Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Lorena Bymaster Obituary
LORENA (HOLMES) BYMASTER
April 29, 1931 - July 24, 2018
Lorena Holmes Bymaster was born in Danville, Illinois, to Lloyd Victor and Eulalia Allen Holmes. After living in Ohio and Texas, the family moved to Colorado Springs in 1937.
Lorena graduated from Cheyenne Mountain High School in 1949 where she was a member of the Cheyenne Mountain Dancers. She married Donald A. Bymaster Oct. 1949 and they worked together in the businesses he started: Don's Cycles, The Bicycle Center, Alpine Suzuki, Sports City Ltd and Brookside Liquors.
Lorena was very active in the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She was a Past Regent of Kinnikinnik Chapter, State Auditor for Colorado DAR, a member of Arkansas Valley and served on several State Committees. She was also active in the Palmer Alum, El Paso County Pioneers Assoc., Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Old Colorado City Historical Society and the Mooney Aircraft Safety Foundation. She hosted the Cheyenne Mountain High School reunions for 20 years for the years 1955 backwards. She was also active in the Al Kaly Shrine Ladies and was past President of the Pikes Peak Club and Treasurer for the Honored Ladies (widows of Shriners).
She and Don traveled the world and had a wonderful life with many good and dear friends, all who added so much to her life.
She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, brother Victor Holmes, son David and daughter Debra. She is survived by her daughter Dona, granddaughter Jenna Lynn, great-granddaughter Alexandrea Lynn and nephew Tom Holmes.
Services will be held at First Presbyterian Church Friday, Aug. 3, at 1 PM, with reception to follow at the church.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorials to be made in Lorena's name to the El Paso County Pioneers Assoc., Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region, Al Kaly Shrine - Transportation Fund or Pikes Peak Hospice and Palliative Care.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Lorena Bymaster
5 Entries
Cheryl Prince
August 28, 2019
Donna, so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. I am sorry a whole year has passed and I didn't know. May she rest in peace.
Rick and Billie Broome
August 3, 2018
God Bless you real good dear friend. Your legacy in aviation history is legendary! Thanks for your passion...
July 30, 2018
Lorena and Don were both instrumental to the formation of the Safety Foundation to enhance flying safety within the Mooney Aircraft Pilots Association. They were strong supporters of the association and the pilot members. Lela and I will miss Lorena's warm smile and infectious humor, but know she is now reunited with her family in heaven.
Lela and Trey Hughes
Kerrville, Texas
Jerry & Marilyn Johnson
July 29, 2018
Lorena Bymaster was a true friend of the Mooney Aircraft Pilots Association. She accompanied her husband Don to all Safety Foundation functions.
July 29, 2018
Almighty God is our refuge and strength, a help that is readily found in times of distress. May His strength and help aid you in coping with this loss. Cherish the memories of the good times shared with your loved one. Warm condolences.
Showing 1 - 5 of 5 results
Make a Donation
in Lorena Bymaster's name
Memorial Events
for Lorena Bymaster
How to support Lorena's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Lorena Bymaster's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
