LORNA ELAINE VEALE

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LORNA ELAINE VEALE

Lorna Elaine Veale passed away peacefully Monday, February 26, 2024 at the Neepawa & District Hospital at the age of 96.

Lorna was born January 8, 1928 in Brandon, MB to Gordon and Eva Eamer. She was the eldest of three daughters. Lorna and her family lived in Souris, Brandon, Neepawa, Winnipeg and settled back in Brandon. In 1947 Lorna married Jack Veale from Neepawa and made Neepawa her home. They had two daughters, Stacey and Shannon.

When she moved to Neepawa she started to work at the Bank of Montreal. This turned into a 28 year long career. During this time she made many lasting friendships with co-workers and customers. During their retirement years, Lorna and Jack enjoyed travelling, curling and spending time with family and friends.

Lorna was predeceased by her parents, Gordon and Eva Eamer, beloved husband Jack Veale in 2014, daughters, Stacey in 2017, Shannon in 1962, mother-in-law Esther Crabbe, sister Irma Truelove and brother-in-laws, Al Truelove and Roy Graziano. She is survived by sister Marie Graziano of Surrey, BC along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Lorna’s memory will forever be cherished and remembered by her sister Marie Graziano, grandchilden, Cheryl (Darren) Ernest, Kerri (Shane) Williams and Kevin Brown, great-grandchildren, Neil (Olga) Ernest, Michelle (Jeff) Ernest and Jennifer Williams and great-great-grandchildren, Blake Ernest and Luke Ernest all held a special place in Lorna’s heart. She always enjoyed a visit or phone call from her grandchildren.

Lorna lived independently until her 90th year. She then moved into Country Meadows Personal Care Home where she enjoyed the company of the residents and workers.

Lorna’s family is grateful for the kindness and care she received while a resident at Country Meadows and would like to thank all the staff.

A private family interment in Neepawa will be held at a later date.

As published in Brandon Sun on Mar 30, 2024, Mar 30, 2024