Lauren Krause Vandegriffe

Lauren “Shorty” was a good friend of mine. I met her in college and we shared some great memories. She was kind, caring, funny and put others before herself. Hurts my heart she is gone and it’s hard to think it’s a reality. I had not talked to Lauren in a while but all the great times we shared are fresh in my memory. I feel for her husband, parents, family and friends. Lauren may be gone but her memory will live forever. Love you, and miss you!!

Form the moment I met Lauren she always carried a smile on her face. She was warm, inviting, vibrant and genuine.

I’ll miss our talks, our instant messages at work, and our laughs together about random things. At the end we would joke about, what all we could put in a air fryer?!?! She had a smile that could light up the whole room.

Brett, Gigi & Family- you are in my prayers and will be. I’m wishing you strength, and am deeply sorry for your loss.

There are no words to express our sadness in our heart for all of you. We will be praying for the comfort you need to get thru this. Baby Lauren is a true gift from God and has the most beautiful Guardian Angel to watch over her. Take care of each other and know we love you all and will be thinking of you and know that baby Lauren will keep your hearts full and help you all.

Brett- On behalf of the Verzino family ( my parents live directly behind you ) I am sending our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Though my parents never met Lauren as they are house-bound, they--like all of us - were devastated when we heard the news. I spoke to you and Lauren a few times-- and at least waved when we saw each other. The times I saw her, Lauren was always kind and had a big smile on her face.. The neighborhood will not be the same without Lauren.

Lauren was always the the same when I saw her at work. When I passed her office we always stopped and chatted about clothes, food, kids whatever, well over my expected break. She made me smile every time I saw her, Lauren is a true light. She was always the same when we encountered each other. All I can think about is your beautiful smile and how she always made me feel special. Lauren, I love ya girl and I'm going to keep smiling because I know that's what you would do.

Love...

I loved Lauren. A kind person through and through.

Proverbs 3:5-6. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take.”
Brett and family, We are praying for God to light your path and reach into your life with his hand of grace to help you through all that you face.
Lauren was very special. Her contagious smile and sweet laugh filled the room no matter where she was. She took excellent care of herself for baby Gigi. Brett, your...

Lauren I will forever miss your beautiful smile, warm heart and contagious zeal for life! My heart aches and is only comforted knowing you are with baby GiGi everyday as an angel on her shoulderWe will always have your spirit with us and one day we shall see you again heaven! In the mean time you have given us such beautiful memories of you and the most gracious gift from god “Baby GiGi”Love always Uncle John