Lorie Allen Vos, Redondo’s ‘Bossy Vossy’ was one of first women lifeguards

Lorie Allen Vos, Redondo’s ‘Bossy Vossy’ was one of first women lifeguards

Beloved mother, wife, grandmother, and friend, Lorie Allen Vos passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025, surrounded by her family. Lorie ((known to many as Lorie Rice) was born in Virginia in 1965. Her family relocated to Redondo Beach a short time later. Her love for the ocean and competition began early. She started swimming competitively at just six years old, went on to compete in the Junior Olympics, became a varsity swimmer throughout hig…