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LAUREL DENE AUSTMAN
Date of Passing: Oct 19, 2005
Send Flowers to the Family Offer Condolences or MemoryLAUREL DENE AUSTMAN On Wednesday, October 19, 2005, Laurel Dene Austman died in a tragic car accident near her home in Grand Forks, B.C. She was 51. Left to celebrate Laurel's life; her best friend, lover, soul mate and husband, Les Johnson; her beloved children, Matthew DiUbaldo (Andrea) and Alexia Kardal (Tim); granddaughter and love of her life, Kailyn Laurel Kristin; siblings, Shannon Austman (Orla Aaquist), Pamela Austman (Darrell May), Todd Austman (Laurel), Jonathan Austman, and Melissa Straub (Cameron); cousin and friend Laney Hunt; dearest friend Carla Stefanson (Howard); aunts and uncles, Verna Howarth, Peggy Laurence (Jim), Ralph Milton (Bev), Lee Seabrook (Russ); niece Bailey, nephews, Sean and Brendan; cousins, and countless other lives she warmly touched. Laurel dedicated her life to helping people by teaching them, believing in them and loving them. She helped people find confidence and success. An annual bursary will be set up in her name, which will allow Laurel to continue helping people. We encourage you to donate generously. More information will be available at nanalolo.ca
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Oct 29, 2005
Condolences & Memories (2 entries)
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I learned today, while attending a career conference in Vancouver. On October 14th, Laurel was with me and 50 Grade 10 girls, who were so inspired by her presentation to them. Through her work with us over the last few years, Laurel has made a difference in the lives of many - I can only imagine how many others her message of empowerment has affected. She had her photo album with her, so proud was she of her family in Winnipeg. My students will be very sad when I pass on the sad, sad news of Laurel's untimely death. - Posted by: Mary Keitel (Acquaintance) on: Nov 17, 2005
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Dearest Laurel, friend of many years and fellow teacher, you will be missed by all who shared your life. Condolences to all friends and family of this wonderful woman. I will always remember her love of children, cats, sunshine through coloured glass, and the outdoors. Laurel always worked to assist those whose circumstances in life were difficult. Her pragmatism, optimism and faith in humanity were an inspiration to all of us. - Posted by: Ken Di Cosmo (Friend) on: Oct 29, 2005