Lorraine Mary (Hazzard) Forester
Lorraine Mary (Hazzard) Forester, a beloved resident of Westlock, Alberta, passed away on January 18, 2025, surrounded by her children and comforted by her favourite music. Born on August 29, 1949, in Westlock, Alberta.
Lorraine spent the majority of her life in Westlock. She dedicated over three decades to her career at Drayden Insurance before retiring at the age of 70. Her work ethic and commitment left a lasting impression on colleagues and clients alike.
Lorraine found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She had a passion for gardening, where she cultivated beauty and tranquility. She also enjoyed researching family history, cherishing the connections that tied generations together. Time spent with friends and family brought her immense happiness, especially moments shared with her children and grandchildren.
She is lovingly remembered by her children: Lesley Forester (Mark Schimanke), Jodi Prazak (Terry Prazak), and Cliff Forester; as well as her cherished grandchildren Maxx Prazak and Cole Prazak. Lorraine also leaves behind her treasured niece Stacey Ashton, (Grantie to Stacey’s children Tegin and Payton); her nephews Scott Ashton (Jazmin Rojas), Travis and Jarrett Claeys, along with numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends who will miss her deeply.
Lorraine’s warmth, dedication to family, and love for life will remain in the hearts of all who knew her. May her memory bring comfort to those she touched throughout her remarkable journey.
A celebration of life will take place in Lorraine’s backyard garden in July, exact date to be announced.
Donations can be made to the Alberta Cancer Foundation
Lorraine was one of my favorite people. Kind, caring, almost always calm, and had a passion for history, vintage items and gardening.
I loved hearing about it all. We had a lot of interesting conversations and shared many good times.
Lorraine would get a gleam in her eyes whenever she talked about her family. They were very important to her.
I will miss her so much!
Rest in peace Lorraine.
My deepest sympathy 💐 to all the family.
Lorraine was such a good friend. I will miss her dearly
I’m so glad I had that special visit with her just a few days before she passed ❤️
I am so sorry for your children, family and friends as they face their world without you in it. Our world was better with your kind, thoughtful and loving outlook on life. We remaining Hazzard cousins will miss you each day and especially when we are among colorful flowers, of which you were one.
Not only my cousin but my very good friend …
We shared so many years of good times through all the ages and stages of our lives even when we lived provinces apart.
Love you forever cuz …..
I worked with Lorraine at Drayden Ins. She was an absolute Gem. My sincerest condolences to her family . She was a light in the world and will be so missed.
Beautifully written obituary for a beautiful woman who lived a good life that was cut too short. Lorraine brings a smile to a memory which is a wonderful thing. Our heartfelt condolences to her family from sore, sad hearts here. Love always Lorraine from Linda and Bob. Thanks for the memories.
Lorraine will be missed she was a very kind loving lady ! I always thought she had a wonderful contagious smile ! Lorraine always had time for everyone and never had a bad thing so say about anyone .Lorraine and I are first cousins .she will be greatly missed ❤️rest in peace. Love Eunice
Lorraine found my sister and me via her searches in Ancestry. She was so warm and enthusiastic and it was great to meet a second cousin I didn’t even know I had. My sincere condolences to the family, you lost a treasure but as long as she is in your hearts she won’t really be gone.
A life well-lived – family, friends, laughter and a passion to follow. She was a lovely lady whose work on our family history will enrich future generations. We will cherish our memories and remember her sunny smile. Love to you all –
Cliff and family I am so very sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. She was always such a wonderful kind lady, who always greeted everyone with such a kind radiant smile. May your memories and love for her bring you comfort during this difficult time .
We send our sincere sympathy to the children, cousins & extended family of Lorraine. May your loving memories of a kind, gentle lady give you comfort at this difficult time. May she rest in peace amongst the many flowers she enjoyed so much.