Lorraine (Joan) Major passed away peacefully at Victoria General Hospital on Feb 26th, 2026.
Lorraine was born in Toronto, Ontario on November 7th, 1950, and, as a child, enjoyed spending time at her family’s cottage and skiing. In her twenties, she worked at a jewelry store, as a nanny, and eventually as an English teacher. Lorraine was incredibly adventurous, intelligent, and energetic. One summer she even decided to hitch-hike alone across Europe!
At age 33, Lorraine quit working to stay home with her two children. She cared for her daughter, Brittney, who has profound autism, for 39 years! As time went on, Lorraine struggled more and more with mental illness. Despite this, she always had faith in God. May God, who is merciful, take her into His heavenly home.
Lorraine is predeceased by her parents Jessie and John Major. She is survived by her brother, Bruce Major (Merilea), nephews, David and Greg Major, daughters Natasha Eddy (Kyle) and Brittney, and grandchildren, Hannah, Logan, Josiah, and Caleb Eddy.
Thank you to the staff at Victoria General Hospital for making Lorraine’s last days peaceful and comfortable. Also thank you to Debbie Neubert for being by Lorraine’s side for hours at a time, talking to her, praying for her and bringing her things to help make her comfortable.
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Jan (Henderson) House
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Bernice Asselstine Some years ago I ran a Tea Room in Comox, that’s when I met Lorraine, she would come
In an afternoon, sit baby Natasha in the high chair, often spending an hour or more having her tea,
Later Lorraine moved to Victoria she would phone keeping me up to date
Lorraine was a faithful friend, I will miss her. Thank you to Natasha for letting me know her Mother had gone to be with her Lord
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Coral When I was a little girl, alongside Tasha and Brittany, Lorraine was someone who always seemed to be on the move. She had a car when my mother didn’t, and I have fond memories of the long drives we would take up to Courtney, with little stops along the way that made the trips feel like adventures.
My mother would often babysit Brittany so Lorraine could enjoy dinners out with friends. I’ll always remember Lorraine for her loud voice, her big energy, and above all her devotion to “Britty.” She truly was a firecracker… full of life and spirit.
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Mike Jensen I always enjoyed my conversations with Lorraine and admired her commitment to supporting Brittany. She will be dearly missed. My condolences to her family.
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Vanessa Shebib I’m so sorry Natasha ❤️
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Marilyn Peladeau Sending our sympathy. So sorry to hear. We will miss her very much. Had many special times together.
Sending condolences to the family on the passing of Joan.