1924
Lorraine
2012
Lorraine E. (Arell) Fleming
January 3, 1924 — September 11, 2012
HOLDEN/WORCESTER – Lorraine E. (Arell) Fleming, 88, died peacefully at her son’s home in the presence of her loving family on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 after an illness. Born in North Oxford and raised in Jefferson, Lorraine was the daughter of Louis and Lena (DeLude) Arell. She later resided in Worcester until returning to Holden recently.
She graduated from Holden High School and Worcester Girls Trade School of Nursing. She proudly served her country as a Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. Lorraine was a senior licensed practical nurse at Worcester State Hospital for 20 years, retiring in 1984. She was a member of the West Boylston VFW and the Marine Corps League Detachment 144 in Worcester. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Church in Worcester and later St. Mary Church in Jefferson.
She enjoyed camping with her family and was known for her blueberry cake and sharing its recipe which was passed down from previous generations. She will be remembered for her zest for life and willingness to surprise her family and friends with her uncensored sense of humor. She also loved her trips to Foxwoods Casino.
Her beloved husband of 59 years, James T. Fleming, Sr. passed away in 2006. She is survived and will be greatly missed by her two sons, Michael J. Fleming and his wife RoseAnn of Worcester and James T. Fleming, Jr. of Holden; a brother, Rene W. Arell of Jefferson; two sisters, Rita C. Nygard of Holden and Jeanette L. Morin of Leominster; five grandchildren, Michael, Christie, Jodi, Amanda and Thomas; two great-grandchildren, Courtney and Joshua; several nephews and nieces. A daughter, Elizabeth J. Miller and a brother, Richard Arell, predeceased her.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 13, at the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street (Rte. 122A), Holden. Funeral services for Lorraine will be held on Friday, September 14, at 9 a.m. from the funeral home with a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary Church, 114 Princeton Street, Jefferson. Burial will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park, 217 Richards Avenue (Rte. 56), Paxton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Why Me, 1152 Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA 01602. To share a memory or offer an on-line condolence, visit: www.milesfuneralhome.com
She graduated from Holden High School and Worcester Girls Trade School of Nursing. She proudly served her country as a Corporal in the U.S. Marine Corps during World War II. Lorraine was a senior licensed practical nurse at Worcester State Hospital for 20 years, retiring in 1984. She was a member of the West Boylston VFW and the Marine Corps League Detachment 144 in Worcester. She was a member of Our Lady of Fatima Church in Worcester and later St. Mary Church in Jefferson.
She enjoyed camping with her family and was known for her blueberry cake and sharing its recipe which was passed down from previous generations. She will be remembered for her zest for life and willingness to surprise her family and friends with her uncensored sense of humor. She also loved her trips to Foxwoods Casino.
Her beloved husband of 59 years, James T. Fleming, Sr. passed away in 2006. She is survived and will be greatly missed by her two sons, Michael J. Fleming and his wife RoseAnn of Worcester and James T. Fleming, Jr. of Holden; a brother, Rene W. Arell of Jefferson; two sisters, Rita C. Nygard of Holden and Jeanette L. Morin of Leominster; five grandchildren, Michael, Christie, Jodi, Amanda and Thomas; two great-grandchildren, Courtney and Joshua; several nephews and nieces. A daughter, Elizabeth J. Miller and a brother, Richard Arell, predeceased her.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 13, at the Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main Street (Rte. 122A), Holden. Funeral services for Lorraine will be held on Friday, September 14, at 9 a.m. from the funeral home with a 10 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial in St. Mary Church, 114 Princeton Street, Jefferson. Burial will follow in Worcester County Memorial Park, 217 Richards Avenue (Rte. 56), Paxton.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Why Me, 1152 Pleasant Street, Worcester, MA 01602. To share a memory or offer an on-line condolence, visit: www.milesfuneralhome.com
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