I am heartbroken to hear of Laura's passing..  Although we were many years apart in age, I felt a strong bond of kindred spirits with Laura.  We first met in Illinois when we were graduate students together in the MBA program. She was so vibrant, fun loving, energetic and smart. I loved her dearly and will miss her so much.  John and family - anything you need, please feel free to call us.

I am so deeply sorry to hear of Laura's passing. I have so many warm, fun memories of the times we shared when all our kids were small and we met in the "mother's group". I don't know what I would have done without all the play dates in your apartment, and later in your house.  Laura was a smart, beautiful, fun force of nature.  

What an incredible person. It was with disbelief that I read the news of Laura's passing. Its been several years since we've had the chance to see one another and my interactions with her have been so high energy and enthusiastic. Playing soccer together, laughing and commiserating on parental moments and taking joy from being and meeting fellow Laura's. Love and hugs to her family.

John and family, you have my longer tribute to Laura via email but wanted to restate how much she will be missed. Ever since the kids met in preschool, she's been one of my closest confidents. We shared a slightly wicked sense of  humor, a love of beer and wine and France! Her confidence was contagious and there was almost nothing she couldn't do with her charm and brilliant mind. Hugs.

I had the pleasure of working with Laura off and on over the last several years.  She was always such a kind person, and capable.  She rolled up her sleeves and got results.  And she never let on about her illness with me.  I’m stunned and terribly saddened about this loss, especially for her family of course.   Nick Carter

To Jayne, Lane and Derek, please accept my late condoleances as i just found out about Laura's passing. I am in total shock right now. I am so sorry. She was such a great person. I am so sorry for her 2 sons and her husband as well.
François Bélanger