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Anne Marie Lauritzen
1962 - 2023
Anne Marie Lauritzen
1962 - 2023
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BORN
1962
DIED
2023
Anne Lauritzen Obituary
Anne Marie Lauritzen, nee Barthel, age 60, of Ogden Dunes, formerly of Munster, IN. After a long battle with cancer, Anne passed away peacefully on Monday, February 6, 2023. Loving wife of Jay Kelly Lauritzen. Devoted mother of Jacob, Bailey, and Jenna Lauritzen; step-mother of Janet (Christopher) Crosley, and Carrie (Jason) Lauritzen-Vicari. Cherished step-grandmother of Madelyn, Charles, James, and John. Loving grandmother to fur babies Geppetto and Smokey. Dear sister of Cynthia (Richard) Gunkel, Patricia Talbot, and the late Richard Barthel Jr. Kind and loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents Richard Sr. and Patricia Barthel. Anne loved the beach, gardening, baking, boating, water skiing, and watching the deer in her backyard. Anne was known for all of her loving and endless hugs, was loved by many, and will be deeply missed.
Memorial visitation Saturday, February 11, 2023 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 6:00 p.m. Smits Funeral Home James E. Janusz, Director 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.) Dyer, IN, with Deacon Tim Springer officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Crown of Life Church 2825 E. Cleveland Ave. Hobart, IN, 46342, the American Cancer Society, or Your Favorite Charity, are greatly appreciated.
For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com.
4 Entries
Paul Mcneal
February 11, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Jennifer Anderson
February 9, 2023
Whenever I was lucky enough to attend one of Carrie's fabulous get-togethers, Anne was always the first person to make me feel welcome - every single time. She always was genuinely interested in what people had to say and I always looked forward to seeing her at these events. She was so kind hearted and welcoming. My deepest condolences to all of you on the loss of this sweet soul.
Jennifer Humphries
February 8, 2023
Anne was a sweet lady and we will always remember her. My husband, my mom, and I met her at Crown of Life. She was loving and kind. My husband, my mom, and I both agree it is a blessing to have known her.
Karen Fancher
February 8, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but the little daily reminders of what she did and who she was can help in coping with your loss. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
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