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Laura Ellenberger Obituary
Resident of San Jose
Entered into rest on Thursday, October 14, 2010 in San Jose, California. Born on August 12, 1956, in Chicago, Illinois, she was 54 years old and lived in San Jose for 24 years. A retired Director of Property Management of 25 years, loving wife of Jim Ellenberger, beloved mother of Ryan and Aaron Ellenberger, daughter of Sara Weber and the late Gerald H. Weber, cherished sister of Dana Reedy, Lisa Lee and Adam Weber. Also survived by aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Family and friends are invited to attend Memorial Service on Sunday, October 24, 2010 at 1:30pm at Oak Hill Funeral Home's The Chapel of Roses, 300 Curtner Avenue, San Jose, California 95125.
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Memories and Condolences
for Laura Ellenberger
November 16, 2010
Laura was my Director, Boss and dear friend. Very few souls have a lasting impact on anyone, and her mark on my life is indelible and forever-lasting. I will miss her counsel, her laugh, her ability to see all sides of things and the gift of being all things to everybody. I will see you again one day, .... and promise to bring fresh coffee with me.
Rest in peace Laura ..
~ Dardin Edward Soto
Kellie Merry
November 13, 2010
Laura was lucky in love. She was adored by many. Her parents gave their family a happy home life, and this was evident in the way she treated others.
Laura was always one of the most open minded people. Understanding and caring. I am glad to have been a part of her memories. She gave me a sense of EGBOK; "everything's gonna be OK." Here's to a life well lived. My deepest sympathies.
beverly mazza
November 9, 2010
Sara. thank you for sharing this with me. My thoughts are with you and your family! I hope to see you soon.
Love, Bev and Stan
Terry Ramos
October 31, 2010
I worked with Laura at HACSC. I will forever remember her hearty laugh, beautiful smile, deep penetrating blue eyes, and her sincerity. Her name will have a special place this year on my family's traditional annual Day of the Dead altar on November 2, 2010.
May Laura's memories help guide her family to a place of comfort and may their hearts find peace.
Kristine Kane
October 24, 2010
Laura's friendship was priceless and will always be remembered.
Rest in peace Laura, your name will always bring a smile to face.
Robyn van Ekelenburg
October 24, 2010
My dear friend Laura:
You were such a mentor to me in my life. I adored working with you. You were such a dear friend and I am so heart broken to have lost you. We all love and miss you so much. Your friend, Robyn
Patty Skaggs/Jump
October 23, 2010
The world gets darker for a while when we lose a loved one...and Laura was loved by many. But with every memory and spoken word for Laura, the world will get brighter...as I know she would have wanted it. God has another great angel with him now.
Lorena Gonzalez
October 22, 2010
Laura, You were not only our boss but a great friend. I still can't not belive you are no longer with us. Were going to miss you at work every day you weren't pratically part of our family, I'm mostly going to miss seen you walking by my cubicle every morning and saying with a smile "weren't we just here"
We love you and we'll miss you much! <3
Toni Pariso
October 22, 2010
I can't see through my tears! Laura was a Gift to us, a beautiful flower always in bloom! I'm forever appreciative of her kindness and understanding. Once again I say: "Thank You Ellenberger". Love and peace to those she leaves behind.
Loretta Duran
October 22, 2010
Laura was a beautiful person good spirit going to miss her rest in peace my friend.
Ray Brenier
October 22, 2010
I am very sorry to learn the news of Laura's passing. We were friends from high school and she was an important part of my life. I am so lucky to call her my friend. She was always there to listen and always left you smiling with her great sense of humor. I will always remember those times we shared. I know that she is resting now with the hand of God to protect and watch over her. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family. May you all find strength and courage during this difficult time......God Bless You! The Ray Brenier Family (Orange, CA)
Teresa Flint
October 22, 2010
Laura,you are missed...Your amazing presence on the planet was a treasured gift. Love to Dana & family.
reaching out in spirit of
light & love ,
Teresa Flint
Alma Gallegos
October 21, 2010
Laura,
You are my Angel and will be for ever...not only were you the best boss that I have ever had, but a good friend full of kindness,I can never thank you enough for all the advice, encourgement and making me who I am now. For sure all these years will be for ever in my heart.
Jim, Aaron & Ryan at a time like this there is a sorrow for which no heart could ever be prepared. Please know you have the support and caring of so many who keep you close in thought and wish you comfort and peace.
Alma & Juan Gallegos
Sandra & Vaughn Reuther
October 20, 2010
We are sorry for your loss and are sending our sympathy and hugs.
Sandi & Jim Ley
October 20, 2010
I will always remember my neice as a loving, kind, and funny young lady. We had a lot of good times at the Weber home, especially during holidays and vacations in Mexico. They were very special as was Laura. She always greeted her Uncle Ed,Chad and I warmly and with love. I will sadly miss her sweet disposition and sense of humor. My sincere love and prayers to Jim and sons Ryan & Aaron and all the Weber children and my dearest sister in law, Sara. God bless you all.
Love Sandi (King) Ley
Jeff pendleton
October 20, 2010
My prayers and heartfelt wishes go out to her family,It's been years since seeing Laura but I know she's touch many through the years,she touched mine and I never have forgotten it,It's a shame such a gentle soul has been taken so early.
God Bless you all
Nancy Piercy
October 19, 2010
My sincere sympathy to Laura's family. I had the pleasure to know Laura for a short time and was touched by her quiet strength and courage and what a genuine, lovely woman she was. I will remember this special woman with fondness.
