March 22, 1952 – September 26, 2011
Surrounded by her loving family, Laura White (nee Nuttall) passed away on September 26,2011, at the age of 59, after an 11 month courageous battle with cancer. She was a beloved wife to Dewayne, her husband of 33 years, a step-mother, sister, nana, aunt, cousin and friend.
Laura was born in Victoria and graduated from Mt. Douglas Senior Secondary School. She went on to start a 40 year career with the CIBC.
Laura will be remembered for her passion for life, sense of humour, generosity of spirit, gentle heart and love of family and friends.
Left to mourn her is her loving husband Dewayne, step-children Carrie (Lorne) Kleppe, Christina (Jordan) McKinnon, grandchildren Cassidy and Logan Kleppe, Michael and Emily McKinnon, sisters Marilyn Turner, Diane (Darrell) Courser, Maureen Werlin, Theresa (Paul) Hatlen, Brother Paul (Jane) Nuttall, sisters-in-law Lois White and Leanne (Kent) Fraser, father and mother-in-law Clinton and Dorothy White and Aunt Kathy Dunn (Nuttall).
Laura is also survived by nieces and nephews Candice (Jay) Wright; Kelly Turner; Tracey Courser (Joe DeAmicis); Neil Courser; Charlene, Jennifer and Kassandra Hatlen; Ross and Megan Nuttall; Danielle and David Fraser. She also leaves behind grandnieces and nephews Jessica Turner-Hornby, Briana,Carmyn and Alexa Wright and Jaxon DeAmicis.
Laura was predeceased by her nephew Matthew Hatlen, mother Margaret (Peggy) Nuttall (nee Leahy), father James Howard (Howie) Nuttall.
Her loving heart will be deeply missed and cherished by everyone who had the opportunity to know her.
The Funeral Mass for Laura will be held on Friday, September 30, 2011 at Holy Cross Catholic Parish (4049 Gordon Head Road, Victoria), commencing at 2:00 pm.
The family wish to extend their sincere appreciation for the compassionate care provided by Drs. Mazgani, Michael and Alexander and their teams, GP Dr. Williams, Kathie Speight and Hospice and PRT teams.
ln lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the following charities:
BC Cancer Agency Foundation, 2410 Lee Avenue, Victoria, BC, V8R 6V5 or
Victoria Hospice,1952 Bay Street, Victoria, BC, V8R 1J8.
Online condolences may be offered to the family at www.mccallbros.com.
Many thanks to all those who loved Laura during her life. May her faith and love continue to inspire us.
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Donna Lee
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Richard & Marlene Gurney Dear Dwayne and family,
We were saddened to hear of Laura’s passing. May warm memories keep her close to your hearts.
Deepest sympathy to the whole family.
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Nancy ( Roberts) Garnett Although we are many miles apart I want to send my condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nancy
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Anita Parris (Grant) Dear Laura’s family, I am so sorry to hear of Laura’s passing. She was a great friend of mine while we attended St. Pat’s school. We would spend a lot of time going back and forth to each other’s house having sleep overs, dinners and play dates. We lost touch with each other over the years but when we did run into each other we would always reminisce about the old days. The last time I saw her was last September and she was giving out CIBC Run for the Cure T Shirts. Again, we had a great chat. I will remember Laura for her gentleness, the warmth she radiated, and the smile on her face. My heart goes out to you.
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The Pollock's Our condolences to your family.
Our familys shared many good times together when Laura was little girl.
Deepest Sympathy,
(Uncle) Cy(,Aunty) Shirley and family
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Marie and Ed. Longpre To the White/Nuttal families:
The Longpre family has known the Nuttal family for many years and I became acquainted with Laura through the Tues. and Thurs. ladies Auqafit sessions at GH. Rec. Over the past few years, we shared many laughs and always enjoyed her company at our Christmas lunches. It was this past Christmas lunch that Laura shared her illness with us. We all will miss her beautiful smiling face. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.Marie and Ed. Longpre
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Norna O'Brien Dewayne and family;
Words cannot describe the loss of a loved one. Just know that in the hands of our Lord, she suffers no more. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Richard and Jane Nuttall To Dewayne and Family:
Our condolences to you and family. Laura was a neighbour and friend everyone would wish for – a kind and gentle soul.
We will miss her laugh and much more. She was so helpful and caring to us.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Rick and Jane
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Linda Rainsford Dewayne. & family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Laura was a wonderful lady, and good friend, who will truly be missed.
Kindest regards,
Linda, Charlie and family.
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Winnie Dear Dwayne & Family:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of Laura. May you be comforted to know that others are praying for you and share in your loss.
Love Aunt Winnie
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Linda & Jim Dear Dwayne & Family:
Our hearts are grieving for your loss. Laura was a treasure to know and feel the warmth and love she shared with everyone. Her laughter was contagious by all who were around her. She will be missed by all who had the pleasure to know her.
May God comfort and sustain you in these difficult days. Praying you for, especially Friday, as you celebrate Laura’s life.
Love, Linda, Jim Navesand family
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karen johnson Dewayne & Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Laura was a true friend and I will miss her dearly.
With heartfelt sympathy.
Kindest regards & love,
karen j
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Kevin & Rosemary Dear Dewayne and family, our hearts are truly sadden by your loss. We loved being in Laura’s presence, she made us to always feel welcomed and that we were family. We will miss her loving ways, but feel so very priviledged to have known her, ours lives are richer because of her. May God bless all of you during this difficult time. May you take comfort in your memories of her and draw strength from your family and friends. Sincerely and Lovingly, Kevin, Rosemary, Shevon and Andrea Henderson, Kamloops
Dwayne and Family,
The HENDERSON family of Les and Connie send our sincere condolences on your loss. Please know that there are people thinking of you at this time and wishing all the comfort you require.