Laura C L’Ecuyer (Cardinal)
BARRE - Laura passed away peacefully on April 4th 2023 at home in “The Big Blue House” in Barre, MA. surrounded by lots of love and family.
Born March 7th 1959, Fitchburg, MA. The oldest daughter to: Raymond Cardinal and Edna (Sicard) Cardinal.
Laura grew up in Leominster, attending Leominster High School. She lived many years in Athol and Orange most recently moving to Barre with her youngest sister.
Laura held various jobs and titles over the years. Sometimes working three jobs at a time. She was a longtime employee of Victory/Hannaford’s Supermarket until her retirement.
Laura loved to cook for the people she loved. If you ever had one of her signature meals or dish you knew it was made with love. And she was happy to share her recipes. She also enjoyed sewing, knitting, beading, bingo and especially playing cards with family & friends.
She is survived by: Her stepmother: Delia Cardinal of Marlborough, MA. Her three children whom she loved deeply: Daughter Andrea McCabe and her husband Kevin of Warwick, MA. Son Frank L’Ecuyer and his partner Natalie of West Hartford, CT and her youngest son Ronald L’Ecuyer of Fitchburg, MA. Her Siblings: John Cardinal and fiancé Lori (Gardner) Nancy Dawson and husband Melvin (Leominster) Jim Cardinal and wife Donna (Leominster) Sandra Leger and husband Norman (Ashburnham) and Brenda Hancock and husband Douglas (Barre). Her longtime friend and most recently her companion: Michael Wilkins (Gardner). Her (5) Grandchildren and many nieces and nephews whom all referred to her as “Auntie the Great”.
Laura had a special bond with her siblings, especially her three sisters. Although everyone knew who was the brightest light in her life. She would beam with the most beautiful love when she was with or talking about her beloved grandson, Caleb. Her love for them all is eternal.
Laura is predeceased by both of her parents, her brother Raymond Cardinal (Leominster), her sister in law and friend Cheryl (Wilkins) Cardinal (Gardner).
Laura fought her terminal diagnosis with the stubbornness and strength of the strongest of Warriors. The family would like to thank the Central VNA & Hospice staff for their support & care during this difficult time.
The moments, memories and connections Laura made are endless. Her love & legacy will live forever within each of us.
At Laura’s request, a beautiful celebration of her life will be held by her family at The Leominster Eagles #477, 456 Litchfield Street, Leominster, MA 01453 on May21st, 2023 from 12-4pm.
Laura loved to tell jokes and stories to make everyone laugh. So when a joke brings a smile to your face or you trip over the silliest of things, listen closely because you just might hear her saying: “It wasn’t me!” T.T.F.N ~Laura