Laura Reese
May 03, 2017
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Laura Reese, 50, of Altoona, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 3, 2017 at her home. Laura Lynn was born on November 28, 1966 in Des Moines to Carol (Gile) and Terry Reese..
Laura worked for BH Management in Des Moines and for Pier 1 in Ankeny. She was a huge sports fan – she played softball when she was younger. Her favorite was of course the Iowa Hawkeyes and went to see them play many times over the years. Her favorite things were reading a good book, watching movies, singing to 80’s music, shopping, shoes, QVC and EBay. Laura loved children and her furry companions, CoCo, Lola and Manny. She especially loved time with her family and friends. She will be greatly missed.
Those left to cherish her memory are her parents, Terry and Carol; her brother, Rick and his wife, Christine and their children, Nolan and Ava; her grandmother, June Reese; her god-children, Karlie Flam, Patrick Maxwell and Nolan Reese; many aunts, uncles, cousins and beloved friends.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents, James Reese, Charles and Lorene Gile and her aunt, Elaine Everson.
Memorial services will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 11, 2017 at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street in Des Moines. Family will greet guests two hours prior to the service on Thursday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Animal Rescue League (ARL) in loving memory of Laura.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Penny Greenwood
05/13/2017
Words cannot begin to say the loss I feel. I was so blessed to have as my friend for 35 years. We shared so much. You were apart of our family. You were a true gift. I will miss you forever. Until we meet again. I love you. Penny
Jenelle (Jones) Fitch
05/11/2017
So very sorry to hear of Laura's passing. I remember working summers with her at Farmers Mutual Hail. She was always so upbeat and her smile was infectious. We lost touch in the mid '80's - but I've never forgot the gals I worked with every summer. I loved that she sang everyday - it made the day better. Many thoughts & prayers.
Cindy Hewett
05/10/2017
Laura was such a positive person to be around. She had a true gift. She will be missed. My sympathies for your loss.
Janet Whitney
05/10/2017
I worked with Laura during the summers at FMH. She was a delightful person; always ready with a smile and hilarious story! I am so sorry for your loss; praying for your family at this difficult time.
Kimberly Hughes
05/10/2017
I am so sorry to all of Laura's friends and family. I worked with her for several years at Pier 1, and she was always busy running around doing something! She was a bright light that will be greatly missed and most definitely gone too soon. I enjoyed her wit and her "tell you like it is attitude!" Love and prayers.
Susan Frisk Thievon
05/09/2017
Cousin Terry and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this most difficult time. We pray that you will find comfort in the many wonderful memories you have of your daughter, Laura. Sending our love to you all.
Jill Maxwell and family
05/09/2017
Laura was my best friend for 46 years. I met her when I was three and feel so fortunate to have had her in my life. What a beautiful person she was and she always made me and my family feel special. We always enjoyed her visiting us in Colorado and we will miss her so much. Love, Jill
Jodi Ramey Bentley
05/08/2017
Terry, Carol and family. I remember Laura hanging out with my sister Tami, and she was always laughing and smiling. God bless your family and I am sorry for your loss.
Kelsey Conrad Olson
05/08/2017
I was lucky enough to call Laura a friend during the time we were both working at CDS Global. You always knew when Laura walked in the door each day as she would often stop by my office and show me her new shoes! She was a ray of sunshine in our department and I'm a better person for having known her. My heart goes out to your family at this difficult time and I pray that you will find peace in your happy memories of Laura. Thank you for sharing her with us and in honor of her memory, Go Hawks!
Linda Burns-Fuller
05/08/2017
My heart breaks. She was such a vibrant, caring, loving person. I don't think that I ever saw her without a smile on her face, no matter what. Gone all too soon. But she's traded her fancy shoes for a pair of wings. Fly high with your Angel Wings, sweet Laura.
Amy Chien
05/08/2017
Laura was a ray of sunshine. She was knowledgeable and loved sharing her expertise with others. My heart aches for her family as they push through this tragic and sudden loss. I only knew Laura through work at her most recent employer, but still felt like I got a glimpse of her helpful and loving spirit. She will be greatly missed from her BH work family, and we cannot even imagine the heartache her family is experiencing in the wake of this terrible tragedy. We are sending prayers and well wishes your way for joyful memories of Laura paying for peace, strength, and hope during this time.
Margaret (Gorsche) Colwell
05/08/2017
I am so sorry to hear of her passing, I remember her for her smile, happy nature, and always made me laugh, she was very kind to all.
Tina Aller
05/08/2017
I'm so saddened to hear about Laura. Gone way to young and way to soon...she'll b greatly missed by everyone who knew her.
Jill Joss and Family
05/07/2017
Very saddened to hear this news. Laura is gone way too soon. I recently connected with her through Facebook and she was always so positive, funny, and happy. So sorry for all of you. My family sends sympathy and prayers to all of you.
Diane Flam and Family
05/07/2017
Laura was a wonderful person with a huge heart and soul. I am thankful for all of the wonderful memories I have of Laura. For the past twenty-years she has been my best friend, partner in crime and the sister I never had. I will miss her forever.
Love
Diane