09/25/2021
With heavy hearts, we sadly announce the passing of Lorraine Fleming this morning at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Orange, Ca. She was 92.
Lorraine, along with her husband Richard bought Valley Skateland in 1968, which was failing at the time. They turned it into Northridge Skateland and together with their sons, Michael and David turned Skateland into a thriving business. They sold the rink to David and Michael in 1978. They decided to move to Lake Nacimiento to begin their retirement. That followed a move to Lake Havasu where they resided until Richard passed away in 2014.
Lorraine was known for her kind heart, motherly advice, and generosity to those in need. She loved the sport and business of roller skating, which is where many of you knew her.
She will be greatly missed by all. We know she and Richard are back together again and we are sure they rolling around heaven together. In lieu of flowers, donations in her name can be made to The Trebek Center c/o Hope of the Valley.