Lorraine Patricia Spears

Spears, Lorraine Patricia, dearly loved sister, aunt and friend, died in her home in Champlin, MN on March 2, 2024. Born in Osseo, MN, in 1937 to Anton and Agnes Senlycki, Lorraine was the second of five children. Lorraine graduated from Osseo High School in 1955 before continuing her education at Chadron State Teachers College, graduating in 1960. She taught third and fifth grade for 35 years in Columbia Heights ISD #13. A teacher inside the classroom and out, Lorraine shared her love of nature, bird watching, gardening and traveling the world. Possibly most of all, she loved spending time with family and friends. For many years, Lorraine volunteered as an election judge and as a member of the Walter J. Breckenridge Chapter of the Izaak Walton League.

Lorraine was preceded in death by her parents, brother Anthony, sisters Bernice (Playle), and Marlene (Brooks). Her youngest brother Clifford passed away two days after her own death. Lorraine is survived by many nieces, nephews, and friends.

A Celebration of Life service for Lorraine and Clifford will be held Monday, July 22, at 11am at Mississippi Crossings Champlin. Lunch will follow. Family will gather for internment after lunch at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Cemetery in Osseo. In lieu of flowers, memorials preferred to "Walter J. Breckenridge Chapter" (Isaak Walton League) or Sjogren's Foundation.