Lauren Michelle Marshall
1995 - 2019
Lauren Michelle Marshall
1995 - 2019
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Lauren Marshall Obituary
- - In loving memory of Lauren Marshall it is with great sadness that her family announces her passing on February 17, 2019. She was born in Denver, CO on October 3, 1995. Lauren was a kind, smart, funny, empathetic and beautiful person who will have a lasting impact on many around her.
She accomplished much in a short time. She graduated summa cum laude from Arizona State University in 2018 with a degree in Journalism and Psychology; while also being a sister in the Sigma Kappa sorority. Currently, Lauren was a Research Assistant with the Bridges Program-ASU Research Institute, a Business Development intern at 180 degrees design + build and recently rejoined her Workshop family at Not My Kid. Though Lauren was in the midst of pursuing her dream of attending a doctoral program to become a clinical psychologist; we will never forget her excitement and our pride when she received multiple invitations to interview after being selected from hundreds of applicants.
Lauren graduated in 2014 from Chaparral High School with Honors and was part of the French Honor Society and Symphonic Orchestra. During this time Lauren was a Volunteer Peer Leader for four years with Workshops for Youth and Families. Travels after high school included a 21 day trip to Europe and a solo return trip that included a visit to one of her favorite places, Paris.
She had a lifelong love of music that included being a Disc Jockey for ASU Blaze Radio, playing the violin, guitar and piano; and being an avid listener of music. Animals always had a soft spot in Lauren's heart, especially her cat, Maru. Lauren was a special woman and rising star who will be missed greatly by those who loved her dearly. Many will remember her as a friend who was there when needed; who helped others find their voice.
She is survived by parents, Allison and Brad, brother, Andrew, grandmothers Shirley Dougherty and Violet Marshall, many relatives in the Dougherty and Marshall families, and countless friends. Friends and family are welcome to celebrate Lauren's life on Saturday, March 16, 2019 from 1 to 5 at her parent's home.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in the name of the Lauren Marshall Scholarship with the non-profit organization Workshops for Youth and Families, c/o Not My Kid, 602-652-0163.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Trudy Zautke
February 17, 2025
Thinking of Lauren often. I miss you. Love you & your family.
Anne
May 25, 2023
Thinking of you Lauren. Wishing I could share everything that´s going on in my life with you. You were the best big I could have asked for. Love you forever!
Cheri & Scott Crozier
February 25, 2023
Always in our thoughts. You are missed tremendously Lauren. Love to all of you Allison, Brad, Andrew, Adriana, and your families.
Love and prayers to you all.
Cheri and Scott xoxoxo
Cheri Crozier
February 16, 2021
Thinking about you Lauren and your family. Missing you. We are always thinking about you and so many things remind us of you daily but this week pulls extra at our heart strings each year. Thinking of you Allison, Brad, Andrew, Adriana, and your families.
Love and prayers to you all.
xoxoxo Cheri and Scott
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Tessa
February 9, 2021
Coming up on another year since you have been gone, not a day goes by that I don’t think of you and the last time we were alternating crying and laughing together. There’s always something to remind me, so many things I wish I could hear your thoughts and perspectives about in life.
February 17, 2020
Lots of people thinking about you today and sending their love! You could never imagine how missed you are and how much love so many felt for you. We miss your humor, intellect and beautiful soul. Peace, Mom.
Mom
November 30, 2019
Thanksgiving wasn't the same without you. We miss you so much! Love you always!
Allie
October 20, 2019
So sorry
Brendan T
April 14, 2019
I had the honor to work with Lauren during our time at Workshops. She had such passion and kindness to her. She inspired and helped all those around her. I am thankful with my brief time with her, I will always cherish those memories.
Love and sincere condolences to her family and friends.
Stacey Wulf
April 11, 2019
I just found out about Lauren's passing and I'm beyond saddened that such a strong and beautiful woman has been taken too soon. She was an amazing employee; insightful and courteous! I had the honor of working with her for almost a year as her star shined bright at ASU. My whole team loved and respected her. She also made the best chocolate chip Nutella cookies ever! May her family find peace through this tragedy.
Pat Dougherty
March 14, 2019
I left a previous message when I posted the picture of Lauren, Andrew, Taylor and Casey on the quad at Forrest Lakes. For whatever reason it didn't post so I will make another attempt.
The reason for the photo was simple - I will always remember the kids (including Erin who is absent from this one) as just that. The kids. Growing up with Lauren being a year ahead of Erin and Taylor - with Andrew a year behind them and Casey the next year. About as close to siblings as anything else.
May God bless and see you through in this time
of need. May peace be with you.
Brother and Uncle Pat
March 14, 2019
I am so sorry.
I had the honor of being one of Lauren's professors at ASU. She was talented, smart and insightful and funny.
She reported and wrote unique stories, ones that "cast light among the shadows."
The loss for her loved ones is incalculable. The world will miss her, too.
Venita Hawthorne James
Kim Klassen
March 11, 2019
Allison, Brad, and Andrew,
We are heartbroken to hear about Lauren. Words cannot express how sorry we are for what you are going through. Laurens beautiful smile and soul will never be forgotten! Please know that our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you all!
The Klassen Family
March 10, 2019
Aunt Allison Brad and Andrew I am sorry for the loss of Lauren. I still can't believe she is gone I have a lot of fun memories of my Cousin Lauren and she will always have a special place in my heart. Rip in peace Lauren until we see each other again. Love your Cousin Brian Reese.
