Lorinda Jean Brinkhurst
May 17th, 2018
Lorinda Jean Brinkhurst, née Kronström
20 May 1959 – 17 May 2018
Fierce and beloved wife of Paul, mother of Kaleigh and Marena, daughter of Jean and Larry, sister of Russ and Eric, and aunt of Josh and Jenica. A joy and inspiration to her extended family, dear friends, and colleagues.
Lorinda was a Registered Nurse and cared for and helped people all her life. She was bold, determined, and knew how to get things done! She was always outdoors celebrating and creating beauty everywhere she lived across this wide country – from British Columbia, to Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Alberta. She was a lover of horses all her life. Her last morning was spent riding in the warm sun, overlooking the Rocky Mountains. We are so proud of her and the strength she has given us. We love her deeply.
A private memorial ceremony will take place on May 23rd in the Kananaskis foothills, where this photo was taken. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Foothills Search and Rescue Equestrian Team, at FSAR P.O. Box 549 Turner Valley, Alberta T0L 2A0.
Messages:
So sorry to hear of the sudden passing of Lorinda. We have such fond memories of Lorinda and our pony club days. Hugs to you all. Ann and Jocelyn
My sincere sympathies to you, Paul, Marena and Kaleigh, on the passing of your wife and mother. May your happy memories of her comfort you and bring you peace.
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Sincere condolences. Take care, Sheila G. Richardson
Dearest Paul, Marena, and Kaleigh we were shocked and saddened to hear of Lorinda's passing. Please accept our profound sympathy and condolences. Your HGS family loves you and misses you. Wishing you all the best. Deborah,Peter,and Adelle.
Lorinda truly was a joy and inspiration to work with. I was a colleague of hers when she was at the Birches. She empowered and inspired me every time our paths crossed to discuss her beloved residents. She leaves me with wonderful 'at work' memories. Dear Paul, and family, my caring thoughts are with you at this time of profound loss. Take care all.
To the Brinkhurst Family, thinking of you all and sending our deepest sympathy Shelley and Jimmie LeFresne
I have had the privilege of working with Lorinda 10 years ago what a kind soul and a blessing she was strong to take on anything and very determined in her work strong willed and a leader in all she did will surly be missed by those who worked with her now an angel in heaven sore those mountains ,spread your wings and fly for eternity .
Dear Paul,Marena,Kaleigh and Family, It is with sadness I send a message of hope,love and appreciation for time having spent with Lorinda at The Birches, Musquodoboit Harbour,she was a mentor to us all and taught some wonderful caring lessons along the way to help us with so many residents who needed us. My thoughts are deep and prayers of sympathy go out to you all. Lorinda encouraged me to move on and look high as she was ever pleased with my contributions to health care and loving touch with residents. It was she that helped shape my being in nursing.
Dear Paul, Marena and Kaleigh. Matthew and I are shocked and profoundly saddened to learn of the loss of your beloved wife and mother. While we only met Lorinda a few times, we know how deeply she was loved by all of you. Our most sincerest condolences.
Dear Paul, Marena, Kayleigh - however 'removed' we may have been as first cousins, we share your grief now. And we share the ever-present memories of so happy a day in Rye long ago. Lorinda was a star, and will shine through the generations. Love from me and the girls in Sussex. Stephen Withers.
À Paul, Marena et Kaleigh, Je pense à vous.❤️ Je suis profondément attristée par le décès de Lorinda - cette belle personne, si gentille et dynamique, admirée et aimée de tous qui la connaissaient. Il me restera toujours de beaux souvenirs d'elle et de votre famille. Mes amitiés continues et mes condoléances les plus sincères, Pam
Dear Paul, Our deepest sympathies for your loss. Our love and thoughts are with you and your family.
I was so sorry to hear this news. I worked with Lorinda at The Birches. She was a lovely nurse, and I respected her very much.
I was privileged to work with Lorinda at The Birches in Musquodoboit Harbour and am reminded of her every day ....one Christmas she gave me a beautiful picture frame in which I keep a photo of my family ... and it's on my mantle. I was shocked to read of her passing. Sincere sympathy to her family and friends ....
Dear Paul, Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. Take care of yourself and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all
Dear Paul & family, We are deeply saddened by Lorinda sudden and untimely death. Our hearts break for you and we extend our condolences to you in this most difficult of times. Debby & David
Paul, Marena and Kaleigh - I am so sorry to hear about Lorinda's passing. My most sincere condolences to each of you. Pam Livingstone9
To Paul, Marena, and Kaleigh. Chris and I were both shocked & heartbroken when hearing of Lorinda's passing. You were neighbours that were always there for us. Our deepest sympathies to you all at this most difficult time.