Lorna Ann Holmes, 94, passed away in her Wisconsin Rapids home July 28, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.

Lorna was born June 20,1929 in Decorah, Iowa to Lloyd & Cora Luren.

Graduated Eau Claire Senior High in 1947.

Married Francis Holmes in 1951,

They celebrated 65 anniversary's.

Survived by her five daughters Deborah (Ted) Duchac (Schofield, WI); Jacqueline (Charles) Leonardo (Camdenton, MO); Kimberly Cronkrite (Sean Schanes, Nekoosa, WI); Tammy (Steve) Gerzmehle (Wisconsin Rapids, WI); Stacey Holmes (Necedah, WI); 19 grandchildren and 26 great grandchildren.

An avid reader, sharing poems, quotes and sayings with those she loved. She continued reading her entire life.

Lorna loved and continued to sew, knit and crochet. It brought her great joy to give her finished projects to family, friends and many charity organizations.

She treasured spending time with her family, playing cards,bingo and dancing. She was the life of the party and the last to leave.

She enjoyed 12 special trips to Ireland with her husband Francis, family and friends.

Preceded in death by her husband Francis Holmes, mother Cora (Ray Elwood), father Lloyd Lauren, brother Harland Luren, sisters Vivian Larson and Marlyn King, 4 beloved grandsons, Jesse, Joshua, Christopher and Shawn.

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Family Recipe

1 Cup of forgiveness

a Gallon of loyalty

a Pinch of hope

a Spoonful of laughter

Endless Love

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Funeral services will be held Saturday August 19th, 10:00am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Nekoosa, Wis.

Celebration of life will be held at Jammers Bar and Grill, Wis. Rapids 1pm - 8pm.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time. Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS