Lochhead, Lorne

(September 24, 1939 – February 24, 2011)

 

Lorne Lochhead passed away on February 24, 2011, at the Strathmore Hospital, at the age of 71.  He is lovingly remembered by his wife Elaine, three sons Greg (Brenda), Ray, and Ken (Candace), sister Arlene Houston (Donald), and his grandchildren Austin, Kayla, Connor, Amaris, and Ariele and the ‘goober’ Lenox.  He was predeceased by mother Mini and father George, and brothers Murray, Hector, Eddy, Gord, and Bob. Lorne was born and raised on the family farm in Ridgeville, Manitoba. He has lived in Strathmore since 1978.  Lorne spent his retirement years fishing and camping in his motor home with his wife, and enjoyed sharing a few beers and jokes with friends.  At Lorne’s request, no funeral services will be held.  In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Canadian Cancer Society (#200, 325 Manning Road NE, Calgary T2E 2P5)  ~ Gone fishing.