey, Alyse, Sydni, Alexis and Brianna. Survived by caring brother Paul Buldak and Sister Ann Bach. Many thoughts and prayers have been offered by supportive friends and family. Lorraine was an active member of St. James the Less Catholic Church and a nurturing Tuesday night bible study group at Our Lady of Perpetual Help. She recently retired from Thornridge High School as an office manager. Visitation will be held Tuesday, February 22, 2005 from 2:00-5:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m., with a 4:00 p.m. prayer service at Burns-Kish Funeral Home in Munster. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 23, 2005 at 10:00 a.m. at St. James the Less Catholic Church in Highland. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be sent to: Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905, Attn: Development Department. In Loving Memory of Lorraine K. Vale.

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Published by The Times from Feb. 22 to Feb. 23, 2005.

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Bob & Judi Hornback

February 27, 2005

Dear Bob and family,

Our deepest sympathy to you. We know that Lorraine loved you, but she was ready to be part of God's bigger Kingdom. We are so sorry about your loss. We're sure you know that Lorraine is safe and happy, and doesn't have to worry about anything anymore. She is fine, and you will be, too.

This was sent to us by a dear friend when Judi's brother died. KK got it from a friend when her father died. They, like Lorraine, were our treasures!



A death has occurred and verything is changed by this event. We are painfully aware that life can never be the same again, that yesterday is over, that relationships once rich have ended. But there is another way to look upon this truth. If life went on the same without the presence of the one who has died, we could only conclude that the life we here celebrate made no contribution, filled no space, meant nothing. The fact that Lorraine left behind a place that cannot be filled is a high tribute to her. Life can be the same after a trinket is lost but never after the loss of a treasure.

Love and hugs,

Bob & Judi Hornback

lance karzas

February 23, 2005

to pat & family. my deepest condolences on your loss. i just lost my father a little over a week ago so i will send thoughts & prayers your way. peace.

Dawn Harris

February 23, 2005

Suzette,



I was saddened to hear of the loss of your mother. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. If you need anything, please don't hesitate to call.

Teri Wilson

February 22, 2005

Dear Bob & Family,

Please accept my deepest sympathies on the earthly loss of your Wife & Mother. May her memories be with you forever and ever.

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