She was a dedicated civil rights advocate in her community and touched many lives. Especially in her work done over the course of 25 years with the State as a caseworker for Children’s Services. In addition to her fight for change Laurel was a devout servant of God. She housed the homeless, fed the hungry and clothed the naked. She always had a rosary to give, a prayer to pray, and a match to make.
Laurel wore many hats but the role she cherished the most was being a mother and grandmother.
She retired in 1981 to become a full-time Grandmother. In her days of retirement, she spent her time crocheting afghans and hats, making pillows, teddy bears, and clothes with and for her grandchildren. Laurel was very skilled in all her crafts, however, her ability for rosary making was unmatched. She crafted one-of-a-kind rosaries for priests, pastors, nuns, and a whole host of people she loved.
Laurel leaves a legacy of fiercely courageous, compassionate, and comedic descendants- all of whom inherited her sense of justice, independent spirit, and a great love and respect for the Catholic faith.
Laurel was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, and friend. She will always be remembered for her strong faith, quick wit, charm, and love for sweets. She has taken her rightful place in heaven, where she is enjoying an endless amount of black licorice and popsicles.
Laurel was well-loved and will be sorely missed for generations to come.
She is survived by four siblings, Gavin, Lloyd, Martha, Clifford, and her children Stephanie (Shelly), Ali, Julie, Mary Kay, Marjorie, Wendy, and Eric. She also leaves behind 27 grandchildren, 44 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild. She was preceded in death by her parents Lloyd and Laura Warren, youngest sister Sue, and her beloved granddaughter Akaia.
In lieu of flowers, our mother would be pleased with donations to Madonna House in Combermere, ON. Madonna House is an organization that was near and dear to her heart, serving those in need, throughout The Americas, and around the world, with the love and respect modeled and taught by Jesus Christ.
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