Laura Lee Herbert's Obituary
Laura was born on November 15, 1942 to Charles D. and Dorothy A. (Ferguson) McCoy in Tacoma, Washington. Laura was the second of two children. She passed away peacefully with her husband Bill, of 47 years, and sister Peggy by her side on March 30, 2014 after a courageous 6 year battle with cancer.
Laura Graduated from Wilson High School and began her career as a printer and graphic artist at the Tacoma News Tribune. She was employed there for 46 years until her retirement in 2007.
She met her soul mate William “Bill” Herbert and they were married on March 14, 1967 in Moscow, Idaho. They resided in University Place for 42 years.
Laura loved spending time with her family, sister Peggy Barger of University Place, sons Eric and Tim (Joy), and especially her granddaughters Alexis and Angela. She also loved to travel, read, and go to the casinos..
Laura will be sorely missed by all she touched. A special thanks to Dr. Senecal and all his staff, and to the Franciscan Hospice who cared for her in her last days.
At her request no services will be held.
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