LAURA MARIA BEAR

Condolences & Memories (51 entries)

• Still thinking of you. - Posted by: Dwayne Hourie (Cousin) on: Jan 19, 2021

• Maria and Morgan, I was very saddened by the passing of Laura. I will always remember the constant smile on her face and her kind and sweet nature. She definitely lived every day to the fullest. I will miss her. - Posted by: Marilyn Fraser (Maria's Cousin) on: Dec 29, 2012

• dear Maria Morgan and Franklin Words cannot express how sorry we are for your loss. Laura definately was a shining star and touched the lives of everyone that knew her. Our Family Reunion Committee will not be the sme without her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Joanna and family - Posted by: Joanna Hayward and family (cousin) on: Dec 29, 2012

• I first met Laura many years back when she worked at the Sears outlet in Selkirk. I was pregnant with my first child. I didn't know Laura all that well outside of my trips to retrieve my orders, so you can imagine my surprise when one afternoon shortly after the birth of my son, Laura showed up at my front door. She had read the birth announcement in the Journal and asked her mother to make a very small pair of mukluks for Steven. Steven is 14 years old now. The mukluks are, where they have always been since the day Laura gave them to him, in his sock drawer. God bless you Laura. You have a very special soul. - Posted by: Patti Simko (Friend) on: Dec 28, 2012

• I knew Laura also growing up, she was very kind and always had a smile on her face. Later on, she became an EA, and she worked in my school and we always had something to talk about. She had told me she had met the love of her life and that she was soo happy. I was soo happy for her, things were falling into place for her. Laura will be missed by everyone, and my thoughts and prayers are with you Maria and Morgan. RIP Laura.... - Posted by: Roberta Hardwick (Co-worker/acquaintance) on: Dec 28, 2012

• Maudia and Morgan - I'm so sorry to learn of your loss. Laura was always a kind hearted and sweet soul, who always had a smile on her face. I have many fond memories of spending time with you all at grandma and grandad's house and/or cabin... She will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you two during this difficult time. Love, Jim, Cathy and Erik. - Posted by: Jim Dear (Childhood friend) on: Dec 28, 2012

• My heart goes out to Maria, Morgan and Franklin. The untimely passing of Laura will be felt by many whose lives she touched. She was a kind, generous and fun-loving person who always had a smile on her face. She found true happiness with the love of her life...Franklin. I'm so grateful to have known Laura and will be forever touched by her loving nature. I find peace with the fact that she has been reunited with her father. I know she is looking down from above and watching over all who cared so deeply for her. May pleasant memories keep you now and for always. Remember she is another angel in heaven who will be guarding over those she loved. - Posted by: Sheryl Sinclair (Friend/co-worker) on: Dec 28, 2012

• It is only once in awhile that you come across a person like Laura; kind, warm, generous, and just fun to be around. My wife and I have only known Laura for a short while but we knew that we would be friends forever. Deepest condolences to the family and Frank. Góða nótt elskan. - Posted by: Daniel S Einarson (friend of Frank and Laura) on: Dec 28, 2012

• Maria, Morgan and Franklin, There are no words to express how sorry I am for your loss. Laura will be missed so much by so many. She had a huge heart, a genuine goodness, a warm, bubbly personality and a way of touching people in a very special way. I am so glad to have worked with her. She was well loved by so many students that she helped along the way. She loved each of you so deeply. Now she is with her father whom she loved dearly too. My thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Brenda Johannson (Colleage, friend, Grade 5 teacher) on: Dec 27, 2012

• Laura you were a great part of the ESMS team. Your smile will always be remembered. - Posted by: Carol Burdett (Work colleague) on: Dec 27, 2012

• