Lauren M. Leite

1945 - 2022

Lauren May (Nichols) Leite, 76, of Wethersfield, passed away peacefully Thursday morning, August 4th, 2022, while surrounded by her loving children. Born December 17th, 1945 in Hartford, CT, Lauren graduated from Bulkeley High School in 1964. She studied accounting at Manchester Community College. Lauren was known by her classmates for her kind spirit and beautiful smile. She was preceded in death by her parents, Nelson Nichols and Elizabeth (Pelletier) Nichols, of Hartford, CT and her younger brother, Craig Nichols, who was her very best friend who she missed dearly. Lauren was immensely proud of her family, loved unconditionally and was happiest when she was spending time with her children and grandchildren. In addition to her husband, Leo Leite, she is survived by her children Traci LaCroix, Elizabeth (Martin) Baker, Ryan Egan, and Craig (Chelsea) Griffen; her eight grandchildren who were her pride and joy, Hayden, Gavin, Bryce, Ryann, River, London, Connor and Collette; her stepdaughters, Lori (Dave) Engengro, Kim (Chad) Martin, and stepson Michael Leite; their children, Anthony, Kirstie, Dylan and Kaylee; her sister in-law Estelle Smith (Norny); nieces and nephew, Allison Launier, Craig Nichols, Jessica Cabinta and their families; as well as many other loved ones and friends who she made feel like family. Lauren was a free-spirited and gentle soul. She had a strong affection for animals, especially birds, Boston Terriers, and rescue dogs, including her current companion, Lily. Lauren always made time to stop and smell the roses, one of her many favorite flowers. She enjoyed being outside and all things nature, especially visiting the Kancamagus Highway in the White Mountains of New Hampshire. She also found great joy and peace while she sat quietly in her button-down shirt with her toes in the water at Misquamicut Beach during sunset. We imagine her there now, watching the waves crashing in with her beautiful blue eyes, listening to an Eagles song with the latest Danielle Steele novel in her hand. Lauren will be forever in our hearts and leaves behind nothing but beautiful memories and loved ones who want nothing more than to honor her legacy. There will be a private celebration of life for her immediate family members. In lieu of flowers and in remembrance of Lauren's life, donations can be made to the Connecticut Humane Society; cthumane.org.