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Angela Lanktree
February 4, 2025
Never will I forget Loretta she was the best BDM and friend I had ever had. She helped me jump-start my Travel Agency back in 1982, and I was never so blessed to have her in my life. We sure miss you Loretta. Eveyone in the Travel Industry knows your name. Miss you so much.
Angie Lanktree Angie's Travel of Daytona Beach.
Peach Brinkley
February 5, 2020
Dearest Loretta,
I find it very hard to believe you have been gone for so long. You were an amazing mentor to me, and I think of you often. I hope your loving family is doing all right . I know you had a very large family, and a tremendous amount of friends. There was an incredible star in the sky last night, I couldnt believe my eyes . Im sure it was a combination of everyone I have lost over the years. I made a wish and said a prayer for everyone lighting up the sky for me. Thank you for shining down on me, Loretta, I Still miss you.
With Love ,
Peach Brinkley
Cruisemax
Grace and Joe Wincklhofer
March 1, 2013
Our hearts go out to Loretta's family. Loretta was such a great person who always had a smile on her face. She will truly be missed by all who have crossed her path.
Michelle Santiago
February 28, 2013
Wow, she was a great person and a great business partner. I will miss seeing her happy face when I work with Carnival.
Greg DuBose
February 28, 2013
We miss our friend.
Jan Navara-Dugan
February 27, 2013
My sincere sympathy to Loretta's family and friends. I worked with Loretta over 15 years ago, and we always had a good laugh, loved her raspy voice and bright smile! May she rest in peace and shine down on you.
Peach Brinkley
February 27, 2013
To my Dearest Loretta,
I have been reading what everyone has written and it's all so much everything I wanted to say, how you were a Ray of Sunshine, how you are like a Shining Star now, you spread your joy and happiness through so many people, and I just want you to know how very, very special you were to me. I have to laugh when I think of some of the things you did,(and amazed that you could pull it off...only you!!) like calling from an airplane high in the sky to confirm a friend on a 2 night cruise from New Orleans.(Who happened to be on their way to meet with the Mayor and broke the appointment just to go...remember??)Or how you were always able to get me and Suzanne at the "best table" during a fam (favorite bookends, I believe you called us) Or the many times you went with me on sales calls whenever I asked... even though I may not have been totally prepared, you always pulled it off!
I also have to laugh when I say that you "raised me" because, in a way, you did. You were a HUGE influence on me, probably the very first "Cruise Line Rep" I ever met!I wanted to be exactly like you!
First time I ever met you was the first time I took a Carnival cruise. (The Carnivale) We stopped by Daytona during one of your seminars just to meet you. You were so impressive!
I just want to say "Thank you, Loretta, thank you for everything, and that I love you". I wish I had said it many, many times before. You will be truly missed, but my memories will go on and on.
February 19, 2013
Oh the world has lost the most wonderful and brilliant person in the world. Who could teach and encourage thousand of travel agents. She will always be in hears and mines. She loved what she did and was the best at it. Our prays are with your family at this time. We will miss you! Angie Lanktree
Jay D. Cann, Jr
February 14, 2013
As I read through these rememberances the most remembered thing about Loretta is her genuinely sincere and beautiful Smile! That's how I will remember her! My heart & prayers go out to her Husband and Family!
February 13, 2013
Loretta was a very unusual,loving,kind,warm,positive woman. I enjoyed working with her over the years. I enjoyed her many visits to our office,our "Sushi lunches" and great conversations. She will be missed by many and never forgotten. My sincere condolences to her husband and family.
Lisa savvinidis Palm Harbor FL
Carole Lytell
February 13, 2013
Such a shock to hear of Lorettas passing, and so sorry for her family. It is so hard to move forward after a loss. God Bless, I am sure she will be looking down at you and guiding you forward.
Sherri Sylvia
February 13, 2013
When Loretta came to visit The Villages office the first thing you saw when she came thru the door was her brilliant smile. Her hands always full of somthing for us, candy, cookies, little trinkets. I will truly miss her sparkling personality, possitive attitude and kind heart. In the Bible it states, "Absent from the body present with the Lord". I know Loretta is in the palm of God's hands. My deepest sympathy to her family. She will be dearly missed.
