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Loretta Lefave (née VanderZanden)

August 7, 2022

Surrounded by the love of her family, Loretta passed away at the Dearness Home early on the morning of Sunday, August 7, 2022. Welcomed into heaven by her late husband Bob (2017) and her eldest son George (2008). Also survived by George’s wife Marianne and their children Michael (Stephanie Dyck) and Chelsea Flemington (Jake), Patti Landry (Doug), Linda Schmalz (Wayne) and their children Brianna and Ryan, Mike (Laurie) and their children Robert and Michelle. Dearest great-grandmother to Leo Flemington. Loving sister to Liz Sokolik (Jerry), Diane MacIsaac and Linda Holgate (Tom). Loving sister-in-law to Ivy VanderZanden, Gerry Lefave (Joan) and Lorette Jackson.

Predeceased by her parents Louis and Adrienne VanderZanden, brother George, sisters Helen O’Connor (Terry) and Mary Nappa (Louis). Also predeceased by Gus MacIsaac, Georgine Jackson (Ron) and Jim Lefave. Survived by many nieces and nephews. Dearest friend to Terry and Joanne Austin and their children Kelly (Jordan) and Derek (Kerrie).

Visitation will be held on Friday, August 12, 2022 from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and 7:00-9:00 p.m. at Westview Funeral Chapel, 709 Wonderland Road North, London, where a service will follow on Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 10:30 a.m. Private family interment to take place. A livestream will be available for those who are unable to attend in person.

To register for the livestream, please click here: Registration page for Loretta’s service on Saturday, August 13, 2022 at 10:30 a.m.

The family would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Dr. George Kim and to our wonderful niece Chelsea for ensuring mom was able to pass peacefully. As well as to the Dearness Home, 4 West (Pinegrove), who provided wonderful care to mom in the last two years.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that those wishing to make a donation in memory of Loretta are asked to consider donating to the Dorchester Food Bank or the Dearness Home Auxiliary.

“If every tear we shed for you,
Became a star above,
You would stroll through angels’ garden,
Lit by everlasting love.”

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My condolences to the family. So sorry for your loss.

~ Tom Leeks

Linda and all the family, so sorry to know the news of the passing of your precious mother. I will remember her in my prayers. God Bless her.

~ Marg Sutton

Patti and Doug and family, our sincere condolences for your loss. Please know we are thinking of you.

~ Mike and Dianne Labute

A donation has been made to Dorchester Food Bank.

~ Cathy Podgorski

A donation has been made to Dearness Home Auxiliary. Message from the donator: With our sincere sympathy.

~ Elaine & Jim Tomlinson

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your Mom, and hope that all the great memories you each have of her, help you through your loss. Sincerely, Dianne and Mike Labute

~ Dianne and Mike Labute

A donation has been made to Dorchester Food Bank.

~ Herald & Susanna Krimmer

Our sincere sympathies to the Lafave family ! Such a great loss but will now be reunited with her love Bob! Bob will now be hearing the phrase “oh Bob “ as we all remember her saying ! Rest In Peace 🙏❤️

~ Gary and Anne Tanason

Sending my heartfelt condolences. Loretta will be missed dearly by all of us at the Dearness Home. It was such a honour getting to know and work with Loretta and her beautiful family. I will miss her and her family. Hugs to you all!

~ Jacquie Waldie

Patti & Doug Linda & Wayne, Mike & Laurie We are so sorry for your loss, we are thinking of you at this difficult time. She is now reunited with her beloved husband and son. Sending you all love and hugs. Kay and Rick

~ Kay & Rick Labrecque

A donation has been made to DORCHESTER FOOD BANK.

~ DOUG & BONNIE ANDERSON

So sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother, Sister. My prayers and condolences to the families.

~ Bob MacIsaac

Reading your mom’s obituary this morning brought me back to my seminarian days , when I was with Fr. Tom Lever and Fr. Larry Mousseau at Blessed Sacrament Parish, Windsor. That’s when I met your mom and dad and kept in contact for quite sometime. I lost contact upon my ordination in 1975 but did connect with your dad when he was in University Hospital, where I was chaplain. I was certain to meet one of you boys when you were renovating a Big V (Strathroy). Fond memories of the Lefave family going back many years! Please be assured of my prayers for the repose of your Mom’s soul and for all of you at this difficult time. May she enjoy her eternal reward in the company of her Heavenly Father, your Dad and George. Fr. Rick Janisse

~ Father Rick Janisse

A donation has been made to Dorchester Food Bank. Message from the donator: With heartfelt sympathy

~ Herb & Brenda Schlinderer

Dear Lefave family, so sorry to hear of Loretta's passing. Loretta and Bob were a special, gentle couple and I hope the thought of their heavenly reunion can somehow lighten your hearts. May your cherished memories keep you strong. Sending our sincere condolences along with love and hugs to all of you.

~ Cathy Podgorski and Rick Grenier

Our sincere condolences to Patti, Doug and family. May you take solace knowing your mom is at peace now.

~ Pat Tyne & John Regan

Our condolences to each of you. May the memories of Loretta's joy and happiness in family, friends, and life bring peace to your hearts in your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bob and Beth Reid

~ Bob and Beth Reid

My heartfelt condolences to Mike and his family. God be with family in these hard times. Heaven will have special place for Mrs. Loretta LeFave.

~ Ashray N Selani

So sorry to hear of the loss of aunt Loretta our thoughts are with the family during this time....

~ Paul Nappa and family

Lafave family, So sorry to hear about the loss of your mom and grandmother. She left you with lots of wonderful memories to cherish. How special for her to be welcomed into heaven by her husband and her son. What a reunion for them all. We are thinking of you and your family at this sad time.

~ Anne Marie Lansens

Services for Loretta Lefave (née VanderZanden)

Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario

August 12, 2022 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Visitation will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario

August 12, 2022 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

Funeral Service will be held at:
Westview Funeral Chapel
709 Wonderland Road North,
London, Ontario

August 13, 2022 10:30 am

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In lieu of flowers, the family asks that those wishing to make a donation in memory of Loretta are asked to consider donating to the Dorchester Food Bank (122 Queen St, Dorchester, Ontario  N0L 1G2) or the Dearness Home Auxiliary (710 Southdale Rd E, London, Ontario  N6E 1R8).

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