July 4, 1941 to January 11, 2013
Loraine Gaile Noel (Crockford) passed peacefully on January 11, 2013 at her family home in View Royal after a very short illness. Throughout her life Loraine excelled at business, starting with her ceramics business (Noel Ceramics) and later owning a Diet Centre franchise in Oak Bay. Loraine also demonstrated a love and passion for gardening, sewing, embroidery and quilting. Nevertheless, Loraine always placed family as her first priority.
Loraine and her husband of 52 years, Carl, would be described by friends and family as best friends; high school sweethearts that remained that way for their entire life. This beautiful union produced three devoted and equally family focused children, Stewart, Doug and Lynn.
After Carl, the second great love of Loraine’s life was her six granddaughters. Stewart and Sandra started with Lauren and Maddison, Doug and Cathy were next with Robyn and Taylor, and Lynn and Spencer finalized the six with Sarah and Claire. Each granddaughter has a personalized quilt made with love by Grandma, truly a treasure for a lifetime.
The legacy left behind by Loraine will run deeper than just with friends and family as Loraine’s caring nature and love for hospitality was experienced by many. Whether it was the family Christmas parties in their home or happy hours at the cabin, Loraine always had room for a few extra guests. Loraine will be greatly missed by all who had the privilege to know her.
A Celebration of Life will be held at Saanich Baptist Church, 4347 Wilkinson Road, on Wednesday, January 16, 2013 at 2:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Victoria Hospice.
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
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Marion Comerford
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Louis & Marie Gauci Carl,
Louis & I are so very saddened to hear of Loraine’s passing.
Moira, Al Duffus’s daughter just informed us.
We were Ernie’s neighbors at 43 Knollwood.
We loved Ernie like family and it brings a smile to my face every time I think of him but also every time I think of Loraine being able to live at the property she so loved, with you.
It was such a wonderful story of complete and utter happiness.
I think of Ernie and you and Loraine often.
You are in our thoughts.
Marie
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Karen Allan Dear Carl and Family,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Lorraine always had such a beautiful warm smile and such love for her family! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen and Rich
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Jackson Low + Geraldine Wong & Tyler Carl, Stewart, Doug, Lynn,
We are still in shock. The four of you and the extended family were so blessed to have had her in your lives. We’ve only known her for a short 20 or so years and can only imagine the void she has left. But that is all balanced by the countless memories you have to share with each other. She was a beautiful and classy lady. As we reflect on Life’s journey we can truly say that we were very fortunate to have met her and all of you as well. We will miss her also. Carl, Stewart, Doug and Lynn, you and your families are in our prayers and in our hearts. Carl if you ever need anything, just call.
Geraldine, Jackson and Tyler
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Mary Ann & Greg Griffin Hello Carl,
We are so sorry to hear about Loraine. We always enjoyed talking to you both at the Union Club and treasure our memories. Especially at the Christmas Family Dinners. You always had such a large and fun group. You could tell that family meant a lot to Loraine. Also saw you at the Mt. Doug reunion. Our thoughts are with you and I hope our paths cross again soon. Take care of yourself. Sincerely, Greg & Mary Ann Griffin
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Jake Fiddick Carl – I was so very shocked to learn of Lorraine’s passing and would like to pass on my sincere condolences on your great loss. When I saw both of you last fall at our reunion reception I thought that you both looked great. The years had been kind to both you and Lorraine (some people never seem to age) , but I guess when you see someone at our age I guess you never know if that will be the last time we will see that person. I have some nice memories of when you and Lorraine started dating and the parties that she used to have at her home on Cedar Hill Road (I seem to recall “spin the bottle ” – do you remember that ? I seem to recall that you saw someone running across her yard late one night with a gas can ? Anyway – my heart goes out to you. Jake
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Susan Bowes Dear Carl and family:
So sorry to learn of Lorraine’s passing. My husband Doug, who taught Art at Vic High many years ago, said that Lorraine was such a good friend of the Art Program, and provided him with a great deal of encouragement and assistance. She was kind and friendly, and that meant a lot to him. He liked her very much. So sad that she is gone.
Sincerely
Cousin Susan Bowes
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Marlene McClure Dear Carl, Stew, Doug & Lynn & families:
Our sincere sympathy for you as you grieve over the loss of your wife & mother & grandmother. We always enjoyed our visits with Loraine and she was so hospitable-making us feel very welcome either in her home or at the cabin! Some great conversations and it was so evident the love she had for all of you. A woman of many talents! She will be missed by all who knew her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love Randy, Marlene, Trent, Hayden & Troy
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Ivar & Jeanne Larsen Carl and Family,
Our deepest condolence to you and your Family.