Maribeth Voges
February 13, 2013
To Loretta's Family -
I was so deeply saddened to hear the loss of Loretta. It's the little things, the small, everyday occurrences that you'll remember. The laughs, the stories, the smiles, and even though it seems like you can never recover from your loss, it is these very memories that will help push the pain away and bring back the smiles. And while it's going to be very difficult to think of this world without Loretta, it is a happy thought knowing that wherever she is, Loretta is only spreading happiness.
My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult loss.
Sherri Sylvia
February 13, 2013
When Loretta would visit The Villages office the first thing you saw was her brilliant smile coming thru the door. Always with something in her hands for us. I will miss her kind heart, upbeat personality and possitive attitude. In the Bible it states, "Absent from the body, present with the Lord". I know God is holding Loretta in the palm of His hands. My deepest sympathy to her family. She will be truly missed.
Mimi Grenville
February 13, 2013
Loretta was a ray of sunshine wherever she went. I retired 15 years ago, but whenever I ran into her she remembered my name, asked how I was doing, and it was like no time had passed. She was warm and friendly and yet the consummate professional, head and shoulders above the rest. Carnival and her travel family and most of all her own family will miss her terribly.
She will never be forgotten by any of us.
Rosemary Glaspey
February 12, 2013
My deepest sympathies to Loretta's family. She was always a ray of sunshine when she came into the office. You are loved and will be missed by many. Rest in peace my friend.
Laura Kane
February 12, 2013
I am so sad to hear about Loretta. She has been my sales rep for over 20 years. She is one of the nicest, kindest people I know. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family. She will be missed enormously.
Marisel Aleman
February 12, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Loretta's smile will be missed. She was very passionate and full of life. Carnival will have a difficult time to fill the void. May your treasured memories help through this difficult time.
John May
February 12, 2013
I am so saddened to hear about Loretta. She was our Carnival rep for over over
20 years and became a great friend during that time. She was always there for us and our resident Golden Retriever, Dillon will miss her too! Thoughts and prayers to her huge network of family ,friends and colleagues.
Karen Sconyers
February 12, 2013
Loretta, you were my favorite...you touched so many lives in a positive way. You are missed my friend.
Dina Eusepi DeGree
February 12, 2013
I am very sorry to hear the sad news of Loretta passing away. All her family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. I will always remember her vibrant smile in high school! May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Wendy Stanton
February 11, 2013
With so much love and admiration I send this message to the family and friends of Loretta. I was blessed to be part of Loretta's incredible Carnival family. After 25 yrs a relationship became a great friendship.
There are no words to express the sadness I feel as I send my heartfelt sympathy's. The good lord has decided
he needed an angel to create fun and hope, that is why Loretta was called home. I will miss you and never forget your smile :)
xoxoxo
Kathy Bagnuolo-Gray
February 11, 2013
I was so sorry to hear of Loretta's passing. I saw her about 2 years ago on board a ship inspection in Tampa, had not seen her in many years from Avondale/American Express days and it was like picking up where we left off. Loretta was a ray of sunshine in all the years that I knew her. My prayers and thoughts are with her family at this very sad time.
Marie Casella
February 11, 2013
Loretta's passing was such a shock and sad day for so many of us. Your kindness to all you came in contact with will never be forgotten. Your warmth and smile will be with us always. My prayers to you and your family. Rest in peace, God Bless.
Melissa Popp
February 11, 2013
I knew Loretta when I was a travel agent years ago, What a wonderful person! My heart goes out to her husband, family, pets and friends, she will be greatly missed by all.
Gloria McManus
February 11, 2013
Loretta was inspirational, she will be missed.
Sharon Sirimanne
February 11, 2013
Loretta will have everyone in Heaven smiling.
pete Brenenstuhl
February 11, 2013
You taught me to lead ship inspections in 2004, I hope there is someone there to lead you on your new journey,you will be greatly missed
Gayle Fortin - Paugh
February 11, 2013
Loretta was a bright light who will be missed very much. This is a terrible loss for us.