Kelly Martinez
October 19, 2010
I've come back to this page at least a 100 times trying to figure out how in the world I could possibly write down what Laura has meant to me. There is not enough space to say it all. I will say that I met her when I was 17 and she was just 31. She was wise to the world and knew so much. I looked up to her....she watched over me, guided me, loved me. I will remember her for the rest of my life. She taught me to be a good friend and to laugh through hard times. I am so thankful that I had her in my life.
Mandy Israde
October 19, 2010
Laura was an amazing person, I will miss her dearly! She always knew how to cheer us up at work during stressful times. She shared on several occasions how much she loved her sons. And also how excited she was about Jim’s colorful fish business. We enjoyed her company and laughter during our monthly birthday potlucks. The office feels so empty with out her. But I know she would want us to go on with a positive spirit and smile. My prayers are with all of her family and friends.
George Stoup
October 19, 2010
my prayers are with the family. Laura as i knew her in High School was always full of joy, always smiling, and such a heart felt person. She always had something nice to say to you. I will always remember her in that way. She was always trying to lift you up. She is now at peace and in Gods hands.
we will miss Her deeply. My condolences to her family.
George Stoup
October 18, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with Laura's family right now. She was a very special person.
Mary Nelson Charnley (WCHS Class of 1974)
Irene Cuesta Paresa
October 18, 2010
I knew Laura, and her sisters Lisa, Dana,
and brother Adam,as well as her loving parents snice junior high school. We had many great times at there Thackery St. home.My prayers and love to her family.God Bless you all.
Beverley Hansen
October 18, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of Laura's passing. My sympathies to Jim, Ryan, Aaron, and the rest of her family. Laura was my dear friend for 20 years and she picked up my spirits and made me laugh on many occasions. She even introduced me to my husband, Troy. She thought we would make a good pair. She was right.
Laura was so passionate about her work and her career. I am happy that she acheived the level of success that she worked so hard for.
Laura, I am grateful for your years of friendship. You made a huge impact on my life and the lives of many, many others. I love you and will miss you forever.
Xav & Gina (Burke) Zavatsky
October 17, 2010
Jim,Ryan,Aaron & family, Laura was so special,caring and generous. You let us share your home when we moved to the area to find a place and we were so grateful. I have wonderful memories of school, girl scouts and life events shared. Love u Laura, God Bless you all.
October 17, 2010
My prayers & thoughts to all of Laura's family & friends during these tough times. Phil Godfray (class of 1974, West Covina High School).
Maureen Clark-Weber
October 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with Laura's family in this time of grief. I went to school with Laura many years ago. I can still see her smile. Her memory will live on and on.
Chad And Debbie King
October 17, 2010
I am deeply saddened to hear about Laura. I wish that I would have had an opportunity to know her as an adult. She was a kind and amazing woman who will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Laura and her family. We are so sorry for this great loss.
Sherri Moss
October 17, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of mourning. I went to high school with Laura and she always had a smile for you.
Teri Figaro-Nicolette
October 17, 2010
I'm so sorry to hear about Laura, went to school with her, and worked with her at Orange Julius, she always had us laughing, was quick witted, always smiling, she will always be missed.
Michael Green
October 17, 2010
I did not know Laura, but her mother Sara is a good friend and I know the apple didn't fall far from the tree. Our thoughts are with the family--at home, at work, and throughout the community.
Brenda Feltham
October 16, 2010
Jim and family, I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Her love will be with you always.
Regards,
Brenda Feltham
Sonny DiMeo
October 16, 2010
Our sincere sympathies to you Jim and your family. Laura will be missed very much. God Bless you and if there is anything that we can do for you, please let us know. The DiMeos
October 15, 2010
As part of Laura's SCH/SCPM family, I extend my deepest sympathy and pray that your spirits are comforted knowing how much she was loved and appreciated. May God bless you all and give you strength to keep on living. Sincerely, Alma Gonzalez
Natosha Skannal
October 15, 2010
Laura, You are an Angel sent from HEAVEN. We are all here but for a moment a mist in the sky and than poof were gone. For that short time, we leave our footprints in the sand. Laura, you left your footprints and they will be hard to follow. You were an inspiration to us all.Your beautiful blue eyes could see right through to our souls. I loved your energy and eagnerness to help anybody. You were such a beautiful person. We love you Laura and you will be with us in our hearts and SCPM forever.
SCPM, SCPM, WE ARE..... FOREVER LONELY WITHOUT YOU, BEAUTIFUL BLUE EYES!!! Natosha and crew
Maria Beltran
October 15, 2010
I am so very sorry for your loss. Laura was a wonderful, kind and caring person she always saw the positive side of people and life she will be deeply missed by all of us here at South County Property Management and at South County Housing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family that god may give you the strength to go forward. Sincerely Maria Beltran-Accounts Payable for SCPM/SCH
Andy Lief
October 15, 2010
Dear Jim and Family,
Laura was a wonderful person, always ready to help others and go out of her way. She really, really helped the property management division thrive and prosper. We will miss her deeply.
Dianne Dudek
October 15, 2010
My deepest sympathies to Jim, Ryan, Aaron and all Laura's family. She was your wife, your mother, your daughter, your sister - and she was my dear friend. I'll always cherish my memories of our laughter over both work and family issues; we really had a hoot with our talks! I know that Laura has touched so many people in her short time with us, and the life that touches the hearts of others, goes on forever in spirit. God bless you, Laura!
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