Lorraine D. Polfus Obituary (1926

Lorraine (Damico) Polfus, 95, of Benton Harbor, MI, passed away on Wednesday, June 16, 2021 at her home surrounded by family. She was born February 2, 1926 in Benton Harbor, MI to the late Thomas and Josephine Damico. Lorraine was a lifetime resident of Benton Harbor. She worked at Whirlpool after graduating high school and later at Remington Rand, where she met her husband. Lorraine married Robert "Bob" Polfus in 1948; together they had 5 children. After her children were grown, she worked at IPM. Lorraine is survived by her children, Richard Polfus, Cheryl Dorsey, Cynthia (Barry) Beck, Robert Polfus Jr.; grandchildren, Kimberly, Ryan, Richard Jr., Tyler; 3 great-grandchildren, brother, Philip G. Damico; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents, loving husband of 52 years, Bob; infant daughter, Susan; 2 infant siblings, brother, Philip T. Damico; and sister, Virginia. Lorraine was a wonderful and loving mother. She dearly loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great-granddaughters. She also enjoyed her church, St. Bernard's; working beside her husband as they built two homes, and later traveling with him throughout the country. Memorial service for Lorraine will be held by the family at 11 am, Saturday, September 11, 2021, at St. Bernard Catholic Church. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hoven Funeral Home, Buchanan. Online condolences may be made at www.hovenfunerals.com. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Bernard Catholic Church, 555 E. Delaware Ave., Benton Harbor, MI 49022.