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Lorraine Pashnik

September 24, 1934 — September 25, 2023

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Visitation

St. Edith Catholic Church

Saturday, September 30, 2023

9:30 - 10:30 am (Eastern time)

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Funeral Service

St. Edith Catholic Church

Saturday, September 30, 2023

Starts at 10:30 am (Eastern time)

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Graveside Service

White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery

Monday, October 2, 2023

Starts at 10:00 am (Eastern time)

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Lorraine Pashnik

Lorraine Pashnik (née Jewell) passed away on September 25, 2023 in Livonia, Michigan. She was born to her parents, Stanley and Sophie (Sudnik) Jewell on September 24, 1934, in Hamtramck, Michigan.

She grew up in Madison Heights, raised their family in Royal Oak and retired in Plymouth, Michigan. She was a remarkable woman who lived a full and meaningful life.

Lorraine's family played an integral role in her life. She is preceded in death by the love of her life, Leo Pashnik and shared 54 beautiful years of marriage with him. Lorraine is survived by her loving children Linda (Rob) Torrey, Richard (Susan) Pashnik, Lori Pashnik and Nancy Pashnik (Patrick Cullen). She was also blessed with her grandchildren, Jacqueline (Scott) Young, Jeffrey Torrey, Amanda (Evan) Zambetis, Erik (Megan) Pashnik, Madeline Pashnik, Lisa Pashnik, Maura Cullen, May Cullen, six great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.

Lorraine is survived by her loving sister, Carol Tomasi, brother Gerald (Paulette) Jewell, and sister-in-law Janet Jewell. She is preceded in death by her sister Virginia (Jairl) Butler, brothers Robert and Stanley, and brother-in-law Silla Tomasi.

Lorraine dedicated herself first and foremost to her family. She was an admired Girl Scout leader, Room Mother, President of the PTA, founder and editor of the elementary school paper, lunch mom and took it upon herself to serve hot chocolate to the safety patrol boys on cold winter mornings before class.

As her children grew older, Lorraine took her leadership skills onto Julian Brothers as a Manager for 14 years. Her commitment and hard work made her an invaluable asset to the company.

Outside of work, she cherished the tradition of Sunday family dinners. These gatherings were essential to her as they provided an opportunity for loved ones to come together and share joyous moments around the dinner table.

Additionally, Lorraine took pleasure in being an avid walker. Moreover, Lorraine possessed exceptional culinary skills, even though she humbly believed otherwise. Her loved ones will always remember the delicious meals she prepared with love and care.

Lorraine's memory will continue to live on through the hearts and minds of her family and friends. She will forever be remembered as a loving wife, devoted mother, doting grandmother, and cherished friend. Her warm smile, big heart, and unstoppable nature touched the lives of all who had the privilege of knowing her. May her soul rest in eternal peace.

The groundbreaking research, life-changing programs and community outreach efforts of the Parkinson's Foundation was near and dear to Lorraine's heart. She was a longtime supporter of the advances in research toward a cure. To those who wish to honor the life and memory of Lorraine, the family invites you to make contributions to the Parkinson's Foundation by mail to Parkinson's Foundation, 1359 Broadway, Suite 1509, New York, New York 10018 or contributions may be made online at the link below. Contribution envelopes will also be available at the visitation.

Friends may visit on Saturday, September 30, 2023 beginning at 9:30 A.M. until the start of the Funeral Service beginning at 10:30 A.M. at St. Edith Catholic Church, 15080 Newburgh Road, Livonia, Michigan.

Lorraine will be laid to rest at White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery in Troy, Michigan on Monday, October 2, 2023 with a graveside service at 10:00 A.M.

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