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Laura Szendrei Obituary
SZENDREI, Laura Michelle April 2, 1995 - September 26, 2010 With heavy hearts, Rachael and Michael Szendrei announce the tragic loss of their beloved daughter Laura Michelle Szendrei on September 26, 2010. Laura leaves behind her loving sister Sarah (Kevin), grandparents Louie and Yvonne Szendrei and Marco and Betty Rotaro, Aunties Sharon and Katherine, Uncles Rory, David and Joey, cousins Tia, Vanessa, Nicole, April and many loving relatives and countless friends. Our precious Laura`s smile will shine on in our hearts forever. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Caring Hearts Foundation or Surdel Girls Soccer Association in Laura`s name. SPECIAL THANKS TO THE ICU TEAM AT ROYAL COLUMBIA HOSPITAL
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Ronald Del Rosario
April 30, 2023
Surely you'll be remembered forever in the hearts of those who love's you and care for you.
Catherine, Kelsey and Kody
October 22, 2010
To Mike, Rachael, Sarah, and to all whose lives Laura touched - you are all truly blessed as you have met an angel.
Susan Knapp
October 14, 2010
We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. As a mom and I'm sure alot of other mom's would have gladly taken her place,but since we could not have done this, just to let you know our hearts feel so heavy for you and your family! Our community is so small and we know Aunty Sharon from an organization near and dear to us all!! We hope G-d will watch over you,and we want you to know we are all feeling so bad for you. All of our community is feeling so bad for you!!! Our blessings are with you all!!!
rory szendrei
October 14, 2010
this is rory szendrei.thanks for all your support.laura there is so much i didnt get to say and do .i hope you forgive me.love allways your uncle rory.
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Victoria H
October 13, 2010
My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the family of Laura.. may she rest in peace
Ron, Lorraine Phillips
October 8, 2010
Dear Szendrei family, our deepest sympathy to you, we are so sorry for your loss. May Laura rest in peace, god bless you.
October 8, 2010
Szendrei Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow
Gordon & Darlene McDonald
Judy Rozsas
October 7, 2010
To the Szendrei ,
My deepest condolences to you all. I cannot imaging your pain.She is an angel looking down on you now and beside you forever. God Bless you all.....
Lorne & Joan Giesbrecht
October 6, 2010
Our hearts ache for you in the loss of your beautiful daughter. We can't begin to imagine the pain you are going through. May you sense God's loving arms holding you and your family close as He promises to be close to those whose hearts are breaking!! Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
Martina
October 5, 2010
It is not fair for such a young life to be taken from us. I pray that one day soon justice will be served. I hope memories of your little girl will help you through this time of grieving and remember that she will always be in your hearts.
Gutierrez Family
October 5, 2010
To the family and friends of this beautiful girl. We are so sorry for your loss, I can't stop crying every time I see her picture, she was adorable. May her sweet soul rest in peace, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
J & F Logan
October 5, 2010
To the Family and Friends,
May the peace which comes from the memories of of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead
Kim Engen
October 4, 2010
To the family and friends,
although words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss, I send you my sincere condolences and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. She was taken far too young and her smile will love on forever!
The Motola Family
October 4, 2010
Dear Rachael and family,
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful daughter.
May fond memories of Laura comfort you during this difficult
time. Our thoughts are with you.
October 4, 2010
rachael---my sincere condolences
ned-spot
Leah Williams
October 4, 2010
To the friends and family of Laura im so sorry for your loss she will be remembered and will live on forever around us in paradise and will always be loved be strong and take care!
Leah williams brittani and kody
Tina Anderson
October 4, 2010
I would like to send my sincere condolences and prayers to the family and friends of this beautiful girl, taken far too young. I did not know her, but as a parent of a teenager, I feel the pain. I am so sorry for your loss.
Silvia and Family
October 3, 2010
My family and I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter Laura. She was loved by all who met her and her smile will live on forever.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Greg Barton
October 3, 2010
To the Family and Friends of Laura
Szendrei, my deepest condolences go
out to you. I live in Ontario and
this has upset me to no end.
