Lorraine A. Van der Linden, 96 years young, formerly of West Allis and Shawano, passed away Monday, January 27, 2014 in Oconomowoc. Born on February 26, 1917 in Milwaukee, she was the daughter of the late Gerhard and Hilda (Hahn) Sonnemann. She was united in marriage to Sydney Van der Linden in Milwaukee. He preceded her in death on March 13, 1997. Lorraine was a loving and giving person who enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She also enjoyed time at the cottage on Long Lake as well as fishing and golfing. Lorraine was a member of the Eastern Star. Lorraine is survived by: her 3 sons, Wayne Van der Linden of Shawano, Sydney "Skip" (Sandra) Van der Linden of FL, Thomas (Karen) Van der Linden of Oconomowoc; 7 grandchildren, Glenn Van der Linden of Shawano, Cheryl (Steve) Rouse of Shawano, Craig Van der Linden of Oconomowoc, Scott (Carrie) Van der Linden of CA, Joey (LeAnne) Van der Linden of Milwaukee, Linda (Joe) Betla of FL, Rusty (Dawn) Van der Linden of Appleton; numerous great-grandchildren including, Stephanie, Brittney and Courtney Rouse, Carson, Avery and Cole Van der Linden, Michael Van der Linden, Jessica Van der Linden; and a brother, Dale (Marilyn) Sonnemann of Pound. Lorraine was preceded in death by: her husband, Sydney; her parents; a daughter-in-law, Glenna Van der Linden; and 3 brothers, Gerhard, Howard and Arthur. Private family services will be held at Wisconsin Memorial Park, Brookfield. Swedberg Funeral Home in Shawano is assisting the family with the arrangements. www.swedbergfuneralhome.com