Laurie M. Kish
August 9, 1961 – November 6, 2022
In accordance with her wish cremation has taken place and a memorial visitation to honor and celebrate her life will be held at the funeral home on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, from 1:00 to 3:00 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 61, passed away at her home in Three Rivers, MI, on November 6, 2022, surrounded by loved ones. Laurie was a gentle, intelligent and creative woman. She was a loving wife, mother, sister and friend who leaves behind the legacy of a life well lived. She was born in Santa Monica, CA, on August 9, 1961, the daughter of the late Glenn and Loretta (Kramer) Pusey. She received a bachelor’s degree from Albion College and earned a master’s degree from Full Sail University. She had a successful career as the Director of Training and Development for Dart Container Company. When not working she had a passion for antiques. She found beauty and character in the patina, cracks, and weathered items of our past. She loved collecting and restoring hidden treasures and used this passion to enrich the lives of those around her. She traveled extensively and absorbed the cultures of Egypt, China and Europe. Her taste was impeccable, and it could be found in her creativity and design. She was currently working on the restoration of an entire home for her family to enjoy in Three Rivers, MI. Whenever possible she preferred to be near the water with sand under her feet. Above all Laurie loved her family and her friends. On May 29, 1992, she married her husband, John; her life was fulfilled when she gave birth to their son John II. She also cared deeply for those around her, rarely missing a birthday or important event. Laurie will be missed and fondly remembered by all who loved her. Laurie is survived by her husband John Kish; son, John Kish II; three siblings, Terry (Karen) Pusey, Elizabeth (Jim) Bowie, Lisa (Dennis) Theakston; many other family and friends.
I just want to say that Laurie was a truly wonderful kind, happy and beautiful person. The years we spent together at bioMerieux will be fondly remembered. May God be with you all and know that an Angel is watching over you every day.
What a beautiful soul. Heaven has gained another angel. May she rest in peace. I was lucky enough to work with Laurie at bioMerieux in St. Louis. She will be missed by her bioMerieux family.
Laurie was such a sweet & caring person. She was our neighbor for several years. We had so much fun doing our skits for our baskets. She was an awesome person & I’m sad we didn’t keep better touch once they moved. John & John so sorry for your loss! Prayers for all of you!!💕
I met Laurie in my first year in Missouri 30 years ago and I felt an instant connection with her. I think most people who knew her had a similar experience, becoming fast friends. She was easy to love and someone you just appreciated spending time with. I I’ll also never forget the signature perfume she always wore. I am sad that she no longer shares this earth with us and that I missed the chance to see her one more time. My sincere condolences to John and John II.
Laurie touched so many people. Those who were lucky enough to cross paths with her will never forget her. She has transformed lives and made us all the better for knowing her. I know she is in Heaven, updating Angel wings so they sparkle a bit more. And adding more oomph to the clouds.
My aunt was such an inspiring woman, loving and devoted mother, wife, aunt, sister, and daughter. She always had a moment to spare for all of us, and made sure to always send cards out for birthdays or special occasions! It has been 3 years and yet I still find myself wanting conversation with her, craving a game of rummy with her, to hear her laugh or even a story of her travels. We all miss her so much. I, miss her so much. She was then and will always be such an amazing woman! Every day I aspire to go about life as she would, taking extra time, soaking up the sun, enjoying the memories being made for a great story, carefully ciphering through antiques and finding beauty with-in all the old cracks and withered edges, enjoying delicious food and most importantly surrounding myself with our family. She truly was my inspiration. For anyone reading this now, you must know that its such a beautiful thing, to know such pain does not come without such love ❤️ I am grateful to have loved and been loved by Laurie Kish Thank you from entirety of my heart.