Bertha Lorenzen (nee Newport)
August 8, 1928 to August 9, 2023
Obituary
Passed away on Wednesday, August 9th, 2023, Bertha Lorenzen (nee Newport), surrounded by the love of her family, at the age of 95.
Predeceased by her husband Evelly B. Lorenzen (January 1979).
Much beloved and dearly missed by her children Jo-Ann Kelly (Brian), Elizabeth Noftall (Frank) and Bill Lorenzen (Diane); her grandchildren Greg Kelly (Jodi), Janice Moore (Rob), Mark Noftall, Luke Noftall, Steve Lorenzen (Samantha) and Jeff Lorenzen (Megan); her great grandchildren William, Charlotte and Andrew Moore, Piper and Tommi Noftall, Beckham and Bennett Lorenzen and Blair Lorenzen. Also left with fond and loving memories are her Halifax family: the children and grandchildren of her dear sister Edith Gilbert.
We wish to express our deep appreciation to the staff of Lane’s Retirement Living for their excellent care and support, her many friends at the Caribou Legion Manor in Pleasantville as well as Katie of Carnell’s Funeral Home for her compassionate assistance. Special thanks to the wonderful 4SA staff at the HSC for their incredible care and kindness.
At her request, cremation has taken place and a celebration of her life will be planned for a later date in Glovertown.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Epilepsy Newfoundland and Labrador, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, Faith United Church in Glovertown or to a charity of your choice.
I am so saddened to hear of your passing. I grew up in Traytown and remember you with fond memories. My condolences to the family. May your Mom rest in peace.
Bill, Diane, & Lorenzen family: I was saddened to learn of your mom’s passing. She was a beautiful lady who graciously welcomed me into her Traytown home to stay during winter months of my first year teaching in Glovertown. I fondly remember her wonderful smile, warm hugs, delicious meals and our evening chats. She will forever remain in our hearts & memories. My condolences to you all.
Mydears, Jo-Ann, Bill and Elizabeth and all the families…
Our deep and sincere condolences to you on the passing of your beautiful Mother!
How much we enjoyed her when we went to visit her in Traytown, and my visit to her in St. John’s. In later years.
She was a treasure, and we loved her…as you all did! What a wonderful personality she had!!..RIP, dearBertie…
Bill, Jo-Ann ,Elizabeth & family,
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing.I have a lot of wonderful memories starting from the first time I saw her in Garnish and my first visit at Terra Nova National Park.And in later years her trips to the Bakeapple Festival and our chats.
Always that delightful smile when she saw us. Our condolences and love to all your family.
Bruce & Theresa Grandy
Bill and the Lorensen Family,
Sincere condolences on the passing of your mother.
Keep your memories close as they are the timeless treasures of our hearts. Sincerely, Hal & Trixie
To Bertie’s family,
I was so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. I remember her well both from Traytown/Glovertown and seeing her a few times at Caribou Manor. Sending sincere condolences to all who loved her. Cherish your wonderful memories.
Bill and Family, so sorry to hear about your Mother. I remember meeting Bertie in Traytown when we were out in Culls Harbour. Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family.
Jo-Ann
I was so sorry to learn of your Mother’s passing.She was such a lovely lady. On her walks around CLM,
she would always stop and have a little chat. I will fondly remember her warm smile and kind words.
Thinking of you and your family at this time.
Jo-Ann
Please accept my deepest condoences to you and your family on your mother’s passing, My mom and her were neighbors at the Caribou Legion Manor for years until my mom passed away 3 years ago. She was a “special” lady, and I will miss her. May she rest in peace.
Jo-Ann – Deepest condolences to your family at this sad time. Your mother was a lovely lady. and I will always remember her fondly. This is sad for your family even though she lived a long and happy life, you’re going to miss her. She’ll be with your dad waiting for the rest of you and reuniting with her dear sister. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
My deepest condolences to Bill and his family. There is a special place in heaven for mothers. God bless.
Jo-Ann
We send our condolences to you and Brian and
your family on your mother’s passing.
Bill, Diane and family. Our sincere condolences in the passing of your mom. May she rest in peace.
Elizabeth, condolences to you & your family on the loss of your mom.
Barbara James & Murray Brown 💜xo
So, so sorry to learn of Bertha’s passing. We have only known her for a short time, but quickly learned what a beautiful lady she was. When we commented how cold her hands were, her response was always the same “cold hands, warm heart my dear”. Sending condolences to all her loved ones. Cherish your beautiful memories. May she rest in peace.