"Dear Uncle Tony, Joyce, Denny and family. We were so glad to have had our recent visit with you and Aunt Lorraine, once again,as always we enjoyed many memories and stories from the two of you. We dearly love you both and you were always one of best reasons for coming back to visit the area. Aunt Lorraine will be dearly missed but leaves us with very fond memories."
In loving memory of
Lorraine L. Kopf
August 9, 1925 - May 13, 2010
LORRAINE L. KOPF MUSCATINE, Iowa - Lorraine L. Kopf, 84, of Muscatine, died Thursday, May 13, 2010, at Windmill Manor, Coralville. Funeral Service will be 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 18, 2010, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home. Reverend Mary Howell of the New Hope United Methodist Church will officiate. Burial will take place in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Monday, May 17, 2010, at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Lorraine was born on August 9, 1925, in Muscatine, the daughter of John and Laura Dusenberry Hubble. She married Mearl Tony Kopf on August 13, 1943, in Iowa City. She graduated from Muscatine High School, class of 1943. She received a full scholarship to the University of Iowa but decided to get married instead. She retired in 1982 from the lab at Grain Processing Corporation after 32 years of employment. She was a member of New Hope United Methodist Church. She enjoyed crocheting, politics, and her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Those left to honor her memory include her husband, Mearl Tony Kopf of Muscatine; one son, Dennis Kopf and wife, Ann, of Cedar Rapids; one daughter, Joyce Ann Andrew and husband, Philip, of Iowa City; four grandchildren, Olivia Zach and husband, John, Simon Andrew and wife, Lindsey, Aaron Kovan and wife, Nikki, and Benjamin Kopf and wife, Melissa; six great-grandchildren; one brother, Richard Hubble and wife, Barbara, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota; and one sister, Evelyn Heden of Venice, Florida. She was preceded in death by his parents; one sister, Wilma Kindler; and one brother, Clyde Hubble.
Tributes
"Dear Uncle Tony, Denny & Joyce Mom, Kathy, and I were saddened by Aunt Lorraine's passing and extend our deepest sympathies. We have had time to reflect on the fondest memories of Lorraine and share them with John, David, and Kelly. Remembering her loving spirit, her tremendous sense of humor, and her passion for her family have been an inspiration to all of us. I have fond memories of all the Christmas and 4th of July gatherings with her. I always chuckle at the interchanges between Lorraine and you Uncle Tony. These usually ended up with an "Oh, Tony" and you turning to us with that little smile and glint in your eye. You brought out the best in each other. Lorraine has now reached her peace with our Lord and he sustains and comforts all of us at her passing. We will be supported by our memories, her values and her spirit which will live with us forever."
"Dear Uncle Tony, Joyce, Dennis and families. Susan and I are deeply grieved to learn of Aunt Lorraine's passing. We are also deeply distaught that we are unable to be with you at Tuesday's service. This form seems so impersonal, but I have tried to place several calls to speak personally with Uncle Tony, but without success. I would very much like to do so if possible. I can be reached at 814/763-6438 or decswlk@msn.com. A floral arrangement will be at the visitation and I hope the service. I am in tears as I write this as Aunt Lorraine meant so much to me as we shared the same August 9 birthdate (which she never allowed me to forget). I will always cherish our annual birthday greetings and family updates. My memories of Aunt Lorraine and Uncle Tony will remain with me forever. God Bless You. Bill "
"Dear Uncle Tony and family, We are sadden to hear of the passing of Aunt Lorraine. My brothers and I always looked forward to family get togethers or running into each other at Grandma and Grandpa's house. We loved the story telling and the bantering between Uncle Tony and Aunt Lorraine. Although we will not be able to make it back to Muscatine, please accept our condolences and be assured our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Mack & Connie Hubble"
"Dear Uncle Tony and Joyce & Dennis & families. We are so saddened to learn of Aunt Lorraine's passing away. We have many fond memories of her. I remember well the exciting Christmas family gatherings -- which would not be complete without Aunt Lorraine grabbing us little kids and giving us big hugs and kisses under the mistletoe. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Jon & Gloria Hubble"
"I absolutely loved talking with Lorraine on Saturday mornings. I really enjoyed her company. She always had such interesting stories, wonderful old memories to share, and lots of news to tell. Of course she always talked about her children, grandkids and great grandkids. She loved her family! She adored Tony and it was nice to see how he took such good care of her. She became a very good friend to me and I'm so glad I got to know her. She will deeply be missed."