"My Dear Laurie, You are Forever in My Heart, We had a Special bond for only us to share?? ?????? ???"
In loving memory of
Laurie V. Matthews
February 14, 1955 - August 25, 2022
Laurie V. Matthews
HILTON - Passed peacefully at Rochester General Hospital with her family by her side on August 25, 2022 at the age of 67. She passed due to complications of Multiple Systems Atrophy, a rare neurodegenerative disease. She was born February 14, 1955 in New Jersey, the daughter of Howard V. and Joyce (Kiepe) Matthews.
She graduated from Livingston High School and Kent State University, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree. Gifted with creativity, Laurie started her business, LM Graphics where her work demonstrated marketing insight and creativity, working with local and national firms.
She loved nature and astronomy, enjoying studying the stars and clouds. She enjoyed family vacations at the New Jersey Shore searching for sea glass. There were many camping trips to the Adirondacks and throughout the Northeast. Laurie was known for her creative Halloween costumes and the festive celebrations that ensued.
Laurie's spirituality kept her on the straight and narrow throughout her life. Her steadfast determination to achieve her goals brought her and those she encountered many rewards in life. Laurie brought out the best in others with her intellectual challenges.
Laurie married Brian Rasmusson in 1985. They were married for 37 years and made their home on the shore of Lake Ontario in Hilton, NY. The devoted and involved family matriarch with a wide spreading family tree, Laurie was loved by all.
She is survived by her husband, Brian Rasmusson; brother, Scott H. Matthews, Cindy Shaw; brother-in-law, George Bowman. She is predeceased by her sister, Wendy Matthews Bowman. Laurie always loved time spent with her many nieces and nephews. Lifelong friends, Terry and Barb were always at her side for laughs and to help thru tough times.
In honor of Laurie's Valentine's Day birthday, all those attending her life celebration from 4:00-7:00 pm on Thursday, September 1st, at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane, are invited to wear some heart-shaped jewelry. Her celebration of life will follow at 7:00 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the MSA Coalition, 7918 Jones Branch Dr, Suite 300, McLean VA 22012 (https://www.multiplesystematrophy.org/ways-to-give/) or the Hilton Fire & Rescue, 120 Old HoJack Ln, Hilton, NY 14468 (https://www.hiltonfd.org/donate.html) in Laurie's memory.
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"My deepest condolences. "
"Laurie and I met the first week of college at Kent State and we shared decades of adventures and fun. She had a mischievous grin, a quick wit and an opinion. Two of my favorite memories of Laurie were: being stowaways on the KSU bus to NYC with the architect students. It was a grand adventure because she knew the city and it was the first time I was in NYC. The other adventure was camping in the Florida Keys with Laurie and Brian. It was paradise! Laurie loved her family and friends and she was always ready to help someone of have or an escapade, especially if iit was outside in nature. Laurie made a difference to soo many people. May we carry her spirit, energy and humor with us as we grieve her absence. "
"What a beautiful soul! I will miss you every day. Love you Laurie. -Cindy "
"Brian..when Kelly married Bruce I got a bonus...you and Laurie. It's been an honor and privilege to share my grandkids with you both. We had so many adventures together! I will never forget my princess friend Snow White. I am heart broken for your loss. Love always, Rella"
"We love you so much AL. The world is not the same without you. Thank you for being the very best Aunt/Friend/Mom/Grandma. You are forever cherished in our hearts. "