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Laureen Soloway Obituary


2020-01-15
On Sunday January 12, 2020 Mrs. Laureen Frances Soloway (nee Colyer), age 59 years, passed away peacefully with family by her side at Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre. Laurie was a lifelong resident of Thunder Bay. There was nothing more important to her than family. She demonstrated her love by visiting family all over Canada while battling cancer, traveling right up until her final days. 

She will be lovingly remembered and dearly missed by her husband Gordon Soloway, daughters and grand children Jennifer Godden (Liam and Nigel), Angela Halvorsen (Natasha and Brennan), Elizabeth Soloway (William and Colin), Blair Capar (Genia and Rhionna).

Laureen worked for many years at BDO Dunwoody as an accounting tech and also in insolvency where she loved crunching numbers and became close with several of her co-workers.

Special thanks from our family to Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre Cancer Care Team for the tremendous support and care you provided us. We would also like to thank Cumberland Regional Health Centre (Ambulatory care and the blood bank) for making it possible to spend time over the holidays in Nova Scotia surrounded by family and love.

As per Laurie's wishes there will not be a service. Donations in memory of Laureen Soloway can be made to Thunder Bay Regional Cancer Centre or a charity of your choice.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Simpler Times Cremation Centre, 332 North May Street, Thunder Bay.

Please sign the online condolences at everestofthunderbay.com

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Published by The Thunder Bay Chronicle Journal on Jan. 16, 2020.

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Nowell Sleep

April 13, 2020

Gord, Jennifer, Angela, Elizabeth and Blair and families: My deepest sympathy to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. I have so many fond memories of Laurie and am so grateful to have met her. From the time she looked after my kids, from when she worked at BDO and then reconnecting recently. Laurie was a very strong women with a great smile. She truly fought the fight and I am very sorry for your loss. Hugs to all of you.
Sincerely,
Nowell Sleep

January 21, 2020

My deepest sympathy to Gord and family. I met Laurie through Gord many years ago and crossed paths again through her role at BDO. She was a delight to work with.
Cheryl Spenard

DENNIS BATTIGELLI

January 19, 2020

my deepest sympathy to Gord & your family...
it was always a delight to work along with Laurie
who was exceptional & a breath of fresh air & good humour

sadly
Dennis Battigelli

Claudia Shlapski

January 18, 2020

So saddened and shocked at Laurie's passing. I knew her from dog walks at LPH, where we would chat, have a laugh, etc. She was a great fighter, and always maintained her pain with a smile. My condolences to her family, and many friends who loved her. I will miss our chats. RIP, my friend!

Michele Iuvancigh

January 18, 2020

To Laureen's Family
Our deepest sympathies to the family. We were classmates both at Shuniah and Lakeview. It's been a very long time, but we remember having a lot of laughs. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely, Michele (Kreikmann) and Terry Iuvancigh

Gordon and Judith Bradshaw

January 18, 2020

Our deepest sympathy on Laurie's passing. Glad we had a few visits with her at the cancer clinic. Gord, our thoughts go out to you and family.

January 17, 2020

I was saddened to read that Laureen had passed away after such a courageous struggle to live at such a young age. My memories of Laureen as an enthusiastic, lovely friendly and responsible student in my grade four class at Shuniah School are so vivid. I extend my deepest condolences to Laureen's lioving family.
Irenne Tarnowski ( Miss Fras )
Delta, B.C.

Doug & Sarah Gregory

January 17, 2020

It's always difficult to say goodbye to those special people in our lives. Laurie was definitely one of those special people. It was a privilege knowing Laurie and her family - they made my life richer. Sarah and I enjoyed our visits with Laurie and all of you these past few years. We may no longer see Laurie's smile or hear her laugh but, our memories will keep her close forever.

January 17, 2020

We are very sad to hear the Passing of you wife. Are condolences to Gord and family from Florida And Dale Potec.

Virginia Warren

January 16, 2020

I am so sorry for your great loss no words seem enough, I'm sending all of your family my deepest condolences. Hugs for everyone too.

Valerie Vidotto

January 16, 2020

Rest In Peace Lori. This has been a long a painful illness for you. You were very much loved by your family and friends.
I will never forget you.

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