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Laurie Holmstrom Obituary

Holmstrom, Laurie L. - Beloved Daughter, Sister Aunt and Friend Age 33, of Inver Grove Heights. Suddenly in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico while vacationing with friends. Hamline U 1994 graduate. Employed by Thomson-West since 1995. Survived by father Gary; mother, Jeanne; sister, Beth Ann (Dave) Turpen; nephews, Joel and Gunnar; uncle, Gregory (Lynn) Holmstrom and by other relatives, many friends and by her loving companion, Jack, her miniature Schnauzer. Service Friday 11AM at BRADSHAW, 678 South Snelling Avenue at Eleanor. Visitation Thursday 4-8PM, and 1 hour prior to the service. Memorials preferred to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Laurie loved life including traveling, swimming and time with family and friends. Bradshaw 678 Snelling Avenue South 651-698-3878.

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Published by Pioneer Press on Mar. 24, 2005.

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Robert Janicki

April 1, 2005

Mr & Mrs Holmstrom & Family -



I worked with Laurie at West and came home to this great shock.



She was a wonderful person, smart and a lot of fun! She will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to your whole family on what must be a tremendous loss.



Rob

Tom van Oosterom

March 25, 2005

This is really sad...Laurie was one of the good guys... I swam with her in college. My favorite memory was a end-of-year party in '92: a bunch of us swimmers partied till 1 or 2 AM...after which Laurie and I walked a few miles to a local burger joint (Flameburger's) and literally talked till dawn...she was fun, warm & caring with a huge heart...it was a great night. Definitely sad news.

Aimee Radford Fierke

March 24, 2005

I was saddened to hear the news of Laurie's passing. It's been a long time since I've known Laurie, but I have many fond memories of her from grade school through high school. My younger sister Megan and I would have double sleepovers with Laurie and Beth Ann that consisted of open swim at Chippewa, pizza, and games. I'll always remember Laurie as a kind-hearted, sweet and gentle person. I'm sure she's touched many lives over the years. Blessings to her family and friends during this time of grief and healing.



Aimee "Radford" Fierke

Kerry Peterson

March 24, 2005

Laurie's kind, genuine, and happy approach to life will truly be missed by those of us fortunate enough to have become friends with her through work. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Joan Franklin

March 24, 2005

I started at West a few months after Laurie. While we have both gone on to different jobs in the company we would still talk periodically. We will miss her sunny personality. God bless and keep you in this time of sorrow.

Nauman Rana

March 24, 2005

My deepest condolences on this great loss to the family. Laurie was a great co-worker, who was always willing to lend a helping hand. We all will really miss her.

Elaine Knights

March 24, 2005

Jeanne, Beth Ann, Gary, and your families...My heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Laurie. Her light will shine on.

Holly DeVogt

March 24, 2005

To the family of Laurie,

My heart pours out to you at this time of terrible loss. Laurie was an outstanding person and colleague. She will be sorely missed.

My sincere condolences.

scott nugent

March 24, 2005

I've known Laurie for 8 years since working at Thomson-West. The last couple of years she gave me her time to teach me the finer points of swimming. I give my condolences to her family and friends. Scott Nugent

Lucy Blake

March 24, 2005

Gary,

I am so sad to hear of the loss of your daughter, Laurie. My heart goes out to you and your family. My prayers will be with you all.

March 24, 2005

Laurie was a great person and I loved that she always had a smile on her face. She will be missed at West.

Ron Nalipinski

March 24, 2005

I am so shocked by the loss of such a fantastic life-loving person. Laurie will indeed be greatly missed. I revelled in her positive life-loving way of living. She was always friendly and always had words of encouragement. I worked with Laurie in Customer and Technical support at West before we both moved onto other jobs. She was a fantastic teacher and mentor and I will certainly miss having her around. My heart goes out to those related to her and to those that had the pleasure of knowing her.

Molly Feterl

March 24, 2005

Laurie and I worked together at Thomson for a few year; I very much enjoyed her spirit. She was a very kind and caring person & friend. Someone that you could "REALLY" talk to....

God take care of our child.

Jenifer Ehlers

March 24, 2005

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family at this time.



Jenifer Ehlers and family

West Publishing

Barb Durham

March 24, 2005

My deepest sympathy to the family of Laurie. She was truly a lovely young lady. She will be greatly missed by her friends at West

Stephen Olson

March 24, 2005

Please accept my most profound condolences for this terrible and unexpected loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Charlene Farrell

March 24, 2005

This is very sad news. My thoughts and prayers go out to Laurie's family and friends. I went to MV with Laurie and haven't seen her since our last reunion. But I always remember her as being so nice and thoughtful. She will be missed.

Charlene Farrell

Diane Keil

March 24, 2005

Laurie, you will definitely be missed. Whenever we spoke, you always had a smile on your face and you were always very kind. God is welcoming you home. God bless your family in this most difficult time.

Sincerely,

Di

Gene Agnew

March 24, 2005

Gary & Greg -

My heartfelt sympathies are extended to your entire family. May God grant you His peace in this sorrowful time.

Paul Arntz

March 24, 2005

Laur. our time together was to short. I'll always value who you were and the last kiss we shared. P.

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