Kern County CA Obituary Project Obituaries.....Ross, Lorena H. February 9 2005
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The Bakersfield Californian
Lorena H. Ross
10/26/1913 - 2/1/2005

Born October 26, 1913 in Saskatchewan, Canada to Abrahm and Helena Peters Voth 
and passed into eternal rest February 1, 2005. She attended school and lived 
in Kern County (Shafter and Bakersfield) for most of her life. 

Lorena was a true Matriarch in every sense of the word. Left single as a young 
woman, her determination and strong will served her well as she raised three 
young children on her own for 21 years. In her final years, her beloved son, 
Phillip L. Foster, Jr. and her adored daughter-in-law, Lainie Foster lovingly 
cared for her, along with her youngest daughter, Sally Edwards of Sacramento. 
After her children were raised, Lorena married her soul-mate, Carl F. Ross and 
gained a new daughter in her life, Debra Widiger (David) of Austin, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Velma Gaede, and her beloved husband, 
Carl. During their 35 years of marriage, she and Carl enjoyed traveling in 
their motorhome, taking cruises, playing bridge, gardening, remodeling their 
home, spending time with family, attending their church, and Sons of Norway 
and Retired Officers get-togethers, etc. They led an active and very full 
life. Lorena worked many years for Walter Mortenson Insurance Co. and then for 
San Dimas Medical Group until her retirement and was active in many womens and 
business organizations including the Insurance Womens Club and Toastmistress 
Society.

Survivors also include daughter, Emily Foster; stepson, Leonard Ross; 
stepdaughter, Bonnie Bright; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. A 
special thanks to grand-daughter, Robin Hastie for her loving care during her 
final weeks.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or 
the Leukemia Society.

Graveside services will be held on Saturday, February 5, 2005, at 11:00 a.m., 
at Hillcrest Memorial Park. Visitation will be Friday, 3 to 8 p.m. at 
Hillcrest Mortuary. 


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Volunteer submission - No relation to deceased.

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