Sr. Lorraine Deziel, DHS
October 10, 1936 – September 5, 2025
Sr. Lorraine Deziel, DHS, 88, a member of the Daughters of the Holy Spirit, entered into her eternal rest on Friday, September 5, 2025, at St. Joseph Living Center in Windham, CT, where she had been in residence since 2024.
Marie Lorraine was born on October 10, 1936, in Waterbury, CT, the middle daughter of Donat and Azeline (Grenier) Deziel. She entered religious life in 1956 and made her religious profession on April 9, 1958. She was then known as Sr. Antoine de l’Enfant Jesus.
After receiving a B.A. in education with a minor in theology from Diocesan Sisters’ College, South Woodstock, CT, Sr. Lorraine taught in elementary schools in MA, CT, VT, and Quebec. An accomplished musician, she also gave piano lessons, directed school and DHS choirs, and composed several musical pieces. Retiring from education in 1997, she served the congregation as an administrative assistant and receptionist. In 2019, Sr. Lorraine moved to The Card Home in Willimantic before joining the community at St. Joseph Living Center in 2024.
Sr. Lorraine is survived by the Daughters of the Holy Spirit spiritual family—her Sisters in community, the Consecrated Seculars, the Associates, and a niece, Diane Colucia. She was predeceased by her sisters, Doris LaMothe and Claire Cote.
Funeral Arrangements
Calling Hours: Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 10:00 AM at Corpus Christi Parish / St. Joseph Church, 99 Jackson St., Willimantic, CT, with a prayer service at 10:15 AM.
Mass of Christian Burial: 11:00 AM at St. Joseph Church, followed by burial at 2:30 PM in St. Mary Cemetery, Putnam, CT.
Memorial Gifts
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the DHS Retirement Fund, P.O. Box 497, Putnam, CT 06260.
Arrangements entrusted to: Gilman-Valade Funeral Home, 104 Church St., Putnam, CT.