Concord, New Hampshire
Laurie MacLean Warriner
Concord, NH - Laurie MacLean Warriner of Concord, NH passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the age of 62 after a valiant fight against metastatic breast cancer. Laurie was known for her radiant smile, her vibrant laugh, her quick wit, and infectious sense of humor. The daughter of Blair (Bamford) and Larry MacLean, she grew up in the South End where she enjoyed listening to Carole King on her record player and biking around town. She was a straight A student, the lead majorette at Concord High School, and the best water skier on Lake Massasecum.
Laurie proudly served as Vice President and Year Book Director of MacLean-Stevens Studios, a school portrait and photography business owned by her parents that became the largest family-owned business of its kind in New England. Most recently, she worked at the Paper Store in Concord where she took delight in serving her regular customers. In both roles, she built deep friendships with her colleagues that she cherished.
In 1990, she met the love of her life, Wade Warriner. She would often joke that from the moment she walked through the door at his home, she never left. Their love was unwavering, filled with laughter, and a healing force for both of them. They married in 1992 and welcomed their daughter, Christina in 1994. Christina was the greatest accomplishment of her life, her mini me, and her best friend. Wade, Christina, and Laurie's mother Blair, brought Laurie her deepest joy.
Laurie's story was not easy, but her life was marked by great resilience and a quiet strength. She lived life on her own terms, was as stubborn as she was loyal, and was a resilient survivor. No matter how many times she was down, you could never count her out, and her bold spirit will be deeply missed.
Laurie is survived by her husband of 32 years, Wade Warriner, her daughter Christina Warriner, and Christina's fiancé, Eric Hamilton, and her father Larry MacLean, and his wife Patsy MacLean. She also leaves behind countless friends who have become family. She is predeceased by her beloved mother Blair, who passed just 35 days before Laurie.
As per her wishes, her family is privately inviting loved ones to a celebration of her life. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the New Hampshire Harm Reduction Coalition.
After I retired, I picked up a part time job at the Paper Store where I had the privilege of working with Laurie. What a wonderful person! She had a ready laugh, beautiful smile and was always willing to help customers and staff alike. I will cherish all of the laughs we had together. Heaven has gained an angel. She will be missed by many.
Ginny Hast
March 04, 2025 | Work
Laurie - I will always remember your kind, friendly, outgoing spirit. You always made The Paper Store brighter for all that knew you - staff and customers alike. You are so loved and you will be so missed.
Grace Denney
February 20, 2025 | Work
Many years have went by, will always remember you with love and kindness, laughter and joy. God Bless you my friend. I wish I could of seen you again, but time has a way to distance friends. All love to you . Until we see each other again , may the lord hold you in the palm of his hands my friend.
Susan Anguish
February 20, 2025 | Friend
My thoughts and prayers to all family. May she rest in peace with her Mom by her side.
Shana Warriner
February 20, 2025 | Family
Dear Christina, may the love of your family and friends sustain you through the grief of your beautiful Mama! Sending you much love,
Katina Cummings
February 19, 2025 | ST JOHNSBURY, VT | Friend
Offering sincere condolences to Christina and to the family and friends who knew the love of this beautiful woman. She is gone too soon. Peace to all.
Eileen Ehlers
February 19, 2025 | Hooksett, NH
Laurie and I shared baton twirling at Rundlett and had a friendship up to high school until we graduated. She was brilliant and a lot of fun. God bless to her dad Larry, her brother, and husband and family
Sue Reagan Lebrecht
February 19, 2025
May the happy memories Laurie created be a blessing to her family. Sounds like Laurie continued to be a cheerleader her whole life. Sorry for your loss. We graduated together.
Maureen Richards
February 19, 2025 | School
My sincere condolences to Wade and christina, Laurie was a wonderful person and will be missed by all who had the opertunity to know her. God has gained another angel
Tom Luckern
February 19, 2025 | Friend
