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Laurel Scaffidi Obituary
Laurel Scaffidi, 52, of Amherst Junction, died peacefully at home on her birthday, Saturday August 15, 2015. Her death followed a nearly decade-long battle with a rare neurological condition. This condition, which robbed her of many of her abilities, could not break her spirit.
Laurel was known for her endless energy, can-do attitude, sense of humor, and love of adventure. She was passionate about all things horses and passed down her passion to her daughters, of whom she was immensely proud.
Laurel was born on August 15, 1963 in Valders, WI, the daughter of Edwin Mayer and Vera "Vickie" Mayer. She married Don Scaffidi at St. Peter Catholic Church in Stevens Point on October 29, 1988.
Laurel will be greatly missed by her husband, Don, and daughters Alexandra and Abigail. She will also be missed by sisters, Melanie (John) Albright and Lisa Mayer (Don Sharek); brother, Mark (Kathleen) Mayer; brother-in-law, Sam (Linda) Scaffidi; sisters-in-law Marjorie Scaffidi, Joanie (Jeff) Scheirer, Julie (Peter) Schmitz, Maria (Dave) Koch, and Carla (Dan) Gilchrist; many nieces, nephews, and friends. Laurel was preceded in death by her parents and her parents-in-law Sam and Mary Scaffidi. A memorial in her name will be established at a later date.
A Mass of Christian burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, August 27 at St. Bronislava Catholic Church in Plover. Visitation will be held at 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service at the Church. Also, all are welcome to join the family at a reception to remember Laurel from 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Wednesday August 26, 2015 at Sentry World, 601 N. Michigan Ave., Stevens Point. Pisarski Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family. For on line condolences please visit www.pisarskifuneralhome.com
The loving care that Laurel received allowed her to remain in her home throughout her entire illness. Special thanks to all friends, family, and caregivers who assisted the family with Laurel's care.
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Gordie Adamczak
August 27, 2015
Don and Family, Our deepest sympathies for your loss. You are in our prayers...
Sincerely, Gordie & Lisa
August 26, 2015
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep your family in prayer. Laurel was such a super person - beautiful both inside and out. May God be with you all during this difficult time. Steve and Kathi Hand
Bob Menning
August 26, 2015
Don, I am at a loss for words. You and your girls will be in my prayers. Laurel was a AWESOME Lady. I will always remember the fantastic camping trips we had.
Marlene Mansavage
August 26, 2015
Laurel sat in front of me in her days at Sentry Insurance. I remember her planning her new home. She was so excited. She never forgot her Sentry friends, always stopping to chat when she saw you. Don & girls , I am so sorry for your loss.
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Susan Barsness
August 25, 2015
Our love to you all: Don, Abby, & Alex. We will always remember the fun summer time shared boating on the river with Laurel & the family. Sara mentioned getting to know Laurel while boating & liking her so well. While helping with your move we have fond memories of Laurel being so happy showing us all your lovely home & the wonderful kitchen decor from her selections of cabinets & counter tops. Her love of horses being so strong that she was helping the builders get the stable completed as soon a possible by dropping the sides into the frame in order to provide her horses a nice inside place to train. She was a go getter even taking apart her own wash machine to try to fix it in order to not wait longer until a repair man could get there. So good with your daughters taking them across the country traveling to the horse shows.
A very strong woman. You are all in our prayers. Don, you have been a very good friend to Doug. Thank you, Doug & Sue
Sandra Kawleski
August 24, 2015
Don and family - Gary and I are so sorry for your loss - we hope that the happy memories help you through a very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ken & Sharen Repinski & Family
August 23, 2015
Don, so sorry to hear of the passing of Laurel. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers
August 23, 2015
Dear Don, Abby and Alex, Please accept our sincere condolences for the loss of your wife and mom. You all have been in our thoughts and prayers through the years. Laurel was a person of great cheerfulness and energy and we enjoyed being around her.
Sincerely, Karen, Kevin, Camille and Mary Claire
August 23, 2015
Laurel was a childhood neighbor/friend/classmate and I am sorry to hear about her battle. May she rest in peace and prayers to her entire family.
Sherry Tucker
August 22, 2015
Don and girls I am so very sorry for your loss. Laurel was a special person and she loved her family and spending time with her horses. She would always come into the Portage County humane Society and see me and donate for the animals. She had a heart of gold.
Marcy Mirman
August 22, 2015
Don and girls
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Todd Depner
August 21, 2015
Don and girls,
You have our deepest sympathy. Laurel was a wonderful person and I will always remember the fun times we all had throughout the years I lived and worked for you. Take care and God Bless.
Julie Lassa & John Moe
August 21, 2015
Don, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You have our deepest sympathy.
August 20, 2015
Don, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ginny Richert and Bob Hudson
Jane Burroughs
August 20, 2015
Don and daughters, my most sincere sympathy for the loss of Laurel. I met her only briefly years ago, through my daughter Kris, as she was showing us your beautiful new home in Amherst, that you both would soon be moving into. She was so welcoming, and an excited, proud, and joyful newlywed as she looked forward to married life in the country. I'm sure she left many wonderful memories with all the lives she touched. Peace and Blessings to her family.
Bill & Betty (Heartland Stables) Foss
August 20, 2015
Our memories of Laurel will never be forgotten. We send you our deepest sympathy.
Paul and Carol Duquette
August 20, 2015
Don, our thoughts and prayers are with you, your daughters and Laurel's family.
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