Jeanne and Ivar
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Jan Willoughby Dear Carl and Family,
May the beautiful memories that you have shared over the years bring comfort to all of you at this very difficult time. Lorraine was a beautiful, gentle, kind and loving person and I feel honoured to have known her.
Lorraine loved her family with so much devotion and always had a wonderful story to tell about her granddaughters whenever I saw her.
I send my heart felt condolences with love.
Jan
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Marie and Ed. Longpre Carl and family;
It was with much sadness we read of Lorraine’s sudden passing. Many years have passed since our first meeting in the summer of 1963 when we built next to you on Hillcrest Ave. Cherish your memories and take care of each other.
Marie and Ed. Longpre
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Frank & Vicky Perry Carl and family. Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Frank & Vicky Perry.
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Barb & Ken (Norm) Carl,Stewart, Doug and Lynn,
It is with great sadness that I hear the loss of Loraine, My prayers
and thoughts are with you all at this time. I have good memories of
working with you all at Noel Ceramics. Loraine was such a talented
women in anything she did,and how she loved her family
God Bless You All at this time of your Loss.
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Colin & Shirley Lee Carl. Our deepest sympathy to you and the family on the sudden loss of Lorraine. May happy family memories help you through this difficult time. Will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Colin and Shirley Lee
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Astrid and Arild Solbakken Dear Carl and Family.
So sorry to hear about Loraine. May treasured memories bring you peace. With deepest sympathy.
Arild and Astrid
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Holly Evans Lynn, my deepest sympathy to you, Spence, the girls, your father and the rest of your family. Your mother was the salt of the earth, a very warm and gracious woman. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of grieving.
Love Holly & Mitch
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Paul & Gayle Mantell Carl, our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Lorraine was a friendly, caring and fibrant woman. We know you will all feel her loss terribly. Always remember the good times and her love for you all.
Sincerely
Paul & Gayle Mantell
[from Desert Hot Springs, Ca.]
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Cairine and Fred Green Dear Carl and Family: Our thoughts are with you and we know that the love of family and friends will help to support and sustain you at this difficult time. We always enjoyed seeing you both and Lorraine was indeed a special person. Take care.
Cairine and Fred Green
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Friends of PATH Spinal Cord Injury Society To Carl and Family, It is with shock and sorrow we offer our condolence. Loraine was a founding Director of the Society, she volunteered with love in her heart. She will be deeply missed.
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Joe & Ellen McEwan Dear Stewart
Our thoughts are with you, & our prayers go out to you,Sandra & the Noel family at this profoundly sad & challenging time.
Keep strong,
Love ,
Joe & Ellen Mcewan
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Gerry Lee Carl & Family
My deepest sadness and condolence in hearing the terrible lost ! My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. As you may know, Loraine was a very special classmate during my high school years. I have and will always cherish and remembered those lucky times yearly, in the school table tennis house team tournaments in the mixed doubles category. Unfortunately, we never could get to the winning circle , but I didn’t care, when you get teamed up with a pretty classmate like Loraine?
Gerry
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Virginia Rego (Jackson) Reading the TC this morning I came across Loraine’s obituary, a woman I had previously only known as “Lynn’s mom”. I have fond memories of visiting when Lynn and I were students at Lake Hill. I can still picture her mother’s impressive weaving loom in the living room and remember painting my own piece of pottery in the basement. My thoughts to Lynn and her brothers, and dad, and of course to all of the family and friends of “Lynn’s mom”.
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Gayle Chong To Carl and family,
My deepest sympathy on the passing of your beloved wife, mother and grandmother. Lorraine was a beautiful, vibrant women who will be missed by all who knew her.
Gayle Chong
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Don Chaplin Carl my deepest condolances,I was totally shocked to hear of your loss.
Don Chaplin
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Bonnie and Bernie Carl and Family
You are all in our thoughts and prayers
Keep the memories close to your heart and cherish all the traditions that were made over the special years we are all given.
Bernie and Bonnie
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Miles & Fran Primrose Carl, Fran and I send our deepest condolences to you and all the family.
Hope to see at Lorraine’s Celebration on the 16th.Miles and Fran Primrose
Dear Carl,
I am so sad to hear of Lorains death. She was one of those special people. I am so happy to have known her.
Love to you all,
Marion Comerford