She is still with you though. Look
and see odd things that are going
on around your residence, that is
her.
Take Care and Be Well,All Of You,Greg
Bonnie Zarchynski
October 3, 2010
Rachael, Mike and Sarah,
My thoughts nad prayers are with you at this time. My deepest condolences on the loss of your precious daughter.
Doris Mayer
October 3, 2010
Our very deepest condolences and sympathy to Laura''s family. May you take comfort in knowing that you are not alone, Laura, will continue to live on in the minds of so many lives she has touched. Now she is Gods Angel and at peace
in Paradise.
Wendy Somerville Collins
October 3, 2010
Rachael,Mike,Sarah,
There are no words to express your tragic loss of your daughter Laura.Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family and friends at this very difficult time.You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Wendy Somerville-Collins and Ron Collins Vancouver,B.C.
anna d'amore
October 3, 2010
Our deepest condolences on the tragic loss of such a beautiful child.
Anna D' Amore - Montreal, Quebec
October 2, 2010
Our deepest sympathies to the family
Barb & Harry Silverman
Krista Fick
October 2, 2010
To the Szendrei family we offer our sincerest condolences at this time of great loss. We wish you all strength and peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. The Fick family.
Lenin-Gil Phillips
October 2, 2010
RIP to u, justice will be served
Jenn H
October 1, 2010
To the Szendrei Family.
From my family to yours, I wish to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers. Sending love and blessings from our family to yours,
Jenn, Sean and Ariana
Darlene MacLean
October 1, 2010
To The Szendrei Family, My sincere and deepest sympathies to you for the loss of your beautiful daughter Laura. Although I did not know Laura, my daughter Melanie went to school with Sara. She is deeply sadened by the loss as well. May God Bless you all in this tragic time and I will pray for you and your well being. With great sorrow, Darlene MacLean and Melanie Guindon, Delta, B.C.,
October 1, 2010
My family is so sorry for your lose, may god lessen your pain.B.Bengert
Chet Veitch
October 1, 2010
To the Szendrei family
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our hearts go out to you. May you find comfort and peace through fond memories of your precious daughter.
Chet, Connor and Mitchell
Courtney Liem
October 1, 2010
Laura, I'll never forget your little smiling face at the rink. You will never be forgotten.
Love Peace and Chicken Grease
Rishma
October 1, 2010
IN THE LIGHT
A shadow of joy flickered; it is me.
I told you I wouldn't leave.
My spirit is with you.
My memories, my thoughts are imbedded deep in your heart.
I still love you.
Do not for one moment think that you have been abandoned.
I am in the Light.
In the corner, in the hall, the car, the yard -
these are the places I stay with you.
My spirit rises every time you pray for me,
but my energy comes closer to you.
Love does not diminish, it grows stronger.
I am the feather that finds you in the yard,
the dimmed light that grows brighter in your mind,
I place our memories for you to see.
We lived in our special way,
a way that now has its focus changed.
I still crave your understanding
and long for the many words of prayer
and good fortune for my soul.
I am in the Light.
As you struggle to adjust without me, I watch silently.
Sometimes I summon up all the strength of my new world
to make you notice me.
Impressed by your grief,
I try to impress my love deeper into your consciousness.
As you should, I call out to the Heavens for help.
You should know that the fountain of youth does exist.
My soul is now healthy.
Your love sends me new found energy.
I am adjusting to this new world.
I am with you
I am in the Light.
Please don't feel bad that you can't see me.
I am with you wherever you go.
I protect you, just as you protected me so many times.
Talk to me and somehow I will find a way to answer you.
Mother, father, son or daughter it makes no difference.
Brother, sister, lover, husband or wife,
it makes no difference.
Whatever our connection - friend or even foe-
I see you with my new eyes.
I am learning to help wherever you are,
wherever I am needed.
This can be done because
I am in the Light.
When you feel despair, reach out to me.
I will come.
Our love for you truly does transcend from Heaven to Earth.
Finish your life with the enthusiasm and zest that you had
when we were together in the physical sense.
You owe this to me, but more importantly,
you owe it to yourself.
