It is with sadness we announce the passing of Lorraine Jinkerson on February 2, 2026, just a few days before her 97th birthday.

Lorraine was predeceased by husband Roy in 2000, son Dave in 2009, and daughter Dianne in 2022; as well as her sister Lil (G.Roy) in 2004, and brother Bob (Joan) in 2013.  Lorraine is survived by her daughter Laurie (Gord), six grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren, as well at many nieces and nephew and their families.

Lorraine was born and grew up in White Rock, B.C.  After graduating from High School, Lorraine began work at B.C. Tel as a Telephone Operator.  She married Roy in 1950.  They settled in Burnaby where they raised three children, Dave (Moe), Dianne (Barry), and Laurie (Gord).

After her last child reached school age in 1964, Lorraine returned to the work part-time as a Switchboard Operator at Woodward’s Store in New Westminster.  She worked there 25 years.  After retirement, Lorraine volunteered her time helping others through The Senior’s Bureau in New Westminster.  She helped out by delivering Meals on Wheels and Grocery Shopping for Senior’s for over 15 years.

Lorraine loved to garden and freely shared her knowledge and plants with all who were interested.  She also had an amazing memory for facts and enjoyed the challenge of crossword puzzles.  She loved dogs and always had a constant companion by her side throughout her adult live.

Lorraine was a caring and thoughtful person, who always had a kind word for those she knew and met.  She was a generous soul and wanted to help others.

She will be greatly missed.  Mom, you are forever in our hearts.  We love you.

The Jinkerson Family