Loreene “Lorrie” Miriam McParland (nee Brandon)
June 29, 1941 - October 13, 2025
Funeral Details: A Celebration of Life will be held at the Ferndale Banquet Hall, 24 Ferndale Industrial Dr., on Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 1-4 p.m.
Passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025, at the age of 84, with family at her side. Daughter of the late Harold and Isabel. Beloved wife of the late Gregory McParland. Loving mother of Tiffany (Wayne) and Tammy (Martin). Cherished grandmother of Dylan, Sheldon (Vanessa), Averie (Tatiana), Madelyn (Jesse), and Tanner (Peter); and proud great-grandmother of Lincoln.
Survived by her siblings Judy(Jerry), Sue, Eric (Judy), Jessie, Melodie(Mitch), and predeceased by sisters June and Carol.
Lorrie loved spending time with her family and had a special fondness for playing games, her favourite being Rummikub, which she often enjoyed with her coffee club friends in her building. She was an avid reader, always with a book or two on the go. She was also a devoted fan of Dancing with the Stars, making an annual trip with family to attend a live show.
Independent and full of life, Lorrie found joy in local travel, keeping busy, and making lasting memories. A favourite summer tradition was attending the King’s Wharf Theatre with her family. She was also a former member of the Red Hat Society. Lorrie will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
In keeping with Lorrie’s wishes, cremation has taken place. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Ferndale Banquet Hall, 24 Ferndale Industrial Dr., on Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 1-4 p.m.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Hospice Simcoe or to the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Online memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.peacefultransition.ca
Peaceful Transition Simcoe
Shaunagh McParland
Posted on: Sunday, October 19, 2025Tiffany, Tammy and families – We are so very sorry for your loss. Your Mum was a wonderful lady – always smiling. She was so proud of her girls and her grandkids. Our thoughts are with you.
Shaunagh, Don, Ashley & Austin
Maurine Matias
Posted on: Sunday, October 19, 2025Tiffany,Tammy and family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your mom was so proud of her family. On our little visits she proudly praised you girls and especially the grandchildren for all your accomplishments. She always had nice family stories to share. May she rest in peace.
Sandra Blaker
Posted on: Sunday, October 19, 2025So sorry for your loss Tiffany, Tammy and family. I worked at No Frills with Lorrie for several years until she retired and was always watching for her coming in as a customer to have a chat. Sorry I will be unable to attend the celebration of life, I will be out of Province. She was a wonderful lady with a big heart. My thoughts are with you all.
Dawn Payne
Posted on: Sunday, October 19, 2025Love you forever Gram.
Thank you for being such an amazing person and great grandma to Lincoln. ❤️
Nicole Séguin-Galbraith
Posted on: Sunday, October 19, 2025Sending my deepest condolences to Tiffany and Wayne and your family. She meant so much to all of you and my heart hurts for your loss.
Judy and Eric Brandon
Posted on: Monday, October 20, 2025To the family, we are very saddened to hear of your sudden loss. We want to express our sympathy and let you know that our thoughts are with you.