Laurie Louise (nee Crofoot) Parkhurst, 47 passed away peacefully at home in Evans GA surrounded by her family after a 13-year vigilant battle with breast cancer.
A Celebration of Life will take place Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. at Wesley United Methodist Church, 825 North Belair Road in Evans with a reception to follow.
Laurie was raised in Fulton, NY, lived in several cities and states throughout her life before settling in Evans for her husband’s position with Textron Specialty Vehicles in 2003. Laurie was a devoted wife and mother whose passions were her children, spending time with her family, her faith, and making life fun for others.
Laurie is survived by her husband of 20 years, Michael, daughters Ahnna Grace and Sophia Louise, step-son Collin (Katie Fisher) Parkhurst, her mother Jill Pratt (Stan Burkle), her father Ray Crofoot (Deb McLear), mother-in-law Honey Parkhurst, brother Steve (Heather) Crofoot, Aunts and Uncles Cindy (Brian) Seeber, Bonnie (Charles) Tyo, Gerri (John) Lingo, and John Churchill; and Nephews/Nieces Jeff (Leah), Brad and Ryann.
Laurie was pre-deceased by her father-in-law Bob, brother-in-law Robbie, her maternal and paternal grandparents and her Uncle Keith. Laurie also leaves behind extended family and friends whose lives she touched with her caring, wisdom, fun-loving heart, and especially her courage.
Laurie’s mantra was that what matters the most is how God measures your heart, and that in the end, life comes down to time. “Cherish the gift of time with those you love today and always. Don’t let tomorrow rob you of today.”
Visitation is at the Platt’s Funeral Home, 337 North Belair Road, Evans from 5:00 until 8:00 p.m. Monday, June 19, 2017.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to lauriesfund.org, Accelerating the Cure for Cancer at TGEN.