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LAURA STUKEY Obituary

STUKEY Our loving wife, daughter, sister, aunt, and stepmom, joined our Heavenly Father on T hursday, May 6, 2010 succumbing to the late effects of radiation treatment for Hodgkin's Lymphoma in 1974. Born September 25, 1949 in Fargo, ND, Laura grew up on the family dairy farm in Hawley, MN. Laura enjoyed her youth swimming and ice-skating with her three younger siblings on the lakes and ponds near their farm and wagon rides with her Dad's Belgian Draft horses. Laura graduated from Josef's School of Hair Design in Fargo, in 1968 and worked there for a short time, moved to Minneapolis, and reloca ted in 1974 to San Francisco. She met her soul mate, Bob Stukey, in March 1986 and spent 24 wonderful years together. Laura enjoyed photography and camping, leaving the entire family a legacy of her travels and family events with all of her photo albums. Laura is survived by her loving husband, Bob Stukey; father, Robert Asleson; sister, Jeannie (John) Buttolph; brothers, David (Gina) Asleson, Jim Asleson; stepdaughters, Stefanie Stukey, Brook Testerman; and stepson, Chad Stukey. Laura was predeceased b y her mother Gloria Asleson. A celebration of her life will be held on September 5, 2010, in Rollag, MN.

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Published by Los Angeles Daily News on May 16, 2010.

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Jolene Hamann

August 28, 2010

My Dear Aunt Laura,

It's hard to believe you're actually not with us anymore... I always wished I could have spent more time with you, miles and circumstances beyond our control kept us apart too often... I remember you gave me my first perm when we were in CA for the summer and I saw "Annie" the movie and wanted to look like her! And posing for pictures with Chuck and Annie in the park. I'll never forget you (and Uncle Bob) coming all the way to Northern CA just to pick me up to visit while I was stationed there. And it was wonderful to have had you at my wedding. I will always treasure my memories of you.

I'll also never forget that no matter where my brother and I were, you found us and kept in touch even for the many years we had no contact with anyone else in the family. I wish I could tell you how much that meant and still means to Chuck and I.

As sad as we are to no longer have you with us, I am overjoyed you are no longer struggling or in pain.

We love you and miss you!

Jolene (and Dave, Josh, and Fox) Hamann
and Chuck Asleson

August 4, 2010

Dear Laura.
Thank you for all the best time we have since I met you at the thai restaurant. I still can't believe. I will always remember your beautiful smile and kindness that I got from you and Bob. Love you both

Kay from Thai cottage

June 18, 2010

Dear Bob,
We were blessed to know Laura and will forever cherish the beautiful album she put together for us when we opened our new "Blondies." We are grateful Laura chose to come work in the Bishop salon.
Bob, we can only imagine how difficult losing Laura is for you. Be good to yourself.
Bob and Bobbi Schaefer

Tormod Ravndal

June 14, 2010

Dear Laura.
Thank you for all the memories we have since we met you and Bob during our visit at Christmas time 2000. We can't believe that you now is not among us any more, but we know that you have reached a better place. Thank you for your hospitality, your love and kindness toward us. We will never forget you. Many thoughts go to you, Bob, as well. We lit the peace of Laura's memory.
Many greetings from
Ann Jorunn and Tormod Ravndal, Tonsberg, Norway.

Antoinette Ramos-Golinghorst

June 12, 2010

Well Lala,

My red truck driver, my hair stylist of the most, my modeling trainer, my new restaurant finder, my research mentor, my purse dealer, my listener, my godmother, my aunt, my second mom.....you are gone from me on earth, but in my heart and in heaven watching over me. I can see your smile.

Thank you for so many fun times laughing and always playing. Thank you for taking care of me from birth, to the college I attended, to the man I married. You played such a big part of my life - from everyday to the big momentous occasions. In each, you taught me to smile, breath deeply and love as hard as I could. All the while, photographing every moment to share with those in the future.

Your lasting friendships were honorable. Your persistence for keeping in touch and sending a written note, admirable. Oh, and those nails!

I truly miss you and wish you could be part of more memories to come. That's the hardest thing.

I love you, love you, love you, Lala.

Stay stylish and sassy godmamma!

xoxo, Annie (Lance & Bailey)

Jim Asleson

June 10, 2010

Dear Sister Laura,

Thank you for being my sister. We had so many good times and memories growing up together on the farm. The life lessons you taught me are still with me today.

The travels to see you and Bob were the greatest! The trips that you and Bob took to the farm and the funny, goofy things you would have us do created great memories for me.

By your photography, you captured special times, and anyone who reads this will remember those times knowing that you made them possible.

Bob, you are the best person Laura could ever have dreamed of and a terrific brother in law. Thank you.

Even though I miss you every day, I know that you are at peace.

Say "Hi" to Mom.

I love you and I miss you,

Jim

Jeannie Buttolph

May 22, 2010

Dearest Sister Laura:

So many loving memories. You put pink sponge curlers in my hair when I was little, and sang songs to me when I was afraid. We laughed and cried together through the years. One of the most amazing things you did was marry Bob Stukey! I will cherish you forever and see you in heaven ~ give Mom and Grandma Ella a big hug from me until I get there.

