Phyllis "Lorraine" Jorgensen Degerness
October 9th, 2018
Lorraine Degerness Jorgenson, beloved wife of Arnold Jorgenson passed away peacefully on Tuesday October 9, 2018 at Calgary Foothills Hospital at the age of 76.
Loving and missing her today are her husband Arnold; daughters and sons-in law, Shelly Osburne (Barry), Shannon Sambell (Lance), Sheryl Partington (Brian), Patricia “Patty” Baron (Henry); grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Cody Hansen (Christine, Cole, Cohen), Crystal Janzen (Wendell, Evan, Colby), Amber Labelle (Chris), Justin Osburne (Nicole, Bradley), April Partington, Sarah Maunder (Darrel, Emmit, Aiden), Derek Osburne (Jackson, Landon), As well as many extended family and friends.
Lorraine was born January 10, 1942 to parents Thomas Earl and Eleanor Murray and raised in Hudson Bay Saskatchewan along with her big brother Gary. She worked in Winnipeg and then in Melfort as a health care aid, where she met and married Harry Degerness. Together they had four daughters, Shelly, Shannon, Sheryl and Patty and called Delia home.
In 1986, Harry passed away and Lorraine went to work in Drumheller. She later met and married Arnold Jorgensen and our family grew by five. Together they have worked hard, danced beautifully, crafted, camped, travelled and created 30 years of treasured memories with many family and friends.
Lorraine will be remembered for her compassion, candor, tenacity, sincerity and nurturing. Her love of family and friends, her strong faith and her willingness to be of service to others made her a very special lady.
To her daughters she would say “I am not perfect.”….and that maybe so. However, in retrospect we know, “She was perfect for us.”
At Lorraine’s request there will be no service. Cremation has taken place. We would like to thank those who assisted Lorraine these past few months for their loving kindness. All were truly appreciated by mom and Arnold.
If friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to The Salvation Army, P.O. Box 3097 Drumheller, Alberta, T0J 0Y0.
Messages:
Shannon and Lance, We are so very sorry for your loss. Your mom was an amazing women. Heaven has gained another angel, one that will liven up the party with her sense of humour and big smile. May you find comfort in your memories of you mom to get you through this difficult time. Love & God Bless Tyler, Melisa, Brielle & Brinlyn
Hi Shannon❤️ I’m so sorry to hear your dear Mom has passed away. I think of her with fondness. I recall the camping at Smithfield. She was lots of fun. A hug to Lance. My best to your sisters.
Love you soo much grandma you be missed so much and thanks for being you.
Garry and Lorraine, my very best life friends
Tony and I would like to send Sincere Condolences to all the Family. Arnold you and Lorraine were a great couple, wzgmay her memory carry you though.Patty and Amber our special thoughts are with you at this time. Hugs from the Hills!