Lorraine Sharon Orr, 81, of Jonesboro passed from this life Wednesday March 4, 2026 at The Cottages of Belle Meade in Paragould. She was born October 31, 1944 in Long Island, New York to the late Mary Dayton and Elwood Dayton Sr.

Lorraine spent her childhood growing up in Long Island, New York but has lived in Arkansas for 60 years and was a member of Family Fellowship Baptist Church in Jonesboro. She had a bachelor’s degree in social work and devoted many years to the Jonesboro School System for work. She was dedicated to both her church and her family and also loved animals.

In addition to her parents, Lorraine is preceded in death by her husband of over 50 years, Larry Russell Orr.

She is survived by her daughter, Cynthia (Doug) Formon of Jonesboro; brother, Elwood Dayton Jr. of Jonesboro; granddaughter, Lindsay (Mike) Williamson of Jonesboro; great-grandsons, Haiden, Henry and Harris as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other family and friends.

The family also wants to say a special thank you to the staff at Belle Meade in Paragould for their excellent care and compassion.

Visitation will be held from 9-10 a.m. Monday March 9, 2026 at Family Fellowship Baptist Church in Jonesboro.

Funeral service will follow the visitation at 10 a.m. with Dr. Ferrell Duffel officiating. Burial will follow at Jonesboro Memorial Park Cemetery. Those honored to serve as pallbearers include Jeff Vernon, Andy Watkins, Roger Herron, Michael Clay, Michael Williamson, and Jim Barlow.

Due to Lorraine’s love of animals, in lieu of flowers the family asks that you consider making a donation to the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society 6111 E. Highland Dr. Jonesboro, AR 72401.