Laurie Zacharias

Laurie Zacharias obituary

Laurie Zacharias

Laurie Zacharias Obituary

Published by Regina Leader-Post from Nov. 3 to Nov. 4, 2011.
Zacharias, Laurie Dawn (Nightingale) February 3, 1974 November 1, 2011 It is with heavy hearts that the family of Laurie Dawn Zacharias announce her peaceful passing at the age of 37, on Tuesday, November 1, 2011 after a courageous battle with Leukemia. Left to mourn and cherish her memory are loving husband Del, son Reid (3), twin daughters Avery and Morgan (1), parents John and Irene Nightingale (Regina), sister Sheri (Doug) Sentes (Cupar), in-laws Alvin and Barbara Zacharias, brother-in-law Colin (Teri) Zacharias (Swift Current), sisterin-law Bonnie (Corey) Ginther (Ottawa), nieces and nephews Shae-Lynn, Rylan, Austin, Braydon, Shelby, Carson, Jordana and Brienna and numerous extended family and friends. A special thank you to Dr. Joanne Mcleod and staff of units 3A and 3B at the Pasqua Hospital and also to the Palliative Home Care Team for the compassionate care provided to Laurie. A celebration of Laurie's life will be held Saturday, November 5, 2011, at 2:00pm in Hillsdale Baptist Church, 101 Munroe Place, Regina SK. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the non-charitable Zacharias Children Trust Fund, 26 McCaul Crescent, Regina, S4R 3X1 or South Sask Cystic Fibrosis Chapter, Box 721 Regina, S4P 3A8 Arrangements by Hansen's Funeral Home 306-725-3633

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December 8, 2011

Victoria Tisher posted to the memorial.

November 9, 2011

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November 7, 2011

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Victoria Tisher

December 8, 2011

She was my third grade teacher, a wonderful woman in every aspect. My thoughts go to Laurie's family, and I pray for peace to be with them.

Joy (Sabine) Strong

November 9, 2011

To Irene, John and families, my very sincere sympathy in the loss of your beloved Laurie. My family remembers her from Thom Collegiate days. May you find comfort through family and friends and know that she is now at peace. Her children will know her from the many cherished memories you have and can share with them as they age. May God take care of each of you.

Lynn Bryan

November 7, 2011

I remember Laurie way back when she was in Kindergarten at RJ... My thoughts and prayers goes out to all her family. May you find peace in knowing she is no longer suffering and she is still there with you in your hearts, thoughts, memories and as your guardian angel now.

November 7, 2011

I was very saddened to hear of Laurie's passing. I have fond memories of teaching with her at Montmartre School. I extend my sincerest sympathy to all of her family. Fran Jurzyniec, Montmartre, Sask.

Dawn McKibben

November 7, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you, Laurie was a very special person and I hope that your cherished memories will comfort you during this time.

Dawn McKibben

Corinna Michael

November 6, 2011

To Laurie's family,
I was so sorry to hear about Laurie. I taught with her at Montmartre and considered her a friend. She was always smiling and fun to be around. She was truly a wonderful person to know. Please know that she and you will be in my prayers.

November 6, 2011

To Laurie's family. We are so sorry to hear about Laurie. We taught with Laurie in Montmartre. She was a loving and wonderful teacher. She had a laugh that was contaigous and we often shared a good laugh in the staffroom. She will be missed. Our prayers are with you at this time. Take care.
Vic and Tamara Tholl

Beth Warkentin

November 6, 2011

To Laurie's family,
I was Laurie's early childhood EPS instructor at the University of Regina. She was a joy to have in class and an inspiration to all. What a courageous young woman. May God give you peace, strength and hope to get you through this very sad time.
Sincerely,
Beth Warkentin

Elsie & Otto Zacharias

November 5, 2011

We are so sorry to learn of Laurie's passing, I can't imagine what the familys are going through. Just to let you know we are thinking about you

November 5, 2011

Hi Del,

Bob and I just want to let you know that we were so saddened to hear of Laurie's passing. We continue to pray for you, your children, family members and friends. May God continue to bless all of you. Kay & Bob Megaw, Midland, Ontario

Laurie Deutscher (nee Bryan)

November 5, 2011

I started school with Laurie. We always joked about having the same name. My thoughts and prayers go to her family during this sorrowful time. Find peace in your memories as so many will do.

Peter & Anne Reiss

November 5, 2011

Sheri & Doug & family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You now have an angel watching over you. God Bless you all.

Erica Fletcher

November 5, 2011

I had the pleasure of working with Laurie for a few years at Environment. She always had a big smile on her face and was so much fun to be around. She was always such a happy person, just a pleasure to work with. I was just at the CF fundraiser tonite and was so hearbroken to hear that she had passed away just a few days ago. She will be missed by many. My sincere sympathy to all her family.

Rob & Lynette Trask

November 4, 2011

Dear John & Irene,
Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are to hear of the loss of your daughter Laurie. Our thoughts and prayers go out to both families, Del and the children. Take comfort in knowing that she is in a peaceful place and will be watching over you.

Gail & Rockey Mehler

November 3, 2011

Dear John and Irene,
I cannot begin to tell you how sorry we are to hear of Laurie's passing. She was a bright light for so many of us! Please extend our sincere best wishes to Del and please give Sherry a big hug. Laurie could not have wished for a better big sister.

Elmer & Adelina Gerbrandt

November 3, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

November 3, 2011

Dear Bonnie, Corey: I am so sorry for the loss of your lovely sister-in law. My thoughts and prayers go out to Del, the Nightingale and Zacharias family and Laurie's children. She is now at peace and will forever be watching over you.

Donna McKibbon, Carleton Place, Ontario

November 3, 2011

Bonnie, Corey and all your family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. I know God will help you all through this very difficult time. Keep in mind all your wonderful memories.
God Bless All of You.
Love,
Mary and Dan White

Jocelyn Brock

November 3, 2011

Del, Irene, John and families...may the love of family and friends help you through this time. Laurie will always be in your hearts.

Patricia Skalicky (Wood)

November 3, 2011

I went to highschool with Laurie, and all I have for her is great memories. She always lit up the room with her big smile and large laugh. Her family must be so proud of her successes, optimism and most of all, her strength.

Hans and Judy Schrempf

November 3, 2011

Laurie has brought such joy to our family from the moment we met the crazy teenager who became such a wonderful woman. Our hearts break because her own children will not get to experience what our own children did with her. The joy she brought us will live in our memories forever. She has been a special blessing from God who has her in his tender care.

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