Life continues for both of us.
I am with you because I love you
I am in the Light...
** From a mother to a mother... I am sorry for your loss
Erin Quinn
October 1, 2010
So very sorry for this tragic loss of your amazing Laura. Sarah, Mike and Rachel...and to everyone whose lives have been touched by this anguish, our hearts are with you.
Samantha Hodgins
October 1, 2010
I offer you my sincerest condolences on the tragic death of Laura. May God bless your family and her friends and lift you all up in spirit and strength.
J
September 30, 2010
Friend, please don't mourn for me
I'm still here, though you don't see.
I'm right by your side each night and day
And within your heart I long to stay.
My body is gone but I'm always near.
I'm everything you feel, see or hear.
My spirit is free, but I'll never depart
As long as you keep me alive in your heart.
I'll never wander out of your sight-
I'm the brightest star on a summer night.
I'll never be beyond your reach-
I'm the warm moist sand when you're at the beach.
I'm the colourful leaves when Autumn's around
And the pure white snow that blankets the ground.
I'm the beautiful flowers of which you're so fond,
The clear cool water in a quiet pond.
I'm the first bright blossom you'll see in the spring,
The first warm raindrop that April will bring.
I'm the first ray of light when the sun starts to shine,
And you'll see that the face in the moon is mine.
When you start thinking there's no one to love you,
You can talk to me through the Lord above you.
I'll whisper my answer through the leaves on the trees,
And you'll feel my presence in the soft summer breeze.
I'm the hot salty tears that flow when you weep
And the beautiful dreams that come while you sleep.
I'm the smile you see on a baby's face.
Just look for me, friend, I'm every place!
Jordan R
September 30, 2010
I watch as communities get bound together over the tragedy, condolences from Abbotsford. May your family find peace and closure during this very emotional time.
Michelle W
September 30, 2010
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beautiful daughter.
deb&steve williams
September 30, 2010
So sorry for the terrible loss of your daughter...She is now an angel at peace.
Prayers to you all
September 30, 2010
R.I.P Laura may you find peace where you are now , my condolences to the Szendrei family during this difficult time
Katie Mebs
September 30, 2010
I am terribly sorry for your loss.
My love is with the Szendrei family.
Serena Sneddon
September 30, 2010
So sorry... she will be missed. Too bad I never got to meet her. RIP Laura <3
Wendy Colville
September 30, 2010
To The Szendrei Family,
The loss of your precious baby girl has affected so many people across the whole country. I pray for your family everyday and hope that some day you can smile again. Laura was a beautiful girl with a heart of gold, may she rest in peace. She is an angel now watching over all of you xo
Claudia Guzman
September 30, 2010
There are no words to ever express what you as , family and friends are going through at this time of loss.
This has touched all communities and one I will always carry with me forever :( . I am SO sorry for your pain.
DAN BROWN
September 30, 2010
R.I.P. ANGEL
Bev Mulock
September 30, 2010
•What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch, we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget
You have my sincere condolences on the loss of your precious daughter LAURA.
Lorraine Bunnah
September 30, 2010
i am so sorry for your loss, words cannot express the loss of your beautiful Laura.My thoughts and prayers are with you all..*TEARS*
Debbie Z
September 30, 2010
The loss of your daughter Laura is so very tragic. Please find some comfort knowing that the North Delta community is grieving with you.
Robin Sheardown
September 30, 2010
To the Szendrei Family & Friends:
I have no words to express to you my sadness for the loss of Laura. The world is a lesser place without her. But I know she is with God and the angels, and even Heaven has improved by her presence there. I know you too are sure of this, and yet this knowledge can't diminish her loss or your grief.
Viola
September 30, 2010
Though I don't know your Laura, she has touched my heart so deeply, as she has so, so many. May God hold you in the palm of his hand.
Carolyn
September 30, 2010
I will always remember four beautiful young girls coming to skating with Laura's Auntie Sharon and am heartbroken that we as a community have lost this sweet and vibrant young person. Our hearts go out to her parents, sister, extended family and her friends. This is just so wrong and she will be truly missed.
