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LAURIE KATHLEEN KESSLER
Born: Jun 12, 1962
Date of Passing: Jul 04, 2015
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LAURIE KATHLEEN KESSLER June 12, 1962 - July 4, 2015 With profound sadness we announce the passing of our beloved daughter Laurie, after a valiant, hard fought struggle. She passed at home, as per her wishes, on Saturday, July 4, 2015, knowing she was loved. Laurie will be greatly missed by her mom and dad, Shirley and Alan Kessler. Laurie overcame many health challenges in her too short life. Diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at age 19, undergoing a kidney transplant at age 37 and battling cancer for the past four years. She chose not to be defined by her illnesses and fought for her independence. After early retirement as Secretary / Treasurer in the family business she discovered the world of golf - opening up a whole new fashion venue for her. For the past seven years Palm Desert, CA has been her "Happy Place", especially the designer shops on El Paseo. The past four years have been a difficult journey, and to those who walked it with us, we thank you. Special thank you to the Renal Clinic Team; 16 years of care, CancerCare Urgent Care, who saved us many trips to Emergency; the Chemo Unit for their compassion during this journey. Thanks to Pam, you helped make the pain bearable. Heather, we are ever grateful for your guidance. Lastly to the Palliative Care Team who enabled us to keep Laurie at home, we couldn't have done it without you. No more testing, no more needles, no more chemo and mostly, no more pain. Rest in Peace our dear Laurie. A private graveside service was held on Friday, July 10, 2015 at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. If so desired, friends may make a donation in Laurie's memory to CancerCare Manitoba, Canadian Diabetes Association or a charity of your choice. For those who wish to sign the online Guest Book please visit our website. Chapel Lawn www.chapellawn.ca 204-885-9715
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Jul 11, 2015
Condolences & Memories (7 entries)
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I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Laurie has taught me so much about business and I am grateful to have known her not only as a boss but as a friend. I hope she knew that. You are great parents and have endured alot. Your in my thoughts. - Posted by: Ella Klees (friend) on: Feb 26, 2016
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DEAR SHIRLEY AND ALAN, WE ARE SORRY TO HEAR OF lAURIES PASSING, YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS. - Posted by: RON AND TAMMY MACINTOSH (FRIEND) on: Sep 09, 2015
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You have lost some one very special. Our thought & prayers are with you. - Posted by: Ed & Barb Anderson () on: Jul 15, 2015
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I was saddened to hear of Laurie's passing. Although I have only known you a short time, I have many beautiful memories of your Mother/Daughter fashion play dates at the boutique. We shared many laughs as well as stories. Laurie was one lucky daughter to have such devoted parents such as yourselves to see her through the many challenging times in her short life. I wish you both a lifetime of memories of your beautiful daughter. Fondly, Joan(formerly of Peppertree Fashions) - Posted by: Joan Leslie-Thomson (Friend) on: Jul 15, 2015
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Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Carol and Donna also send their condolences. We all have happy memories of seeing our children growing up on Davis Crescent - Posted by: Carl & Edie Simonson (Friends and neighbors) on: Jul 13, 2015
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I am sorry to hear of this. I think of you all often including Kevin. There is no word in our language for when you lose a child as there is if you lose a spouse, or parent. I believe that is because it's not supposed to happen. Regardless of the age of circumstances it's just not supposed to happen where we outlive our children. - Posted by: Ed Beaudette (Family Friend) on: Jul 12, 2015
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My deepest sympathy Shirley and Allan, Laurie was an incredible person and she will greatly be missed by many. You're both in my thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Dinos Liarakos (Friend) on: Jul 11, 2015
