"John, We are heartbroken with this news. We will never forget Laura?s grace and kindness. She was incredible in so many ways. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. With love and sympathy, Joe and Maralea Binz"
In loving memory of
Laura Christine Pokorney
Laura Christine Pokorney, age 45, went to be with our Lord Jesus Christ on Feb 11th, 2012. Laura is the daughter of Stan and Nicki Hewlett of Scottsdale, AZ. Laura is survived by her husband, John; her sons, Jason and Nicholas and her sisters, Leslie Reynolds and Amy Hewlett. Laura will be greatly missed by all the lives that she touched with her peaceful and loving manner. She retired from Intel Corporation in June 2009 after 21 years. Laura served the church through teaching in the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd (Atrium) and the Edge at St Patrick’s for the past 10 years and the community through her volunteer work at St Vincent de Paul and the Tempe YMCA where she was recipient of the 2010 Family of the Year. Visitation will be held at Hansen Desert Hills Chapel, 6500 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale from 5-8 on Wednesday, Feb. 15th and from 9-10am at the church prior to the 10AM funeral mass at the church Thursday, February 16th, St. Patrick's Catholic Church, 10815 N. 84th St., Scottsdale.
Tributes
"Dear John and Family,: My prayers are with you and your sons at this most difficult time. Laura is now at peace with the Lord and she will get you through the weeks ahead. What a wonderful person Laura was and all the lives she touched. God Bless."
"John, Jason and Nicholas, We are so sorry and saddened by the immense loss of Laura, wife and mother. I know your hearts are heavy and there are no magic words for healing, but we pray that Christ surround you with His pure love and gentle peace. Love and blessings, Mike, Rose, Amber and Michael Hepler May your kindness Lord, be upon us; we have put our hope in you. Psalm 33, v. 22"
"With deepest sympathy to the family - you are in our thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow."
"Dear John, Jason and Nick, we loved Laura so much. She was such a loving, dignified, smart, and beautiful woman. We have so many good memories of her. We will keep all of you close to us in our hearts and prayers. With love and sympathy, Stan and Chris"
"John & Family, My heart goes out to you in this time of need. I commend you on your strength and hope through these last years. And I know you will continue that strength for many, many more years to come. Your Laura has been lifted up now on the wings of a dove and is now at peace. Love to you and yours, Your cousin, Patty"
"John and family, We were very sorry to hear about Laura and wish you strength and peace to get through this difficult time. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Rick, Nicole, Spencer and Abby"
"Laura was the most beautiful, gentle, soul. I met her at St. Patrick Journey ministry and whenever she could, she was there always offering to help with the celebration dinners, or writing a check for the pillows we collected for Sojourner Center. Her spirit will remain with the fortunate people who knew her even just a little, like myself. Bless your family; my prayers are with you all."
"Our sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family during this extremely difficult time. Laura put up a very long and courageous fight and is now in the loving, comforting arms of our Lord Jesus Christ where she will be free of pain and suffering.."
"Dear John, Nick, Jason, Our hearts and prayers are with you and will continue to be. Laura was certainly an angel on earth and now continues that role in the heavenly realm. She is certainly, lovingly, looking down on all of you. When I was thinking of Laura last night the song, "Swing Low Sweet Chariot" came to me. I hope the lyrics may comfort you. "Swing low sweet chariot comin forth to carry me home. Swing low sweet chariot comin forth to cary me home. I looked over Jordon and what did I see comin forth to carry me home. a band of angels lookin after me. comin forth to carry me home. Angels Enfold You! God Hover Over You! With Love, Mary, Michael, Sarah, Eric, Allison"
"John and family - I was so saddened to read of your loss this morning. We know how much Laura meant to you, and that she was a great Wife and Mother. You will all by in our prayers, to give you strength in the days to come. Remember that you have friends, if that helps as all in you time of such sorrow. Ron and Diane Ostlund"