Trevor Jensen
September 30, 2010
There are no words that can express how sorry we are at your loss and no words that can make it any easier for you and your family at this incredibly difficult time.
Your daughter Laura was an amazing girl who left so many footsteps across countless lives in such a short time and was loved by all who knew her... she will be missed.
Our sincere condolences and deepest sympathies to both family and friends... you will all remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Amber Nagy
September 30, 2010
My Heart goes out to the Szendrei Family.
Rest in Peace Laura.
Lost for Words
Such a tragedy.
Louise Soga
September 30, 2010
Mike, Rachael and Sarah,
There are no words to express our heartfelt sorrow at this huge loss in your family.
When a woman loses her husband she is a widow, when a man loses his wife he is a widower, when a child loses their parents they are orphans but when parents lose a child there is no word.
May all our love and hugs ease your pain in some small way. Louise and Christine Soga
Liana Christian
September 30, 2010
To the family and friends, my deepest condolences on this tragic loss.
To Laura, whom I never had the chance to know, you are indeed a beautiful girl and your radiant smile will forever shine on in the hearts and memories of all of us you have touched.
Sincerest sympathies
Cathy
September 30, 2010
My deepest condolences to Laura's family and friends. So many join you in your mourning for a beautiful soul taken far too soon and may that be of some small support. May the wonderful life moments Laura built for each of you help carry you through this difficult time and your memories of her keep alive in your hearts forever.
Stephen Downey
September 30, 2010
My deepest sympathy goes out to all of Laura's family and friends at this very difficult time. May her memory live on in your hearts and may God grant you the strength and peace you need to get through this.
Suzanne
September 30, 2010
To her parents and her sister:
It is with profound sorrow that I and we write these words to you on the loss of Laura, a beautiful and vibrant young lady. She lives on in the hearts of those she touched, I hope that God gives you strength and hope in the days that follow. I am so sorry that you have to go through this pain, you are in our prayers.
Louise Soga
September 30, 2010
Mike, Rachael and Sarah,
Words can not express our sympathy to you and all your family on the tragic loss of Laura.
When a woman loses a husband she is called a widow, when a husband loses a wife he is a widower, when a child loses their parents, they are an orphan, but when a parent loses a child there is no word! It is too heavy a loss.
May you find peace. With much love Louise and Christine Soga
cindy Chovin
September 30, 2010
My Condolences to the family of Laura and to her friends..she will always be in your heart.
Michele Lepore & Family & Coquitlam Metro-Ford Soccer Club
September 30, 2010
Our tears, hearts and prayers for strength and peace are with your family over the senseless loss of your beautiful daughter.
The Steele family
September 30, 2010
We are so sorry for the loss of your beautiful daughter. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. God Bless you all...
September 30, 2010
To Laura's family and friends,
Our deepest condolences to you. There are no words to convey how sorry we are for this tragedy. We hope that the words and prayers of so many will give you some small comfort during this most difficult time.
Schwericke family, Vancouver, British Columbia
Tylor's
September 30, 2010
Szendrei Family,
Your daughter was precious to you in every way. Her memories will be in everyone's hearts forever. You have many who will give you the support you need. Our deepest sympathies are being sent you and your family, her friends.
The sun is her smile, the wind is her as she passes by, the shiver you feel will be her embrace. Her spirit will live on. . .
rina seccia
September 30, 2010
to Laura's family and friends
there are no words to express our sorrow
may you find peace in the days to come
We are so sorry for the loss of your precious girl
Rae Dhesi
September 30, 2010
So hard to take. Such a beautiful child. My family and I are mourning with you.
September 30, 2010
R.I.P. Loura. we all going to miss you the family from israel
E.
September 30, 2010
I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences to you all.
Ryan Sandry
September 30, 2010
My deepest condolences. I'm not sure if we're related or not (my grandpa James moved to Saskatchewan and changed the spelling from Szendrei to Sandry, while his brother Joe moved out to BC and kept the original spelling; so perhaps your family is descendents of Joe?) Regardless whether we are distant cousins or not, I wanted to express my sympathies to the Szendrei family. I think I can speak for most Canadians, that this tragedy has impacted us all.
