Lorna (Dutton) Willette, 89, of Milford, New Hampshire, died on June 8, 2026, after a long, full, and happy life. In keeping with her final wishes, surrounded by family, Lorna stepped quietly into the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Lorna was born in Milford, New Hampshire to Arthur Lorne (Buster) Dutton and Clara Veleta (Foote) Dutton. She attended Milford High School, graduated, Class of 1955. Lorna remained active with her classmates throughout her life, recently organizing a 70th reunion – Lorna had spirit.

Lorna’s professional career included various positions as an administrator and executive secretary, but her true calling was wife, mother, and homemaker to her husband and three children. Lorna’s family was her pride and joy.

Lorna loved people and cared deeply for the comfort and well-being of others. She served as a Stephen Minister, hospice volunteer, and in various roles with her church serving the community, particularly as the Care Coordinator arranging meals, visits, and all-around good cheer for the sick, lonely, and elderly – Lorna had soul.

Lorna is predeceased by her parents, Arthur Lorne (Buster) Dutton, Clara Veleta (Foote) Dutton; son, Dale Lawrence White; and granddaughter, Sarah Elizabeth White.

She is survived by her husband of 62 years, Robert Francis Willette; her children, Matthew Arthur Willette, Bruce Carleton White, Elizabeth Ann White (Cole); and her granddaughter, Megan Lee White. Lorna was an “adopted mother,” survived by many adopted children and grandchildren as well as many nieces and nephews – Lorna had heart.

She credited everything of value to Christ, where she now rests safely in His care.

A celebration of life will be held at the Bridge Community Church, 65 West Street, Milford, NH, on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 10:30 a.m. Arrangements are in the care of Smith & Heald Funeral Home, 63 Elm Street, Milford. To share a memory or offer a condolence, please go to www.smith-heald.com

Why do you seek the living among the dead – Luke 24:5. She is not here.