Laurie struggled with kidney disease from a young age but didn’t let this stop her from enjoying a healthy, vibrant life. A kidney transplant at the age of 20 freed her from the chains of dialysis.
She trained in journalism as a young adult and later worked in broadcasting in Dawson Creek and Hay River. Laurie began attending Western Pentecostal Bible College in 1984. She graduated in 1988 with a Bachelor of Theology in Sacred Music.
After graduation, Laurie began a career in supporting adults with special needs, working for Bethesda Christian Association and later Mission Association for Community Living. She also completed a diploma in Social Work through UCFV.
Laurie was an active member in her community. She enjoyed engaging in the activities of the Red Hat Society, volunteering with the Soroptimist Society, and participating in the life of her church family.
After 30 years with her transplanted kidney, she began having kidney function and heart issues. As her health deteriorated, she made the decision to retire. Nonetheless, she lived her life as fully as possible. She remained active in her church and connected in the lives of her friends.
She passed into the presence of her Lord on January 31, 2023. She was predeceased by her parents and her brother. She is survived by her cousin, Chris Cooley and his wife Sharon.
A service of remembrance will be held at Seven Oaks Alliance (Vinyard) on Sunday, February 5, 2023 at 2pm. (2575 Gladwin Rd, Abbotsford, BC V2T 3N8)
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