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Lorna McFall (nee Shane)

1937 – 2025

 

 

 

 

Visiting Hours: 

October 18, 2025
from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Visiting Location:

Lamarre & Son Funeral Home
Alfred, Ontario

Celebration:

October 18, 2025
at 12 p.m.
Our Lady of Divine Love Church
Pendleton, Ontario

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beautiful Mother, Lorna McFall, (nee Shane) on October 2, 2025, at the age of 88.  She passed peacefully, surrounded by her loving children, sisters and brothers.

Beloved wife of the late George McFall and cherished oldest daughter to the late Lionel and the late Isabel Shane.  Lorna will be deeply missed by her children, Gloria Nobles of Ottawa, Laura Lee (Doug Cowan) of Vankleek Hill and Shane (Laura Lee Harrison) of Pendleton.

Lorna was a loving grandmother to Christina (Yves), Tyler (Amanda), Jenna (Allen) and Brenna.  She was a proud great-grandmother to seven great-grandchildren.

Cherished sister to Joyce Brownrigg (late Roger Leduc), Gail Pankow (Jim), Dale Shane (Diane), Helen McWilliams (James), Bonnie Rivington (Norm), Kerry Shane (Koreen) and Colleen Hayes (Willard) and will be fondly remembered by many nieces, nephews and friends.  She will be deeply missed by her dear friend and companion, Alloyus McPhee.

Lorna was a devoted member of Our Lady of Divine Love Church in Pendleton, where she volunteered and participated actively in the parish community.  Her kindness, generosity, and unwavering faith touched the lives of all who knew her.

Family and friends may call at Lamarre & Son Funeral Home, 453 St. Philippe Street, Alfred, Ontario, (613) 679-2802, on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.  Eucharistic Celebration to be held the same day at 12 p.m. at Our Lady of Divine Love Church, Pendleton.  Interment Parish Cemetery.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt thanks to the Doctors, Nurses, and Palliative Care Team at the Monfort Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion.

For those wishing donations to the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation, 40 Ruskin Street, Room H2408, Ottawa, ON K1W 4W7 or www.foundation.ottawaheart.ca/give/, would be appreciated.

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    • Ada Shane Theoret Posted 2026-05-07 2:50 pm

      I have just seen Lorna’s obituary.My deepest sympathy to all the McFall and Shane families.May she rest in peace.

    • Johann L’ÉCUYER Posted 2025-11-08 11:52 pm

      Our heartfelt sympathies to the McFaul and Shane families.

    • Lynda Heinsma Posted 2025-10-26 12:33 pm

      So sorry to read that Lorna has passed away. Unfortunately, we were in Nova Scotia at this time. She and George were 2 of my favourite people when I was doing home care. Just imagine we continued to remain friends for 25 years. Our sympathy to the family.

    • Bev Seguin Posted 2025-10-18 9:58 am

      To Shane, Gloria and Laura Lee , My sincere condolences for your mom’s passing. Keep your fond memories of her close .

    • Amanda Carr Posted 2025-10-18 8:49 am

      My sincere condolences, Colleen, to you and your family.

    • Ada Marie Stewart Posted 2025-10-18 5:39 am

      Lorna was certainly a lovely lady and will be missed. Bob and I send our condolences to all of Lorna’s family.

    • Linda Kinsella Posted 2025-10-17 7:50 am

      Deepest sympathies to the families. Gone but never forgotten.

    • Nicole and Nancy McAllister Posted 2025-10-15 8:29 pm

      We are so saddened to hear of Lorna’s passing.
      Our deepest sympathies to to the McFall
      and Shane families. May she rest in peace.

    • Dolores Sauvé Posted 2025-10-15 12:46 pm

      My deepest condolences to Lorna’ family.
      Remember the good times!
      Dolores

    • Harvey and Lorraine Fauser Posted 2025-10-13 4:18 pm

      Our deepest sympathy to Gloria, Laura Lee, Shane and the M’Fall and Shane families on the loss of dear Lorna. She was a beautiful lady who was greatly loved by everyone and will be sadly missed. Rest in Peace Lorna.

