Maj. Ret'd Lawrence (Lorne) Mitton
1947 - 2018
Maj. Ret'd Lawrence (Lorne) Mitton
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It is with sad hearts that the family of Maj. Ret’d Lawrence (Lorne) Mitton announce his passing on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital, Fredericton, NB.

Born in Dorchester, NB on November 6, 1947, he was a son of the late Ray and Hazel (Bembridge) Mitton.

Lorne joined the Canadian Armed Forces on March 4th, 1968 and proudly served in the Regular Force and Reserves until July of 1999. Following his retirement from military service, he worked with the UN in Kosovo until 2008 and later joined the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires retiring on February 28, 2013.

Lorne was affiliated with The United Church of Canada and was a member of the Masonic Lodge.

On December 28, 1968, Lorne married the absolute love of his life, the former Lynn Tracy and they would have celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary this coming December. Their three children, Karen Mitton of Fredericton, Stephen Mitton of Ottawa, and Heidi Mitton will forever cherish the memory of their dad who left a legacy of love and devotion. A very precious part of Lorne’s life was dedicated to his two grandsons, Justin McLeod of Cold Lake, AB and Connor McLeod of Ottawa, ON. He also leaves behind siblings, Ken (Ruth), Daryl (Ann), Gary, Roland, and a sister Angie as well as a number of nieces and nephews.

Aside from his parents, Lorne was predeceased by a niece Kenda (Mitton).

Lorne never wanted any fuss made over him, so at his request, there will be no service or visitation. Burial will take place later. For those who wish to remember Lorne by way of a memorial contribution, the family would appreciate donations being made to the NB Heart and Stroke Foundation or the Diabetes Association. Online condolences and the sharing of memories may be sent through www.bishopsfuneralhome.com

Maj. Ret'd Lawrence (Lorne) Mitton