Loving you dearly ~ Jeannie

John, Collin, Stefanie

May 20, 2010

Laura was a wonderful person who will be greatly missed. She left behind a lot of great memories. I know she's up in heaven getting her her hair and nails done of course. We'll miss you Laura.

Mary Engelschall-Hunter

May 19, 2010

Bob and Family... I have such wonderful memories of Laura at our family reunions. You are all in my thoughts during this extremely difficult time!!
I send this with love and sympathy.

May 19, 2010

Dear Bob: We're so sorry for your loss. Laura was a very sweet person. I really enjoyed the talks we had at our family reunions. It was great that
you enjoyed your European vacation together........something you will
always cherish and add to your wonderful memories. God Bless
Norma Bauer

May 19, 2010

Laura
You were my sister & good friend. I miss your phone calls & emails keeping everyone abreast of the goings on. The emptiness I feel may dwindle with time, but your memories will live in my heart forever. I look forward to the day we are together again.
Bob, thank you for the care & comfort you gave Laura. May God give you the comfort you need. You are the best brother-in-law anyone could have!

Dave

Sandra Bingham

May 19, 2010

Dear Bob,

I am so sorry for your loss. You have my sympathy.

May 19, 2010

Laura, the first grandchild in the Rolle family, was so special and loving. This bright brown eyed little girl was so delightful. We miss her Emails, cards for every occasion and telephone calls...just to keep in touch. Bob, you have certainly provided love and care giving in sickness and in health. She is dearly missed. Aunt Darlene & Uncle Richard Rolle

Bob Stukey

May 18, 2010

Laura My Dear sweet wife I miss you every moment of every day. I know how you suffered our last few months with out any complaints. I know you are with Jesus and your new life is now happy and joyous and free of suffering. My tears won't stop as this emptiness without you is so painful. Your beautiful pictures remind me of our every moment together and all the people you made so very happy with your legacy of photos. Someday we will be together again and I can put my arms around you once again. Love you forever Bob

penny Levy

May 17, 2010

I can't believe my Dearest friend is gone . Many times in my day I go to call her or e-mail her. She has been a very important person in our family life. Laura always wanted to make everyone look good that is what made her the excellent hair professional she was! She could make anyone feel better about themselfs! she was super talened that was her legacy! Laura you were a part of my family life also for so many years - I will so miss you!!!!
Penny Levy a long time friend

May 17, 2010

Dear Bob,we were so sad to hear of dear Laura's passing. We only knew her for a short time, but we had a wonderful tour with you,learning what a gracious lady,with a sense of humour Laura was.We will never forget her.Our thoughts are with you Bob.

Love from Janis and Stan(keating)

May 17, 2010

Dear laura,
thank you for been a true friend all these years, we will miss you very much. Bob, we grieve with you, she was a special lady and a special friend.

Jaime Gallo in behalf of the Gallo family.

Connie Klooster

May 17, 2010

Laura was like a sister to me, sharing both the joy and pain of everyday life. Despite her pain she carried on and continued to keep her sense of humor and love for my brother, Bob. Our lives were blessed by her wonderful, caring personality. Laura will be greatly missed by all of us!

Maria De Luna and family

May 17, 2010

Bob - Our condolences to you and your family.

May 17, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bob. ISS Planning and Estimating.

May 17, 2010

i was blessed by knowing Laura. She was a wonderful and giving person. I enjoyed her and Bob as great neighbors. My sympathy to you, Bob. Audrey Harter Campbell

May 17, 2010

Bob, Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of loss. We will always cherish our time spent with you both. Love, Ron and Kathy Shepherd

May 17, 2010

"Thank you Laura, that we got the chance to know you. You and Bob showed such hospitality and warmth when we visited you. We will miss you Laura, but you will forever remain in our memory."

Gunilla, Mikael, May and Asta ( Sweden)

May 17, 2010

Dear Bob,
We grieve with you at Laura's death;
we will be with you at in Rollag at the Memorial Service. Laura was special and we will miss her.
Love, Uncle Vic and Aunt Jean

May 16, 2010

Laura was a wonderful friend to Andrew and i. She was a beautiful woman on the inside and the outside. She was so full of joy and she lived her life to the fullest until the very end. Laura will be missed as whole lot but she wlll always be remembered for her kindness and her warmth she has shown us both., We love you Laura! Cant wait to see you in heaven. Love you Danielle & Andrew Ramos

Andy Kenny

May 16, 2010

Laura was a very deeply loving and giving person who adored her family. She loved celebrating our lives and documenting our family times with her beautiful and very professional photos. Her direct manner made get togethers and conversation very fun.
Bob is a living saint who adored her. He took the absolute best care of her anybody could!

Jeff & Betty Nolls

May 16, 2010

In ways big and small, Laura left this world a better place and touched many hearts. May your beautiful memories of Laura comfort you. God Bless You and Family.

Julia Fulton

May 16, 2010

Laura was a wonderful woman who brought much joy and happiness to all who knew her. She will be sorely missed.

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