Lorraine Mae Vopava Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Lorraine Mae Vopava of Protivin, Iowa, who passed away at the age of 94, on November 1, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Lorraine departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Lorraine. Though Lorraine may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Doubek and Mayme Doubek (Komarek); her husband Robert; her son-in-law Bud Riha; and her siblings, Delores Dunt (Kenny) and Eugene Doubek (Shirley).
She is survived by: her daughters, Susan Hayek of Decorah, Sandi Riha of Harpers Ferry, Sharon Panos (Jim) of Protivin, Mary Moen (Gordy Snitker) of Decorah, LouAnn Collins (Matt) of Franklin, WI and Roberta Swestka (Gary) of Protivin. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren and 28 great-grandchildren.
