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Laurel Gildwarg Obituary

HAMPTON - Laurel Lillian Gildwarg, 62, of Hampton, passed away on Sunday, April 30, 2017. Laurel was preceded in death by her father, Alfred Fego. Laurel was a loving wife and mother. She had many hobbies and interests. She had a love for Classical and Celtic music, and she could play almost any instrument with strings on it. She also had a great love for animals, kitties were her favorite. Laurel was a cook, a crafter, and gardener; she even canned the vegetables that she grew herself. If you could name it, Laurel could do it. Laurel is survived by, her loving husband of 32 years Gary; daughter, Jennifer A. Gildwarg; brother, Joseph Copsetta; and sisters, Alison LaPata and Wendy Greer. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cancer Society or a local no kill shelter. Cremation Society of Virginia is assisting the family.

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Published by Daily Press on May 7, 2017.

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Bill MacMillan

May 2, 2023

Think of you often and remember the day when we were growing up. It is so hard to believe you have been gone so long. Rest in Peace my friend.

Bill MacMillan

May 2, 2021

It is hard to believe that Laurel has left us I am sure even harder for her family my prayers go out to you all. I grew up with Laurel in Lindenwold from lower grade to when we finished school and I hold onto many memories of our childhood. Laurel you are in my thoughts and memories always, Peace be with her family.

William MacMillan

May 1, 2019

What could be said about a entire childhood shared with a friend like Laurel all the way to finishing high school. Our friendship was one that changed with the days but she was always there for me no matter how mad she was with me. Laurel was a kind person and someone you could depend on. we just hang out near this pond, somewhere if her Grandmother knew would be very upset. Any way we would talk for hours about what was lying a head of us and what we wanted from our future. I am so happy that she got to have one of her dreams of finding a good husband. Wow two year, Laurel you will never be forgotten or the times we shared, say hello to Aunt Lara for me.

Bill MacvMillan

May 19, 2017

How very sad to hear the news that Laurel was called home, we were childhood friends from grade school all the way to 12th. So many memories shared with smiles laughs and yes two hard heads fighting as kids do, I still have scars on my shins to show. I remembering seeking off to my house to listen to the new Beadles albums, we had to seek because her grandmother didn't like Laurel to hand out with boys and was against that kind of music, and oh my if shew got her dress dirty. So many years of memories. Thoughts and Prayers to the family.
years after we were done school I came home from work and my Mom told me someone stopped in to see me, I waled in sat down said hello and then, I am sorry but I don't know who you are! She was so beautiful all grown up. It had been years since I seen her because she had moved away

Alison LaPata

May 7, 2017

Sending hugs and love to you Jenny and Gary.
I'll always remember Laurel playing on her guitar and singing " I got a Daisy on my Toe" to us when we were little. I'll never forget that song, and it reminds me of her always.
And how she was the Only one I'd let brush my "rats nest" of tangled hair. She's in heaven with Grandmom and Grand pop.
Love to you both.

Mrs. Majka

May 7, 2017

Jenny, I am so sorry to learn of your mom's passing. Please accept my heartfelt condolences. From Your 7th English teacher at Thomas Eaton

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