Obituary of Lorna Kroetsch

Lorna Margaret Kroetsch, beloved mother, grandmother (chocolate bar grandma) sister, aunt and friend, passed away peacefully June 23, 2014 after she courageously struggled to regain health after a tragic fall at the age of 80. Lorna was born February 18, 1934 in Daysland to Odelia (nee Messner) and Andrew Sommer. She received her schooling in Heisler, where she also met and married her one love Goar Kroetsch on April 13, 1955. To this union five children were born. Lorna was always a hard worker. She worked a few jobs as a hired hand in homes before marrying. After marrying Lorna's main priority was her family. Once the children were somewhat grown, she worked in retail at "Little Peoples and Reitmans". Lorna gladly retired in 1992 at the age of 58. Her passion and extra time were all for her grandchildren and children. She truly loved gardening, her flowers were her joy. Lorna was always good at putting others first and secretly helping out when others were in need. She enjoyed visiting friends and getting into a good card game and yes at times the casino. Lorna had a special spunk to her and always enjoyed a good laugh. She was loved by many. Lorna leaves to mourn her loving children Brian (Laurette) of Nanaimo B.C.; Kim of Calgary; Wade (Kenni) of Calgary; Lori of Calgary and Holly (Jay) Adams of Camrose: five grandchildren Cory and Michael Kroetsch, Justin and Jared Adams, Holly Kroetsch: two sisters Fern Sommer of Camrose and Donna Sommer of Edmonton: sisters-in-law: and numerous nieces, nephews: and friends. Lorna was predeceased by her husband: parents: four brothers Robert, Gordon, Lionel and Warren: one sister Helen: three grandchildren Aaron, Matthew, and Megan Adams. A Mass of the Resurrection was held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, June 27, 2014 from St. Martin's Roman Catholic Church, Heisler, with Rev. Leon Kler as celebrant. Inurnment will take place at a later date. If family and friends so desire, memorial contributions are gratefully accepted to St. Mary's or Daysland Hospital Palliative Care.