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.
26 Responses
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
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
Carl and Family,
Our deepest condolence to you and your Family.
Jeanne and Ivar
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
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
Carl and family. Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our thoughts are with you.
Frank & Vicky Perry.
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.
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
Dear Carl and Family.
So sorry to hear about Loraine. May treasured memories bring you peace. With deepest sympathy.
Arild and Astrid
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