    • Geraldine and Richard Maisonneuve Posted 2025-10-13 3:50 pm

      Our deepest condolences .

    • Victor and Lorraine McKinley Posted 2025-10-13 10:44 am

      So. sorry to hear about Lorna’s passing. Our thought s and prayers are with you all. Nave courage.

    • Carol Senos Posted 2025-10-12 3:09 pm

      My deepest condolences to Lorna’s wonderful family. May the many special memories of her bring you all comfort and peace. Lorna will be very missed.

    • Monica Clark Posted 2025-10-10 7:04 pm

      To Helen, Gail, Dale , and the entire Shane and McFall Family, my deepest sympathy and wishing you peace as you mourn the loss of dear Lorna. She will be missed by so many.

    • Marie Pageau Handfield Posted 2025-10-10 2:36 pm

      To the McFall family, especially Laura-Lee, Doug and family, I wish to offer my deepest condolences. May all the good times spent with your wonderful Mom bring you courage and strength.

    • Stefanie Speranza & Tom McLay Posted 2025-10-10 7:17 am

      Our sincere condolences to all on Lorna’s passing. May your memories of her provide you comfort during this difficult time.

    • Sharon Blaney Posted 2025-10-10 12:00 am

      Gloria, Laura Lee, Shane and families. Please accept my deepest condolences. She was such a kind and gentle lady. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

    • Raymond & Sandra (Scott) Lamarche Posted 2025-10-09 6:23 pm

      Our deepest sympathy to dear Gloria and Laura Lee and Shane and too all the McFall and Shane family. ❤️. Our thoughts are with you all.

    • Peggy Brownrigg Posted 2025-10-09 5:56 pm

      Shane,Brenna and extended families.
      My condolences for the loss of Lorna. She was a lovely and kind lady.
      She will be forever remembered in your hearts.

    • Gerald & Margo Ryan Posted 2025-10-09 12:35 pm

      Sincere condolences to the McFall and the Shane families. She will be missed by many. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult period.

    • Lynne Mulvihill Posted 2025-10-09 9:50 am

      Wishing the family comfort and peace to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart ♥️

    • Carole & Howie Brownrigg Posted 2025-10-09 9:14 am

      Our thoughts snd prayers are very much with you Joyce and all your family during this difficult time. Beautiful photo of Lorna and of all of you sisters at the cottage this summer. May you all find comfort in the memories of her and the love you shared. May Lorna rest in peace and watch over all of you.

    • Gilles & Francine Lamarre Posted 2025-10-09 8:48 am

      Sincere condolences to the McFall and Shane families. Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult period. May she rest in peace.

    • Patricia Brown Posted 2025-10-08 7:13 pm

      Lorna was a beautiful lady inside and out. RIP dear lady.

    • Kimberley Allen-McGill Posted 2025-10-08 2:10 pm

      Offering my deepest sympathies to all of Lorna’s family during this sad time. Such a beautiful lady! I enjoyed chatting with her whenever our paths crossed. May she rest peacefully.

    • RIchard et Nicole Houle Posted 2025-10-08 1:49 pm

      Our deepest condolences to the family.

    • Suzanne Marion Posted 2025-10-08 8:57 am

      Please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your mom- LauraLee, Gloria and Shane. She will be greatly missed by you all and your families- may your cherished memories fill your hearts and ease your pain. Sending love to you all. Xo

    • Diane Binmore Posted 2025-10-08 8:55 am

      Thinking of you Laura Lee . My sympathy to you and your family.

    • Susan Peeke Posted 2025-10-08 7:53 am

      My sincere condolences to the McFall and Shane families. Lorna will be deeply missed, she was a wonderful lady.

