Jessie Lorraine Cunningham
June 24, 1939 - November 29, 2025
Funeral Details: The funeral will be held at St James United Church (2230 Victoria St., Innisfil) Saturday December 13, 2025, Visitation: 2:00–3:00 p.m. and Service: 3:00 p.m.
Jessie Lorraine Cunningham, aged 86, passed away on November 29, 2025, in her Barrie, Ontario home.
Beloved wife of the late Charles Cunningham and loving mother to Sandra, Robert, Heather, and Brady, her grandchildren Jessica and Alexandra; and her great-grandchildren Briar and Holden. Lorraine is survived by her sister Doreen. She was also a loving stepmother to David, Jane, Richard, Susan, Shirley and their families.
Born on June 24, 1939, to Margaret and James Coutts in Barrie, Ontario. Lorraine dedicated over 40 years of service as a nurse at the Royal Victoria Hospital, where she touched countless lives with compassion and care.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Barrie Food Bank (www.barriefoodbank.org) or St. James United Church (www.stjamesunited.org).
Mair Greaves
Posted on: Sunday, December 7, 2025I was privileged to work with Lorraine in the 1980’s in the Operating Room at the Royal Victoria Hospital. She was an example of integrity and compassion to patients and staff in days when hours were long and the unexpected showed up on a moment’s notice. My life was greatly enhanced by the wonderful women and men I had the privilege of encountering. There are few of us left but memories are long and regrets are invisible. My deepest sympathy to her family. The price of love is grief that never goes away.
Mair Greaves,
Whitby, Ontario
Gwen Adair
Posted on: Sunday, December 7, 2025My thoughts are with you during this time of sadness and remembering. Wishing you comfort and peace in the days ahead….Gwen
Laura Vanlenthe
Posted on: Monday, December 8, 2025Aunt Lorraine had the best laugh. I always enjoyed spending time with her when she and my great Uncle Chuck would come visit us in Shebandowan. Memories are all we have in the end. I feel privileged to have known such a wonderful person. Sending much love to all her family
XOXOXO
Sara Campbell
Posted on: Monday, December 8, 2025I grew up with Lorraine and Chuck. She has been my mom’s best friend since before I was born. I remember Chuck and Rainy making the trip out to BC. When their camper van was in the driveway, my brother and I would get so excited! We knew it would be 6 weeks of great stories, hilarious conversation, amazing dinners with a side of shopping thrown in!
Rainy has been an influential part of my life. She has been there in the best times and the most difficult times. She always brought reality, humor, and usually a curse word to any situation. I feel blessed that my boys had her in their lives from birth. We have wonderful memories of her visits.
Rainy, you had such a positive influence on everyone who knew you. I am so grateful to have had you in my life. Thinking of you always brings a smile. You will be deeply missed, and your impact will continue to be deeply felt.
Rob, Heather, Brady, and family, I appreciate you sharing your mom with us. She was always so proud of all of you and of her grandkids. I wish we could be there with you, but know we are there in spirit. Love to all of you.
Bev Ornella
Posted on: Monday, December 8, 2025We have so many wonderful memories of all the good times we had with Lorraine! Her laugh was contagious, her stories endless and she was always willing to lend a hand!
Our thoughts are with her lovely kids during this difficult time.
“Carol”, Bev & Marie
Diane Vegter
Posted on: Friday, December 12, 2025Lorraine was a good neighbor to us all on the third floor of Eden Hall.
She will be missed by all of us and I used to share books with her as we enjoyed some of the same authors.
Lorraine will be missed for her insightful opinions and willing ness to share and help when she was still able.
Love you .
Diane