Ettalong identity dies

Ettalong community identity Louisa Grace Golden died peacefully in her sleep on February 20.

In keeping with her wishes, there was no service, no flowers and no mourners - just a toddy of whisky emptied down the sink.

Her ashes are to be scattered on the water at Ettalong Beach.

Lorna, also known as "Goldie", was a "Drink Dispenser" at Ettalong, a one-time housekeeper for the Lord Mayor of Sydney, a supervisor and fundraiser for the young people's dances at Ettalong.

She lived in the area since she was 26 years old, over 60 years of her life, and in her younger days was involved with youth dances at Ettalong.

"Her best days in the last few years were her shopping days at Ettalong," long time friend Marge Cleere said.

"She was always very grateful for the many that helped her in some way: West End Pharmacy, IGA, the post office, the girl at the bus stop, the driver of the 52 bus, the taxi drivers.

"These were always the main topic of her conversation when she arrived back at her unit.

"She believed that Dr Caska was great and loved the nursing staff at Brisbane Water Hospital," Mrs Cleere said.

Letter, March 15