    • Lise & Léo Boudreau Posted 2025-10-08 6:38 am

      Our deepest sympathies to all.

    • Peter Dixon Posted 2025-10-08 6:23 am

      Condolences to you all. She was a lovely person.

    • Wanda McCumber Posted 2025-10-07 10:17 pm

      My deepest condolences to the McFall and Shane families.

      Sending you all peace and love as you grieve the loss of your cherished Lorna.
      Knowing the close bond you all shared I hope the many happy memories bring comfort to you during this sad time.”

    • Roger Brasseur Posted 2025-10-07 9:35 pm

      Please accept my heartfelt condolences, may she rest in peace.

    • Dean & Shirley Benson Posted 2025-10-07 9:27 pm

      Our condolences to the McFall and Shane families.

    • Serge et Lucie Chenier Posted 2025-10-07 8:20 pm

      All of our direct sympathies tot the familly

    • Nadine Pastor Posted 2025-10-07 7:35 pm

      My sympathy to you Gloria, Laura Lee , Shane Shane and your families. It’s hard to believe I won’t get to see to next time I come down.

    • Lynn Larabie Posted 2025-10-07 6:10 pm

      My deepest condolences to Lorna’s family. She was a wonderful and beautiful lady. Always had a beautiful smile and a kind word to say to everyone she came in contact with. She will be greatly missed. Rest in peace Lorna, in the arms of our Savior. ❤️

    • Hubert and Lorraine Théoret Posted 2025-10-07 6:03 pm

      Our heartfelt sympathies to the McFaul and Shane families.

    • Roxanne and Robert Tessier Posted 2025-10-07 4:37 pm

      Our deepest sympathies to the McFall and Shane families. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

    • Arlene Benson Posted 2025-10-07 4:21 pm

      Condolences, to the McFall and Shane families, Lorna will be missed by all who knew her, especially her smile. It will be the little things that you will remember, the quiet moments, the smiles, the laughter. And although it may seem hard right now, it will be the memories of these little things that I hope will help to push away the pain and bring the smiles back again.

    • Sharon Benson Posted 2025-10-07 4:18 pm

      Lorna was a sweet lady and cherished by many. My sincere condolences to the Shane families, loved ones, and friends.

    • Kathy and Carl Rodger Posted 2025-10-07 2:12 pm

      Our sympathies

    • Paul Brasseur and Sylvie Labelle Posted 2025-10-07 1:58 pm

      We were deeply saddened to hear of Lorna’s passing. She was a remarkable woman whose warmth and generosity touched everyone around her. Sincere condolences to her family and friends.

    • Billy & Meryl Fletcher Posted 2025-10-07 1:46 pm

      Gloria, Laura-Lee, Shane & Your Families; our most sincere condolences for the loss of your beautiful Mother.

    • Suzanne and Alain Posted 2025-10-07 12:58 pm

      Our sincere condolences to Gloria, Laura Lee, Shane and families. Sympathies to Alloyus as well. RIP Lorna. You will be missed.. Such a beautiful person and a great neighbour.

    • Heather Benson gagne Posted 2025-10-07 12:35 pm

      Our deepest sympathy to all. Such a beautiful lady.

    • Christine Shane Posted 2025-10-07 12:04 pm

      My deepest condolences to all of the Shane families and friends. I will always remember Lorna as a very caring lady with a great welcoming smile. Rest in peace Lorna.

    • James Brian McKinley Posted 2025-10-07 11:32 am

      My sympathy to all the Shane and McFall families in your loss of a loved one, May she rest in piece ,

    • Laurier & Diane Houle Posted 2025-10-07 11:25 am

      Sincere condolences to the families!

    • Bernice Benson Posted 2025-10-07 9:51 am

      To all members of Lorna’s immediate & extended family.. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy at this sad time.
      May many happy memories help to sustain you in the weeks & months to come.
      Sincerely and with much sorrow for your loss
      Bernice Benson & family