LAURIE CREAK Obituary
Laurie - the Garden Gopher, Mudman, Creakie - passed away on June 29, 2019 after a valiant battle with recurrent Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. His motto became "Creaks don't quit" so he was very determined to fight his cancer to the end.
Laurie's early career began as a high school English/History teacher in Prince George. He then went on to enjoy being a realtor for 38 years. As part of his real estate career, he became an educator, was a member of the Real Estate Council of B.C. and finally the Errors and Omissions Insurance Corporation. When he retired he created his beloved Garden Gophers yard maintenance business. In the end it became his dream job and one he excelled at. He was exceedingly sad to have to say to his customers that he no longer had the strength to tackle their gardens.
Bonny and Laurie travelled extensively over the last few years seeing many amazing countries including Italy just last September. As well, Borrego Springs was a yearly winter destination where Laurie could play daily pickleball games – a game that had become such a huge passion for him.
Laurie, predeceased by his brother Art, leaves behind his wife of 48 years, Bonny, three daughters, Erin (Lannie), Allison (Matt), Stacey (Steve), three grandchildren, Clyde, Kate and Haddie, his sister, Ellinor (Clyde) and many nieces and nephews. We all love him and miss him so very much.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 10 at 2:00 P.M. at 7823 Eagle Drive in Laurie's own secret garden.
In lieu of flowers please make your contribution to the B.C. Cancer Foundation.
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Claudia Schloegl
November 9, 2020
Hi Just checked and found this Wonderful Person has expired-many years ago he taught me part of the post licencing course at the BCNREB. Great teacher, great sense of humour and super nice person. A great asset to the Real Estate World- and I am sure a great loss to this family.
All the best and I am sure you feel richer having known this wonderful person as I have. Claudia Schloegl
Joni Brown
July 21, 2019
I worked with Laurie 30 years ago. Always enjoyed him, his sense of humour and his good heart. Condolences.
Dorothy Friesen
July 21, 2019
My memories of Laurie are from the time of his involvement as a Director of the BC Northern Real Estate Board. His wise contributions around the Board table were always well thought out - playing devil's advocate was his forte. He enjoyed teaching the new REALTORs about ethics and the law.
My thoughts go to Bonny and his daughters at this time of grief. Remember the good times.
Jim and Dora McNeal
July 21, 2019
We enjoyed reconnecting with Laurie after we moved to the Coast. We enjoyed his weekly trips to take care of our yard. We miss his humor and his laugh. I'm so glad Laurie and Bonny got that last garden tour of Italy and we got the personalized tour of his garden. RIP Laurie. Strength to Bonny and the girls.
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Karen Rutherford
July 18, 2019
I remember Laurie as Mr. Creak, the teacher, and then, in the mid-80's, as Laurie Creak, our realtor. We put him through the wringer trying to find the right' house for us and our daughters. He found it after many showings! Condolences to Laurie's family and friends.
Tom Pnfold
July 15, 2019
My sincere condolences: I enjoyed playing pickleball with Laurie many times, even if I could never get the ball over his head.
Jim Burbee
July 14, 2019
Sincere condolences to Bonny and the girls. We had many fun times together at the corn roasts and listening to our wives share stories about each others kids from the baby sitting to graduation. It is comforting to know that Laurie & Bonny enjoyed their retirement years on the peninsula. Thanks for the memories.
Rick Merkel
July 14, 2019
Heartfelt condolences to the family. I knew Laurie from Borrego Springs and on the pickleball court. I enjoyed playing with him and against him and enjoyed getting to know him better every year. He will be sincerely missed.
July 12, 2019
My sincerest condolences to Laurie's family and friends. Laurie was always admired by many of us during his real estate career and for the unwavering morals and ethics he always possessed. A real loss to the industry and this community. Bruce Lasuta
Richard Potter
July 12, 2019
deeply saddened to read of Laurie's passing. A fine, friendly gentleman. Our condolences to Bonny and their family.
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