Lorna Grace Doehle
Lorna peacefully passed away on October 25, surrounded by her loving family. Throughout her life, she touched the lives of many and leaves behind a wonderful legacy, lasting friendships and countless cherished memories.
In her 96 years, she embraced many adventures and faced her share of adversities. She first came to the Yukon in 1949 and made it her home for 20 years. Two husbands and five children later, she packed up her kids, cats and dog, and returned to her childhood home of Chilliwack, BC.
She soon embarked on a fulfilling career in Homecare, where she formed many lasting friendships with both her clients and coworkers. In 1986, the Yukon and her family beckoned her back, this time for good. She recently remarked, “I consider the Yukon my home now”.
Lorna had a deep compassion for people and animals alike. She listened without judgement and had a gift of making those around her feel accepted and understood. She was curious, courageous and open minded, with a sharp wit and unique sense of humour. Fiercely independent, she was a woman ahead of her time in many ways.
In her later years, Lorna came to appreciate and rely on the support of many special caregivers who became friends, through Homecare and the Thomson Centre. To witness her accepting help with such grace and gratitude was a reminder of her true strength.
Heartfelt thanks to Dr. Jamieson and all of you who supported Lorna in maintaining her independence for as long as possible, allowing her to remain ‘behind the wheel’ right to the very end. In Lorna’s own words, “Be good to yourself.”
She will live on in the hearts of her children, Paul (Rosalie), Jack (Sherri), Margo (Paul), Bill (Melody), Laurie (Gary), as well as her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