Alvin Cummins
February 11, 2013
My Deepest Sympathy to Loretta's family. I was aquainted with Loretta as a Sales Representative for Carnival Cruises. She was a wonderful lady to be around. Inspiring,knowledgeable, and a great sense of humor. Loretta will be missed by many.
February 11, 2013
I was incredibly saddened by the news about Loretta. I was just with her ona ship inspection in Tampa a few short weeks ago. She was a wonderful person to work with for so many years.She always had only positive things to say about other people. She will br greatly missed. My thoughts and prayer go out to her family & friends.
Christine Archer
Legendary Journeys
Sarasota, FL
Al Ferguson
February 11, 2013
To Loretta's family and friends, everyone at Legendary Journeys are thinking of you during this very sad time. She will be missed and never forgotten.
Denise Wcislo-Goins
February 11, 2013
I new Loretta for 23 yrs and always looked forward to our meetings. They were more like visits from an old friend than business aquaintance. She showed genuine interest in our business but also our private lives. We enjoyed stories of her husband, family and her travels. Personally she & I shared treasured memories of our Polish heritage. So I say to Dear Loretta in Polish: "Idz z Bogiem,
slodkiej duszy"
Go with God sweet soul.
Ellen Rafferty
February 11, 2013
Loretta was one of a kind. Always on the ball with everything but most important was a sweet and gracious lady. I consider it such a blessing to have known Loretta for all those wonderful years. She will be missed!!
Pam Mabry
February 11, 2013
Loretta has been a beautiful person every time she would come by our office. My prayers are with her and her family. She will be missed.
Connie Saunders
February 11, 2013
I cannot believe she is gone. Loretta was such a bright spot in my life. Always smiling. Not only a business partner, but as a friend. I have chills just thinking of what a wonderful person she was and how sad I am that she is gone. I am really very sad that she won't be here anymore to call, or text or email about business. What a true jewel. I really loved you honey! I miss you already!! I will see you someday in heaven. To Frank, I am praying for you.
Anne Mitchell
February 11, 2013
Loretta will be remembered as a Bright, Intelligent, Always full of life professional individual. Loretta was the District Sales Manager for Carnival my Area. As a travel Professional I knew her personally for over 15 years. She was a special person. I pray for the family and friends at this time.
Maria Cronk
February 11, 2013
In loving Memory ...You will not be forgotten by so many people...you always had a smile and a kind word for all. Rest in Peace Loretta.
Peggy Steele
February 11, 2013
So many lives touched, so many hearts broken today. Loretta was a positive force in this world. She will be sorely missed in my world.
Mark Canestrano
February 11, 2013
Jenn, Susan, Lisa, and Therese,
Our family's thoughts and prayers are with you. We will treasure all the memories we had growing up with Lori.
Jennifer Smith
February 11, 2013
Loretta was always a ray of sunsine, with a quick smile and generous heart. I enjoyed working with her!
Kyle Kleyn van de Poll ~ Holland America Line/Seabourn
February 10, 2013
Dear Loretta, your smile will live on forever. You were a great friend, and I will miss you dearly. It's been a while since we last saw each other and I apologize for that. Our busy schedules kept us from getting together. My prayers are with you and your family at this time. May the good Lord take you in his hands and guide you now. Rest in Peace, my friend.
Paula Rice
February 10, 2013
My sincerest condolences to Loretta's family. The world is truly a sadder place today. I will cherish many warm memories of a beautiful person.
Suzanne Fisher
February 10, 2013
We were blessed to know, work with for over 22 years! She was a shining light, a positive force and good friend to us all. Our sincerest heart felt sympathy to Loretta's family and friends. She will be missed and remembered fondly always.
Suzanne Fisher, Cruise Center Jax
ABSea Cruises
February 10, 2013
Our sincere condolences to Loretta's family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP beautiful Loretta. She will be truly missed by so many people who loved and adored her. Such a special lady to all of us.
Cindy Greif
February 10, 2013
Dear sweet Loretta. Such a gem - always smiling, full of laughter and beloved by so many. She will be dearly missed.
Deepest sympathy to all.
