Lauree Frances Jankowski
Lauree Frances Jankowski
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Lauree attended Columbus High School and furthered her education at Phoenix University. She was known for her enchanting personality, always bringing joy and magic into the lives of those around her. Lauree's vivacity was not just limited to her social interactions; she also expressed her zest for life through her hobbies, which included painting, writing, and surrounding herself with nature and animals.
She is survived by her beloved daughter, Eula Rose; her parents; her brother, his wife, and their five children. Lauree was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Carol and Julian, and her maternal grandparents, Dorial and Twanakay.
Lauree's life was a testament to living passionately and loving deeply. Her memory will be cherished and kept alive through the stories shared by her friends and family.
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Camby Caracoza
August 10, 2025
I have struggled with finding words that will express how truly and deeply saddened by Lauree's passing. I hope that my most heartfelt and deepest condolences wrap around all who love her like a warm long hug. The love for Lauree does not stop with her passing, but it is my prayer for that love and the memories each have of her brings comfort and peace. My niece is and always be very much loved, especially by her parents, Kim and Rick and her brother Brandon and his family. My love and prayers are with each of you.
Camby
Victoria Davis
August 9, 2025
I remember this night. It was a blast watching Eula and Matty really get to enjoy trick or treating with each other. I´m so thankful for this memory with Lauree
Victoria Davis
August 8, 2025
Fun memories of making Easter eggs with Lauree and then the Egg hunt
Mom
August 7, 2025
Lauree was my fairy child, always mischievous, always mystical. When she went silent and it was too quiet I had to go look. Sometimes Lauree would be mixing potions with my lotions, powders and perfumes, if not that she always into something. Once Lauree painted my closet with lipstick. I left it there as a memory. She also plastered dad´s rifle with lipstick and powder. Sometimes I would find her sleeping in the weirdest places, behind the sofa but usually in the closet under a pile of toys.
When she was about 2 years old cookies started disappearing. I thought it was her older brother that took them. I scolded him and did not believe him when he said he did not do it, after all Lauree was only 2! I had put the cookies on top of the fridge no way could she get them. Then one day I went into the kitchen and there was Lauree standing on a pile of objects holding a cookie in each hand. I asked her if she had taken those cookies. she said no, she had no cookies.
Like Sweet Eula, Lauree would sing the sweetest songs while playing. I loved when she laughed, her deep hearty laugh filled up the room, it was intoxicating, musical and infectious.
Lauree´s beauty was beyond compare. She had a sense of style and artistic flair that brought her magic into our life. She was so smart , she should have become a lawyer because in an argument she could convince me the grass was blue and sky was green. She could make me question things I knew I knew.
She hated sitting still for pictures, she would take one but after that it was a race until she got up and said enough!
I will miss and mourn the loss of my daughter for the rest of my life. There is a hole that will never be filled and an ache that will never go away.
I am sorry you are gone, I love you so much my girl.
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Victoria Davis
August 6, 2025
I will always remember how when saying goodbye to me, Lauree would always give me a hug and a kiss on the cheek and tell me she loved me. I wasn´t usually a hugger but she had a way to make me feel like I was truly important to her.
We didn´t hang out a lot but one of the times we did, we had been downtown and passed a homeless man on the corner. She quickly went into one of the restaurants and got him something to eat and went and gave it to him before we continued on our way. She had such a caring heart and compassion for others. It´s one of the main things I remember about her.
I also remember how I always admired her style. She liked to be fashionable but she always had her own little twist and flare. I will miss that about her.
Also how she knew who she was and was herself 100% fearlessly and unapologetically. She didn´t let what anyone thought change her. She was authentically Lauree. I wish I could be more like that. But whenever I was around her, she had this way of making people feel welcomed and comfortable. When Lauree was beaming, everyone was.
She had such an infectious laugh. Her and her brother used to banter and goof around and watching them made me feel at home. She had such a silly side and it was so wonderful to have been able to witness that.
Just as it was to see her as a mother. She was the most amazing mother! She was so good with Eula, her mini me. They both had such sassy personalities and Eula truly was her mother´s daughter. Lauree always put her first and loved her more deeply than words can describe. It helps the heart knowing there is still that piece of Lauree in the world.
It´s unbelievably hard to accept she´s gone. It saddens me to think my children will never grow up knowing their Aunt Lauree, but, they WILL know who she was. We won´t ever let her be forgotten and she will live on in the memories we have of her.
Until it´s our turn to be called home, sweet sister-in-law, we will think of you everyday with fondness, and miss you. We love you. Vee, Matty, Hunter, Aurora, Felicity, & Danielle
Katrina Brave Heart
August 5, 2025
My deepest condolences on the tremendous loss of Lauree. She will always hold a place in my heart as one of the friends who got me through middle and high school. When things seemed hopeless, she made things bearable. I will forever regret the distance that grew between us and not being there for you more my dear friend, rest in peace.
Debbie Stratford
August 5, 2025
I´m deeply sorry for your loss. I cannot imagine what you are going through. My prayers are with all of you at this time.
Tara
August 5, 2025
My sweet baby cousin, I am so sorry for this tragic loss. I can´t believe you are gone and we will forever miss you and honor your memory. You were beautiful inside and out and deserved all the happiness in the world. I am sending love and prayers for your spirit and those closest to you who are grieving your passing. For your mother, my aunt Kim, I cannot imagine your pain right now and I want you to know I am here for you in every way possible please connect if there is anything I can do, I love and miss you all so much.
Brandon Davis
August 5, 2025
Brandon Davis
August 5, 2025
You were a smart and wonderful person. Too smart for your own good at times. I am sorry I couldnt help you. I am sorry that things went the way they did. You were greatly loved and your whimsical personality will be greatly missed. You were loved more than you knew. I will always remember your first time at Magic Mountain. you were so scared of roller coasters, but I convinced you to try the Colossus. You went from crying to pure enjoyment and then the rest of the day you became my roller coaster buddy. Our time was far too short. I love and miss you my baby sister.
Tamara Kachline
August 4, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss. Such a beautiful woman. Fly high, R.I.P.
Tami Kachline
Lawrence Gurley
August 4, 2025
Miss you cousin I'm sorry you are gone.
Dierdre stokoe
August 4, 2025
My condolences for your loss.
Cherish the memories, hold them tight and know that we loved her even from afar.
Much love and hugs,
Dierdre, Brandon and Solomon Stokoe.
Rhonda Kay Roark Diehl
August 4, 2025
So sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
Rhonda Diehl
Charri Jung
August 3, 2025
Sending condolences from your Texas family. We will remember you always with love, our beautiful Lauree.
Bobbi Leonard
August 3, 2025
Sending so much love with heavy hearts. Lots of hugs
Tony, Bobbi, Vinny and Gavin Leonard
Pam and Mike Kaiser
August 3, 2025
We are so sorry for you loss. Our prayers are with you.
Y.m.
August 3, 2025
She loved to be silly
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