Lorna Jean McMahon

Lorna McMahon, loved teacher, died March 5, 2021.

Lorna passed away peacefully on March 5, 2021 at the McLaren Hospice House in Cheboygan. Born on November 25, 1951 in Iron Mountain, Michigan to Jeanne (Fugere) and Francis McMahon, Lorna entered the world which held such natural and beautiful wonders for her every day. Quiet, shy, and giving by nature, she found joy just by being. She graduated from Pellston High School in 1969, NCMC in 1971, and LSSC in 1973. She taught middle/high school English at Pellston and Mackinaw City. Every student and coworker enriched her life. Many students (later of course) thanked her for the foundation she helped them build. “I felt safe in your classroom” was a comment she treasured. She did not need words; she knew that her life’s work was meaningful.

She was accepting of the natural circle of life closing more quickly than expected as she lived with blood cancer (CMML), heart and kidney disease. One never knows when Death will strike. She held close in her heart living family: brother Patrick, nephews Erick and Stephen along with numerous other relatives. Always with her were those who went before: mother Jeanne, father Francis, sisters Lynne and Laurie, brother Brian, grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. Although she treasured her time alone, she recognized the value of friendship. The shared laughter, tears and philosophies expanded her understanding and appreciation of life. When her need was greatest, friends and family were there.

There will be no services held as were her sentiments. She would wish for everyone to be kinder to one another, and to be more accepting of those who differ from us. Take a moment to look around you, to appreciate the beauty of this earth. Enjoy and nourish the love around you. Be at peace, for she surely is. If you wish to make a donation in her memory, please consider the Nature Conservancy or McLaren Hospice House in Cheboygan.

The Nordman-Christian Funeral Home is caring for the family. 

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