Joanne Oyen
February 10, 2013
I am incredibly sad over the news about Loretta. She was the most wonderful business colleague and friend who was very kind to me. She was such a warm and personable human being who always had only positive things to say about other people. She was a lover and protector of animals which I held her in high esteem for. I have not stopped thinking about her. What a role model for the world. I hope her family knows how much she was loved by anyone who ever came in contact with her. I will miss her forever.
Joan Di Pietro
February 10, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with Loretta's family. Loretta was a beautiful and wonderful individual, loved by all she came in contact with. She will be missed by so many people. I knew her from Carnival Cruise Lines and she was an incredible individual! My heartfelt condolences go out to you all. I will pray for her and all of you.
Karen Grieninger
February 10, 2013
My sincere sympathy to Loretta's family and her wide circle of friends. She will be missed by all of us. She was a ray of sunshine wherever she went, a delight to know. I am blessed to have known her.
Hillary Carpenter
February 10, 2013
Love and light to Loretta's family. I am grateful to have known her - she had a genuine heart and beautiful spirit.
Nancy Abercrombie
February 10, 2013
Loretta was truly someone special...someone who touched so many lives, brightened so many days when she would come in our office at Avondale,and when I worked for American Express. Even in your sorrow, I hope you can hold on to the thought that a life lived with so much love never really ends, but goes on forever in the hearts of those who remember..as I always will.
February 10, 2013
To Loretta's family I send my thoughts and prayers. She was such a beautiful person. So kind and loving to all she met and she will never be forgotten. As the ships she loved so much sails from their ports she will always guide them in spirit. I met Loretta many years ago when I first became a travel agent. I went on ship inspections with her and enjoyed each time she came to the office to visit. Your heart is heavy right now I know as I have walked this path but the sun always shines on those we love and her memory will live on in each of us who have known and loved her. Family is not always by blood and it has been my honor to have known such a beautiful person. I pray that God will comfort and keep all of you that are here until the meeting of her again some day.
I feel a warmth around me
like your presence is so near,
And I close my eyes to visualize
your face when you were here,
I endure the times we spent together
and they are locked inside my heart,
For as long as I have those memories
we will never be apart,
Even though we cannot speak no more
my voice is always there,
Because every night before I sleep
I have you and your family in my prayer.
Rest In Peace Loretta until we meet again. Thank you for the memories!
Regina Camps
February 10, 2013
I will forever miss Loretta's smile and unconditional love for her extended CCL family. She was and will always be in my heart. My condolance to Frank and her family we at CCL will always love and remember her.
Life is not about extravagance, materialism, or money. Its about loving the people that matter most because you will never know if you will see them tomorrow. RIP Loretta!
Karen Weller
February 10, 2013
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Loretta. Her passion for life, family, and Carnival was unequaled and will be extremely missed.
Ronald Horne
February 10, 2013
Thanks for being my Friend and an Important part of my extended family & friends. You will always be in our hearts and remembered fondly. My Deepest Sympathy to Frank and your Family.
Janette Simpson
February 10, 2013
Knew Loretta for a brief time many years ago but she was the nicest person, I am sorry for her family of their loss
Martha Lorenzo
February 10, 2013
My prayers to the entire family specially her parents. She was a joy to speak with and will be missed.
Kay Strawderman
February 10, 2013
My sincere condolences to Loretta's family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. RIP beautiful Loretta. She will be missed by so many people who loved and adored her. Such a special lady.
Dan Crutchfield
February 10, 2013
Our darkest nights are illuminated by the brightest of stars. These brightest of stars are there to show us our way, make us feel safe and encourage us. Throughout our lives we become reliant on their constant steadfastness. If one of these stars should ever go dark we would most certainly be lost without them. Hallelujah, Great News! The brightness, the very light of each star continues to generate its energy giving us the faith and courage to continue on our path for generations after that star has died. We will never be without Loretta. Her life, her light continues on for us and through each of us, and for generations to come.
Carol Campbell
February 10, 2013
So very sad to hear about the passing of Loretta. Loretta will be missed by all of her accounts she called on. I loved to hear her stories about her beloved dog Barnaby. RIP
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