Ryan Sandry
September 29, 2010
To Laura's Family,
There are no words to adequately convey our sympathy for your loss. Hopefully, you will find some small comfort in knowing thoughts and prayers are with you even though we've never met.
Mission Soccer Club
September 29, 2010
Heartfelt condolences to your family from all of us. May you find strength in one another and find hope in her legacy of teamwork and dedication. Our thoughts are with you.
Nanette Goodfellow
September 29, 2010
My thoughts prayers and love are with you and your family. Your daughter was a remarkable, wonderful person.
Laurie
September 29, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Bill Thom
September 29, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Lorna Howat
September 29, 2010
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this most difficult time. May you be comforted by the thought that she has touched so many in such a short time.
Kathleen Burns
September 29, 2010
May your family find strength in the loving memories of your beautiful daughter Laura.
Jack and Cindy Hoadley
September 29, 2010
Such a beautiful child, such an unimaginable loss. Please know that we are holding you, and all those who loved her, in our thoughts every day. Our most sincere condolences.
Tana Hendricks
September 29, 2010
To the Szendrei Family, Our hearts break for all of you. The community feels this loss so greatly and I hope you know you have the love and prayers and thoughts of so many people. God bless you.
Tana Hendricks
Linda Schreuder
September 29, 2010
To the Szendrei Family,
I have never been lost for words until now. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Keep Laura's memories close to your heart and always hold on to them tight. Michael it was nice to chat with you for a short time last night, it has been way too long since we have talked or seen you. Take care and we hope to see you and your family soon.
Love always
Linda, Rudy, David, Richelle and Steven Schreuder
September 29, 2010
My deepest thoughts are with you. This is such a terrible loss to all.
Catie Norris
September 29, 2010
To The Szendrei Family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers, we send our deepest sympathies. Catie and Garrett Norris
Cheri, Elle, and Miranda Gabrielse
September 29, 2010
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your beautiful and precious daughter.
SCOTT CHAMBERLAND
September 29, 2010
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Bob, Marcy and Jess Britt
September 29, 2010
To The Family
Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you, always, Bob & Marcy & Jess
Elvis & Donna Chow
September 29, 2010
Our prayers are with you.
Lloyd and Maureen Morris
September 29, 2010
September 29, 2010
Rachael, Michael and family,
Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with you now and always as you go on through this tragedy. Laura will surely now become your guardian angel to care for you from above.
The Nitschke Family
September 29, 2010
To the Szendrei Family, Our sincerest of condolences to you and your family. Laura was a beautiful girl - may your memories of your short time with her be in your hearts forever and help you through this most painful time. I hope you all find some comfort in knowing that many of us in our community share your loss and feel your pain.
Brad & Mauri
September 29, 2010
To The Szendrei Family,
Words can not express how sorry we are for the loss of your beautiful daughter. We did not know Laura but wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find comfort in holding her memory closet to your heart.
Diane Elliott
September 29, 2010
My prayers and thoughts are with your family during this unbearable time of grief and sorrow. God Bless you
Lisa Scott
September 29, 2010
To the Szendrei Family,
Such a terrible and tragic loss to lose your beautiful daughter. I have children of my own around the same age and cannot imagine the loss you must be feeling and to find out that I went to school with both you and your brother Rory makes it hit closer to home. My condolences to you and your families.
Lisa Scott (Nakano)
Jennifer
September 29, 2010
To The Szendrei Family,
My thoughts have been with you everyday. There are no words to describe the pain that we are all feeling as a community. My only hope that in time it will lessen and the sun will shine in and we will remember the joy that your daughter brought into our lives.
God Bless,
Cheryl Hanet
September 29, 2010
I'm so sorry for your loss. I pray that you allow God to sustain you through this terrible time in your lives. He wil provide comfort and peace.
God bless you all.
Dorothy Smith
September 29, 2010
Laura's family.
May you know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many people at this very tragic time. Sincerest condolences to all of you affected by this tragedy.
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