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Mar. 21, 2026

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Laurie Litwin Obituary

GALES FERRY - Laurie A. (Pearce) Litwin, of Overlook Road, Gales Ferry, CT, passed away at her home on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at the age of 65.

Born in Wakefield, Rhode Island, she was the beloved daughter of the late Norma and Robert E. Pearce.

Laurie worked as a braider for Ashaway Line n Twine for many years. She enjoyed crocheting and reading, had a tremendous love of animals, and especially loved spending time with her family.

She leaves behind her four children, Mindy Papierowicz, Stacy Litwin, Suzanne Wilson and husband Daniel and Laura Litwin; two sisters, Colleen Zarkowski and Carole Pratt; four grandchildren; and her dog Zoey. Laurie was predeceased by her sister Patti Bardsley.

Lauries favorite color was pink, so family and friends are encouraged to please wear pink in her honor to Visiting Hours from 11am - 1pm on Saturday, March 21st at Gaffney-Dolan Funeral Home, 59 Spruce St., Westerly. Funeral services will be private. For online condolences please visit www.gaffneydolanfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Westerly Sun on Mar. 18, 2026.

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