Our sincere condolences from the Ebert family. I remember Lorrainne well from when I was a very young boy, with Finn around at the Johnsen house, she was a colourfull character full of life, love & energy. Our best regards to Aan, Lance, Sven, Troy & Finn. The Ebert Family.

To all the family, we are so very sad to hear of Lorraine's passing. We have many happy childhood memories of family times spent together with Aunty Ivy, Alex, Jean, Lorraine and Lawrence. Our sincere sympathy and love to you all. The Brunsdon family, New Plymouth. (Gwen, Lois, Dennis and Lyne)

Lorraine, I'd like to say thank you for being in my life for the entirety of my 25 years. I have such fond memories of you in my childhood and I will never forget your beautiful singing and our wonderful chats especially in my adult life. Thank you for supporting me as an actress in my plays at the theatres. I'll miss hearing "Lorraine's coming" when there's a family gathering. <3 rest in peace xxx

To my wonderful mother and best friend. I am so sorry to have broken my promise that I would be at your funeral in person but I felt I was there with you watching this beautiful service from afar. The Johnsen/Leishman/Van Der Molen clans did a magnificent job with the service. Our long conversations will still continue and you will never be lost to me. I love you mum and you will be greatly missed. All my love from Sven XXX

Very sorry to hear of Lorraine' passing. I haven't seen her for many years but once seen never forgotten. My condolences to Lance and all the family. RIP Loraine Brian O'Shea

Feeling for you all, she'll be a huge gap to fill. RIP Lorraine, Love Wendy

Condolences to Lorraine's family. Have heaps of very fond memories of Lorraine on stage and offstage. She will live on forever as a larger than life character in New Plymouth's rich theatre history and is loved and will be missed by us all.

Great aunty Lorraine or as we knew aunty Lorraine you were always the life of the party and the memory of you yelling at grandad through FaceTime everyday will forever be heard xo Love you forever and always xo

Brien and I send our love and prayers to Lorraine's family. Lorraine was a good friend from the time I first arrived in New Plymouth and we shared a love of singing and theatre. Our first Operatic show together was "White Horse Inn" in 1959 and we shared many productions from then on. NPOS will never be the same! Lorraine's voice and stage presence were special and no-one will ever forget her theme song "Me and Bobby Magee". May she rest in peace.

Nana, there really are no words to truly describe the incredible person you are. Your strength and resilience through it all is an inspiration and I know all of us will carry on your legacy for years to come. Thank you for just being you and being the best nana we could have all asked for. I will miss you so much but I know you will still pop in to pull us into line when you can. Rest In Peace and always with love, Max

Pete and I are very sad to hear of Lorraines passing . She has been apart of my life since day dot along with her beautiful mum who both played many a game of poker at my nanas while I made the cups of tea Sending love to all her fabulous children a d families She was one of a kind in life and will be sorely missed Our love to you all Pete and Deb Melody ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

We are saddened on hearing of Lorraine's passing. We are better people to have known her. We had a wonderful time with her and the gaslight variety group. Heaven will not know what has hit them. Rest in peace Lorraine sing your heart out, you are in great company. Much love to the family. Kindest regards Tom & Anne Butler Hawera

Lorraine was a very special friend to my Mum Eileen, and I have fond memories of her too. She brought out the funny side in people, their best side. Such a character with those mischievious twinkly eyes. Our thoughts are with the whanau. You have lost a treasure but she will be there, in your memories, whenever you need her. Arohanui, The Gundesen whanau

Our deepest sympathy to The Johnson family. Very happy memories of fun times with our families together. The Gower family. R.I.P Lorraine.

Sending my condolences to your family Lorraine. You were a ray of sunshine. Some of my most treasured memories on stage are with you by my side. You will be dearly missed. All my love, Lauren.

RIP Lala… Fabulous voice, loved a party and most of all loved her family. Always remembered Carol and Lewis

So sad to hear of your loss Arohanui Harris family, Moturoa

Rest In Peace beautiful Mum, I’m going to miss you forever, I’m so proud I was chosen to be your son, im so proud you gave us a colourful life, Im so proud you gave me my brothers and sister, I’m so proud my daughter Rayne is your namesake, Thank you Mum, come visit whenever you like.

RIP Lorraine, you were a ray of sunshine always. Our world is a lesser place without you in it. Brenda & Paul

So sorry to hear of your mum's passing. Fond memories as a teenager with you all. Thinking of you. Lisa

The theatre in heaven will be more joyous for your presence. R.I.P Lorraine Annie & Tim Hales

Love watching you preform on stage and watch the joy you bought to many. RIP Lorraine

Our love and thoughts to all the family in hearing of Lorraine's passing. Fond memories and many many fun times together.