Lorraine M. Komro, age 101 of Durand, died Friday, May 30, 2025 at the Plum City Care Center in Plum City.

Lorriane was born on March 20 1924 in Menomonie. She was the daughter of Stanley and Margaret (Brehm) Frazier. Lorraine graduated from Menomonie High School in 1942 and then entered the telephone communication world. In 1945 she took a job with Wis Bell Tel and then to Northwestern Bell company in St. Paul, and Minneapolis, MN. Lorraine worked in six different departments in the two cities. She was loan officer for the St. Paul Telephone Credit Union and a organizer for many benefits for Pioneer Communications of America and was a life member. Lorraine retired in 1977 after 32 years of service. In 1978, she moved to Durand, where she married her husband William. Lorraine was a life member of Altar Society at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Lima. She enjoyed working in the flower garden, cooking and baking, but was happiest when she was with her family and friends. Lorraine was a very strong Packers fan.

Lorraine is survived by her son, Robert (Roberta) of Stone Lake; step-daughter, Patricia (Bruce) Prissel of Eau Claire; step-sons, Jack (Carole) Komro of Eau Claire; Bill (Pat) Komro of Eau Claire; James (Millie) Komro of Indianapolis, IN and Donald (Joe) Komro of Golden Valley, MN; 36 grandchildren, 72 great grandchildren, sisters, Barbara Stene of Oakdale, MN and Nancy (Bill) Horwitz of North Carolina; brother, Gerald Woodward of Phoenix, AZ; many other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband, William, sisters, Patrica (Jack) Crossman; Val (Howard) Trickey; brother, Antone Frazier, brother-in-law, Al Stene; step-father, Manley Woodward, step-daughters, Dorothy (Bill) Forsythe; Cindy (Mike) Peterson; step-sons, Jerold (Irma) Komro; Richard Komro;

Graveside Services will be 3:00PM Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Holy Rosary Catholic Cemetery-Lima in Durand. A Celebration of Life will be held from 3:30PM-5:00PM at the Orton Room at the Corral Bar & Grill in Durand.

Memorials are preferred to Holy Rosary Catholic Church.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

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1. Nadine Schuh June 27, 2025, at 1:14pm

   Aunt Lorraine always offered me a snack when I would stop. If I declined it was always, '' Well, at least have something to drink." After she broke her hip I enjoyed helping her with her meds and bathing and just talking. :) This saying helped me when my parents and sister and brother died. '' When our loved ones leave to go on a long trip we sadly say, '' goodbye '' BUT on the other end they are greeted with, '' HELLO, So Glad to see you, WELCOME HOME'' !!!!!

2. Lisa Stene Fish June 24, 2025, at 4:01pm

   I always enjoyed going to Durand to visit my Aunt Lorraine and Uncle Bill. She always looked so beautiful while she cooked and entertained. My parents also enjoyed some really good times with them. Her sister, Barb Stene, who is in memory care cried when I told her of her sisters passing. All my love to you Bob and family!

3. Judy June 12, 2025, at 6:16pm

   In my previous jobs it was always a pleasure to assist Lorraine! We had some great chats. She was a very special lady. Thinking of her family!

4. Patti Blount June 11, 2025, at 1:35pm

   I'm sorry to hear about the passing of Lorraine. Sympathy to the family during this difficult time.

5. Gary & Judi Bauer June 10, 2025, at 10:51am

   RIP Dear Friend. You lived a long life of caring and giving. Being neighbors was awesome and the times we had together drinking coffee or wine ???? You became a second Mom to Gary and I. We are so happy we saw you the Sunday before you passed and so happy you were able to enjoy the Poppy Roll we brought to you. Will cherish forever our last visit with you. Heaven gained a special Angel ❤️

6. Kim Komro Donnelly June 7, 2025, at 10:57pm

   Rest in peace, Grandma Lorraine. Your memory will always be a blessing xo

7. Becky Forsythe June 7, 2025, at 10:19pm

   Sorry for your loss. Lorraine was a very warm person. Always with a smile & a welcoming personality. She will be missed

8. Tamara Zold (Prissel) June 7, 2025, at 2:50pm

   Sorry for your loss. I have a beautiful memory of the very special time we had last year when I took mom (Patricia) to celebrate Lorraine’s 100th birthday. She will be missed.

9. Michael Peterson June 5, 2025, at 7:55pm

   So sorry for your loss. Always enjoyed the smiles and visits. Rest in peace.❤️

10. Lori Hungate June 5, 2025, at 5:52pm

    May you rest in peace Grandma Lorraine ????
    Your warm smile, hospitality & generosity will remain in my heart !

11. Don Komro June 5, 2025, at 3:12pm

    Sorry for the loss! She always made us feel so welcome when we visited. Always a smile. Rest in peace, Lorraine and say hi to Dad!
    Love, Don and Joe

12. LuAnn S. Messer June 5, 2025, at 11:52am

    We are so sorry for the loss of Lorraine. She was a loving mother and grandmother and great grandmother! She took excellent care of Grandpa in his later years. We will try to make it to her Service on the 24th.
    With sympathy,
    LuAnn Messer ( (daughter of Dorothy(Komro) and Bill Forsythe)

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