Hazel (Lorraine) Keating nee Burry
July 16, 1921 to December 18, 2020
Obituary
Predeceased by: Sisters Mary Bingham (ON) and Genevieve Dennis (ON) and parents Benjamin and Bertha (Collins) Burry NL. Leaving to mourn: Son, Ron (Joan 2018) Keating NL. Grandsons: Graham (Florence) BC, Stephen (Connie) ON, and Ron Jr NL. Granddaughters: Marsha (Paul) Ridgway NL and Edwina (Ken) Bennett ON. Many Great Grandchildren and 3 Great, Great Grandchildren.
Lorraine grew up in St. John’s living with her mother, sisters and grandparents (Collins) in a boarding house on Brazil’s Square. Lorraine worked as a book keeper and executive secretary for many years retiring in 1983. She enjoyed bowling and cards with her long-time friends, doting on her grand-children and great grand-children. Lorraine had a good sense of humour and loved to tell stories many of which were about the times with family, friends and the many boarders that came and went at Brazil’s Square.
The family thanks the staff at Chancellor Park Long Term Care for the wonderful care they provided her during her 3 years residence. Arrangements being taken care of through Carnell’s Funeral Home.
Our deep sympathy for the loss of your mother. We have fond memories of her when she was our father’s secretary.
So very sorry for the loss of your mom. My thoughts are with you and your family.
Janet
So sorry for your loss Ron..
Ron & family, so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Eric & Jean
Ron and Family
Please accept my sincerest condolences on the passing of your dear Mom Hazel
My memories of her as a neighbor on Brazil Square are great and my recollection of visiting her a few years ago brought back some very special memories . She will be in my prayers
Axel and Kay Sorensen
Ron and family, so sorry to hear of Mrs. Keating’s passing.. She was always “Mrs. Keating” to us when we were together at family functions. She will always be fondly remembered by us. Condolences to you and all the family.
Ron and family, my condolences on the passing of Mrs. Keating.. I only met her a couple of times with Joan (whom I miss dearly) and she did love to travel with you.
Ron, so sorry to hear the news about your mother. May you have comfort in knowing that you have family and friends who share your sorrow. Derrick and Donna Hutchens
Ron & Family:
So sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing, have lots of great memories of her and Aunt Bertha visiting us when we moved into St.. John’s from Greenspond, later years our telephone conversations reminiscing about family,
Extending Deepest Sympathy to you and all your family.
Ron, your mom was always Lolly to me. I have a lot of fond memories of her and your grandmother, Aunt Bertha at number 7 Brazil sq. Please accept my deepest condolences!
Lorraine is remembered with much affection and gratitude by the members of George Street United Church Women, especially those of us who worked with her in Unit Two – before the Units merged into one group.. For many years she was Treasurer of Unit 2 and in 1993 was honoured with Life Membership in recognition of her years of service. Prayers and thoughts are with you. Sincere condolences to Ron and Family. from the Members of George Street UCW.
Pauline Murrin (President)
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Sorry for your loss Ron. I remember Hazel from Brazil Square. Take care.
Annie & I send our sincere condolences to the Keating family on Lorraine’s passing.