On Sunday Nov, 24 2019, that son of a B, cancer, stole away another beautiful and incredibly strong woman from this world. After fighting for ten months against lung cancer, Lauri Ann Anderson went peacefully to rest in Miles City, MT surrounded by her children, the love of her life Rich Perkins, and her sister-in-law Jean Jones.
As a mother of seven, her memorable moments are too many too list. She introduced Harry Potter to us long before it was #ontrend, spent spontaneous summer days with us at the lake (with all of us fighting for a seat on her raft as soon as she took to the water), ingrained an independent nature into all of us, was magically aware of if any of her kids were in a bind, and was always ready with a medical answer to questions about weird rashes or pain. Lauri also had incredible pride being a grandma to her grandchildren, three of which arrived this year. She held onto life as long as she could in order to greet them into this world with a snuggle, hug, and a smooch. Lauri’s number one passion in life was nursing. She enjoyed working and serving the veterans as a psychiatric nurse for the VA for many years before she settled into a much loved career as a correctional care nurse.
Mom fell in love and started a couple of families in her life. She had two children with her first husband Red Hendrickson, and five children/three step children with her second husband David Anderson. She was lucky enough to find love again and spend the last 6 years with, as she always referred to him, her person and soulmate Rich Perkins. He will miss her colorful daily work stories and the multiple attempts to teach her to play golf. She would probably haunt me for life if I didn’t also mention she had incredible talent as a quilting artist (Ok Mom, I got you back for the high school interview now ;p ). Many of us in her family are lucky enough to snuggle ourselves to bed under one of her quilted watercolor masterpieces. While we lost one of the most resilient souls in our presence, she decided to continue on in this world as a memorial tree, an incredibly charming solution for her severe claustrophobia. Her celebration of life and planting of her living urn will be held in the spring.
She is survived in death by her children Brittany Hendrickson (Jon), Kate Hendrickson, Tashandra Hendrickson, Landon Anderson (Brittani), Lyndsee Anderson (Jarod), Adriane Anderson, and Zachary Anderson. As well as her grandchildren Adam Durcholz, James and Emily Belisle, and Layton Anderson.
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Kevin and Sheila Krausz says
Rich and Family, I am so very sorry for your loss. I enjoyed working with Laurie at HRHC. I really enjoyed her sense of humor. She will be missed.
Carla Granger says
Lauri will always be remembered for her bubbly personality and her fun sense of humor. We have many happy memories of her as a child and young adult when we babysat when her parents Bob and Edith went hunting in the Tetons. She was a great storyteller and always made us laugh. She was a ray of sunshine and we are sorry for your loss. May God give strength at this difficult time. With love, Joe and Carla Granger
Sonia Willett says
So so sorry for your loss! May God give you all comfort & soothe your heartache. ♡♡♡
Lauri Ann was a special lady to me since I was a small child… she would babysit us and of course I thought she was so cool! Years later, after we both had families we were reminiscing about that- the funny thing was we had different perspectives. She said she couldn’t get me to go to bed & I remember thinking she wanted me to stay up with her to chat. We had a good chuckle over that. She will always hold a special place in my heart!
♡with love, Sonia & Phil Willett
Gary Beld says
Thoughts and prayers are with you all. Hard to find words to soothe the sorrow. Her smile is hard to forget! Another reminder of our own mortality. Cherish the memories, and take care of each other.
Love,
Gary, Lynette and family
April Carlton (April Blakeman) says
I have so many wonderful memories involving this amazing woman. The world is less bright without her, sending prayers and love to all!
Rondi Sarkinen says
Lauri was my friend. She was my cousin…and my friend. My heart is sad she is gone. I’m thankful to all of you who were there with her in the end as I was not able to be. God be with all those who miss her.
Jan Cascio says
Kate, Jeri,Tony and I are sending to you ;Our love
Suzanne Marttinen says
Many wonderful memories at Lauri’s house while growing up! I remember one specific time I was there and for some reason Kate and Brittany weren’t, so I just sat and visited with Lauri, and she told me a few stories about the old preacher Ralph (he died right after I was born). Not sure why I remember that but it’s heartwarming to think of. Lauri had a definite presence and a big smile; she will be missed. Love to her family ♥️
-Suzanne & Steven w/ ours
Aimee Tow says
I am saddened to hear of Lauri’s passing. She was such a strong woman who always stood for what she believed in. So sorry for your loss.
Mark Elledge says
When I was new at the VA, she was one of the first medical staff I met. She always treated me well and I always smiled when she was working. She was a great co-worker and a fantastic person. I am sad to hear this
Mary Geertz prayers says
Prayers are with all you kids she was so much fun to work with at the VA. Laurie was a wonderful nurse always kept me up on night shift laughing and shared stories of our boys! I will miss you so much and your beautiful smile.
Carol Fields says
My thoughts and prayers are with you all! I cherish the many memories of Lauri and our many hours of working together. My most heartfelt condolences.
Connie Williams says
I will miss my dear cousin! So my prayers go out to all her all her loved ones! 💕
Linda Rogers says
Dearest Kate,
I was so saddened to hear about your mother’s passing. Though I didn’t know her, I do know she must have been someone special to have given life to such a beautiful, kind and talented daughter. May her memory be a comfort to you.
With love,
Linda
Margo White says
For Lauri’s family and friends, may you find peace in knowing Lauri is at peace and free from pain. I really enjoyed when she worked here at HRH. She was so talented, anyone who has one of her quilts, cherish it as it is part of her. Enjoy her caring, loving memory always.
Aunt Marabel Gates says
I am so very sorry for your loss. Lauri was a very special person. All of us have some special memories. I can’t think of her without seeing her smile! I’m glad she got to see those grandchildren.
We are updating a family history and would appreciate so much if some one would be so kind as to send me the names, birthdate and birthplace of those three. Please! My address is 140 Smith St. Sheridan, WY 82801. And I need to know who their parents are.
Sheila Hayes Dickson says
My thoughts and prayers to all her family and friends. She was very funny. I missed seeing her when she lived in Sheridan. I’m glad she found someone to be with before she passed away.
Annette Luckett says
Prayers and hugs. I loved working with Lauri at Sheridan VA. My son Kody adopted her dog, Nola when she moved.
JANE Blakeman Saathoff says
My condolences to all the family and friends of Laurie Ann so sad. Gone too soon
Randy L Harvey says
Sorry to hear of Lauri’s passing. I met her when she came to work at the Sheridan VA and she was always friendly, hard working and always had a smile on her face. My condolences to her family and friends.