Birth date: Aug 23, 1957 Death date: Jun 1, 2006
Loving daughter and sister left us suddenly and unexpectedly. Laurie graduated from Lakes High School in 1975 where she was Jr. Class President. She then went to WSU for a year and transferred to EWU where she graduated with a BA Read Obituary
We just learned of Laurie's passing while reading the EWU Alumni's newsletter. We went to Eastern with Laurie, graduating from the same department together. The thing we remember most about Laurie is that she was FUN! It seems she was always laughing, had a quick wit and had a sharp sense of humor. We are very sorry to hear of your loss (and the loss to all of her friends).##imported-begin##Mona and Harvey Gilkerson##imported-end##
I JUST RECENTLY FOUND OUT THAT LAURIE HAD PASSED AWAY; I WOULD LIKE TO LET HER FAMILY KNOW THAT ALTHOUGH I DIDN'T TALK TO HER MUCH, THE TIMES THAT I DID SHE WAS ALWAYS KIND TO ME. I PATICULARLY REMEMBER HER SUPPORTING OUR WRESTLING TEAM AT LAKES AND COMING TO A LOT OF THE MATCHES WE HAD BACK THEN. IT'S ALWAYS TAKES YOU BACK A BIT WHEN YOU HEAR OF A CLASSMATE THAT HAS GONE. MY SINCEREST CONDOLENCES TO HER FAMILY!!
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CLASS OF 1975##imported-begin##ART BOOKER##imported-end##
Dear Jean Mike and Kathy, I truly enjoyed Laurie. Her smile, laughter and warm ways she always greeted me were very special. Very Laurie. I'll never forget her. Byron Wetherholt##imported-begin##Byron Wetherholt##imported-end##
Laurie was a wonderful person and one of my favorites in the class of '75. I was so delighted to see her at the 30-year reunion. She will be missed and remembered fondly. With deepest sympany, Dot Parsons Luthy, Lakes Class of '75.##imported-begin##Dorothy Parsons Luthy##imported-end##
So sorry to learn of Laurie's death. I was a co-worker at Unigard and we shared some good times. She is in good hands now and will keep all laughing and on their toes. Take care and each day will get better but will always have the precious memories.##imported-begin##Marilyn Ward##imported-end##
Came here to mourn someone else. I have lost four people in my family in one year: brother in-law, sister, father, and lastly, my dear, dear mother. A good friend, and nationally recognized artist has the last name of de Carlo (small "d" – Tony de Carlo).
Clicked to read LaurieÂ’s story, and felt great sorrow for you all as I read. So young, and so full of life and beauty. This has to be terrible for all of you left behind. I wish you all great peace, and in moments of stillness that will come later in the grieving process (I PROMISE you this will come to pass), may her gentle spirit enter the room, and enter your hearts and bring you joy as you will feel her near. You will recognize it when it happens.
Someday, you all, me, my loved ones: we will all be together again in exultant and in radiant joy. I know this is true. Laurie is already with loved ones who have passed before her and her reunion was as sweet as a spring day in paradise can be, and filled with everlasting joy. She will greet you all someday for your own reunion in the sky.
Take care and keep her alive in you hearts, your thoughts, and in your acts in the best ways that you are able to. She will know.##imported-begin##A Wandering Visitor##imported-end##
Hearing of Laurie's passing comes as a great shock. I will always remember her as the kind, cheerful young person I knew at Unigard Reinsurance. My deepest sympathies to her family.##imported-begin##Mike Pagano##imported-end##
Laurie really helped make my years at Unigard warm and light-hearted. She always asked others about their lives, listened and remembered what they'd said--so rare! She gave great quick massages and just sparkled when she spoke of her niece and nephews and also of Vegas and other shows. I respected and envied her wonderful relationship with her mom, who will miss her but must be so thankful that they had so many years of such a warm mother-daughter relationship.##imported-begin##Nancy Schaefer##imported-end##
To Laurie's Friends: This site does not have correct information regarding Laurie's service. It states no service. In fact, there will be a service tomorrow morning, Saturday, June 10 at 10:00 a.m. @ Mountain View. Thank you for all of your thoughtful comments.##imported-begin##Kathy DeCarlo##imported-end##
I've known Laurie just a few years, sharing the van pool together to work everyday. I'll always remember her cheerfulness, even on monday morning, and particularly on friday night, as we shared our adventures and plans. We had lots of fun and laughs, talking about movies and travelling and shows,particularly Cirque de Soleil, Cher , and Tom Hanks. I will think of her and miss her always. My most heartfelt sorrow for her loving family with the sudden loss of this special person.##imported-begin##Susan Cook##imported-end##
