E. Lorraine Velie passed away Jan. 11 in Federal Way, Wash. The only daughter of George and Mabel Pilant, Lorraine was born July 5, 1912 in Colfax, Wash.

Lorraine attended Stadium High School and was active in many sports, including the rifle club. After getting married, Lorraine moved around the country several times but came back to the Federal Way area where her sons Stephen and Jay grew up. Lorraine worked at Seldon's in Tacoma for many years as a seamstress until she retired. Lorraine was a long time member of Steel Lake Presbyterian Church where she was very active in groups such as the Sew and Glean Club and The Birthday Lunch Brunch. She has also been a member of the choir, mentored children and served as a Deacon.

Lorraine was preceded in death by her parents and her brothers Eldred, Cletus, and George "Patee". She is survived by her sons Stephen Velie of Poulsbo and Jay Velie (Susan) of Federal Way; her grandchildren Stephanie (Dan), Sharon (Marty), Jessica (Dale) and Michael; and five great-grandchildren; Breanna, Taylor, Andrew, Brandon, and Ryan.

She will be greatly missed. We love you very much.

A memorial service was held Jan. 28 at Steel Lake Presbyterian Church.