Irene Marie Horback
September 19, 1922 - July 20, 2006
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Irene Marie Horback
September 19, 1922 - July 20, 2006
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Irene M. Horback nee Croteau
Born September 19, 1922 in Fall River, MA, was the eldest of twelve children to Herman and Yvonne Croteau. She lived most of her life in Southern California. Forever sunny and bright, she never met a stranger. She was considered ?Mom? to the retired stewardesses of Clipped Wings in both Los Angeles and O.C. Chapters since 1976. Predeceased by her husband of 47 years, Albert J. Horback.
In 1998, Irene made the transition from the San Fernando Valley to Lake Forest in a very short time. Living across the street from her daughter, Jean Horback Adams, she delighted in attending movies, conventions, events and anything with fun-loving people. Everyone who knew her marveled at how you she looked for being 83 years old. She was broadsided by a car on El Toro Road and died instantly. Tragic.
She leaves on son, Glen of Lone Tree, CO; six brothers and three sisters, on both coasts.
Irene blossomed whenever around her four grandchildren, Craig of Orange, CO, Kyle of Colorado, Kimberly and Kristina of Alameda. Her life changed many, and she will be forever remembered.
A Visitation will be held on Friday, July 28, 2006 ~ 7:00 P.M. at O’Connor Laguna Hills Mortuary, Laguna Hills, California.
Please join us in celebrating Irene’s life by sharing your memories of her.
52 responses to Irene Marie Horback
Diane & Dick Lund says:
July 25, 2006
Dear Jeannie and Craig,
We are thinking and praying for you both. Please remember that you were a loving, wonderful daughter who shared so many things with your mom. You were so much a part of her life. I know she loved you and Craig and was able to watch you both mature and blossom. You gave so much of yourself to her and your Mom knows this. You brought so much happiness and love to her. Be grateful and keep these beautiful memories alive. God bless you both.
Mary Ann Creque says:
July 25, 2006
Glen and Rhonda,
I’m sorry for your tragic and sudden loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mary Ann
Pam Lombardi says:
July 25, 2006
To Jeanie, Glen, and Craig and all of the Horback and Croteau families.
The sadness I felt in my heart upon hearing of the loss of Irene is eased by remembering her twinkling eyes, her great sense of humor, and her zest for living. I can see her now, laughing, smiling, and dancing in heaven with Al. I will miss you, Irene! I was blessed to know you.
Pam
Patsy Cullings says:
July 25, 2006
Irene has been my next door neighbor for many years. A better neighbor you could not find. We had many chats when we were both outside cutting our roses or watering our plants. She was someone who made you feel better when you spent some time with her. Always up! My kind of person! I miss her already and she has only been gone five days. When I look out my kitchen window, or go out my back door, I realize that the house is empty. She’s gone, but I would bet that she is happy in her new home. I imagine she is dancing with her husband to BIG BAND Music….looking like a doll!
Sandy & Greg Davis says:
July 26, 2006
Dear Glen, Rhonda, Kyle, and Irene’s entire family,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Greg & Sandy Davis & family