March 10, 2019
Aunt Allison Brad and Andrew I am very sorry for your loss. My cousin Lauren was Beautiful, Smart and I remember her with a smile on her face every time we all got together. I feel so bad and still can't believe she is gone. Rip in peace my beautiful Cousin until we meet again. Love your Cousin Brandon Reese
Lorettia Dallas
March 8, 2019
Praying Brad for your family in this time of heartache. She was a wonderful daughter.
T D
March 8, 2019
God is good; and He will wipe away every tear. We will see you again. Love and peace forever....
Mona Molenda McCarty
March 8, 2019
The Dougherty's and Marshall's have been on my mind every single day since I heard about Lauren. There really are no words. I can't even begin to imagine your anguish and pain of losing such a wonderful family member. Lauren had a brief time here with you all but your memories of her are forever etched in your hearts. It is evident in the words and photos shared online. Remember that she had a beautiful family who loved her very much.
this is what I see
Pat
March 8, 2019
March 6, 2019
This is one of the hardest things I have ever had to do. Years pass all too fast-my memory returns to 1995, a special year, unbeknownst to us. Lauren's birth. The year I retired. Alison's need to work one more year and Iwas given the most prescious gift of being Lauren's caretaker. Memories to share- sitting in front window watching for Mom and Dad to come home, hiding behind doors to say boo when they entered. Playing in snow. She had a toy with disks that played nursery rhymes. WAtching her dance and singing. So funny. Alison and I were just laughing about this a couple months ago. Janet, Casey and Taylor going with me to music recitals for Andrew and Lauren. Play Clare de Lune I said. Just a look. Never played by either. The pride in graduations-cum laude with 2 degrees from ASU. A sorority chasen which dealt with Alzheimer's. Always busy. Watching in the kitchen as she talked on the phone would make you dizzy. Around an around she walked. I will miss talking with her about everything. Her excitement over getting to vote the first time. The daily grinding in the world.
Seeing admission to some great universities for her masters and PHD.
Friends to everyone-stranger to none. Guiding light to many.
I miss you so. I love you lots! So do we all.
Thank you for your time with us. We are all richer.
Love,
Your Grandmother Shirley
Brown Family
March 4, 2019
A beautiful girl inside and out who will be missed but always remembered for her goodness, tact, intelligence, kindness, and hard work in life. Our love and prayers are with the family and we know Lauren is watching over and loving all so much from above.
Suzanne French
March 4, 2019
Allison Brad & Andrew,
Sending you love and healing wishes to help you cope with your sorrow at this sudden loss. In the blink of an eye our lives have been forever changed. Lauren was an amazing niece. Her soul was so full of love and she was even more beautiful inside then out. I loved her smile, her laugh, I even loved the way she wasn't afraid to stand up for what she believed in whether it was politics, greed, the good the bad . . . she was fearless and stood her ground. One of the many things that would always make me smile from the time she was little and onward was the way she would have that little "bounce" in her step. I know silly ... but I loved it and I loved her so much. I hope that she is at peace ... such a devastating loss. I know this is long. Believe it or not I shortened it.
In closing to all the Marshall Family and Dougherty Family may we find a way to heal and endure:
A quote from Rose Kennedy
"it has been said, 'time heals all wounds.' I do not a agree. The wounds remain. In time, the mind, protecting its sanity, covers them with scar tissue and the pain lessens. But it is never gone."
Love All of You!
Lauren Sharing Her Love
Suzanne French
March 4, 2019
All Smiles at Thanksgiving
Suzanne French
March 4, 2019
March 3, 2019
Allison Brad And Andrew I am so sorry for your loss of Lauren it has left a very sad Emptyiness in the Dougherty and Marshall family. Lauren was a very bright and special person she was so strong and spoke the truth on many topics she is going to missed very much. I am very proud that I got to be her Aunt Pam and will miss her so much. RIP our beautiful Lauren until we meet again.
love Always Aunt Pam Reese.
Pam Reese
March 3, 2019
E
March 3, 2019
I am so blessed to have known Lauren. Forever thankful to Sigma Kappa for bringing such a beautiful soul into my life. Thank you for giving a voice to so many when they felt silenced. Love you always, Lauren.
Patsy Durnford
March 2, 2019
I did not know Lauren Marshall...I am her cousin on her Mom Allison & Grandmother Shirley Dougherty's side....but after reading her life story...I sure wish I had!! I am truly sorry for never having the opportunity to meet her. My goodness, what a beautiful & accomplished young women who achieved such success in her young life! I have no doubt that all of you who knew her felt very honored & lucky that she was such a joy in all your lives. My deepest sympathy & heartfelt condolences to all of Lauren 's family & many prayers & love to her family & all my Dougherty cousins
My love...Patsy Tracy Durnford
Julie Gildersleeve
March 2, 2019
Prayers of Peace and love for Lauren and the entire family.
Alan, Julie, Molly and Ben Gildersleeve
A beautiful photo of best friend, Molly Gildersleeve and Lauren Marshall
Julie Gildersleeve
March 2, 2019
Arianna Randell
March 2, 2019
Rest easy in Paradise. Sigma Kappa sisters always.
March 2, 2019
To family and friends:
You are not alone during this time of sorrow and pain. May God give your family strength and comfort from the memories you shared. He will bind up the broken-hearted. Please accept my sincere condolences. -Isaiah 61:1
Denise Brooks
March 2, 2019
I am so sorry to hear this, your family is in my heart and prayers.
Mona & Rory McCarty
March 2, 2019
Sending you all love.
March 2, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May God words of promise found in John 6:40 brings you consolation and a small measure of peace. Please accept my sincere regards and heartfelt condolences. ~MM~
NICOLE REESE
March 2, 2019
Lauren was my cousin and I'll always cherish every memory we had growing up. your a brilliant bright and beautiful you'll always hold a special place in my heart.
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