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Laura Irwin Derby

Dallas, Texas

1945 - 2017

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September 15, 2017
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Dallas, Texas
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Laura Irwin DerbyDallasLaura Irwin Derby died on Sept. 15, 2017, at the age of 72. She was a woman of real presence, who had a way of filling a room but never overwhelming it. Friends often remarked on her quiet strength, keen intelligence and disarming sense of humor. Hers was a rare mix of...

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Laura was a beautiful soul. She will always be missed because she meant so much to everyone who crossed in her path. She was a whip smart conversationalist !

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I was a sorority sister of Laura,same class, at SMU. We had been in touch with each other since she and Bob visited Houston some years ago, when my sister Wonnie and I met her for lunch. It was so nice getting re-acquainted, as I had such fond memories of her in school. Beautiful and smart, and well-traveled for a girl our age, Laura always seemed so much more sophisticated than the rest of us! I'll never forget a lovely lunch with her and her father at Rockefeller Plaza on my first trip...

Heartfelt condolences are extended to your family at this difficult time. Seek the love and support God provides to help you cope during this time - Psalms 29:11

My sincere condolences to Laura's family, thinking of you all at this awful time x

My sincere condolences. God is a God of comfort and may he give you the comfort and strength you need in such difficult time. I am very sorry for your loss. My warmest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.

We had the pleasure of knowing Laura for 25 years. She was a lovely lady and the most gracious hostess. Visiting her and Bob and being a guest in their home was always a delightful and memorable experience, as Laura always made us feel like family.

Our condolences to the family.

Our heartfelt condolences to Laura's family and friends.

She was interesting, smart and had a fierce spirit.

All best wishes
Dick/Anita Sheffield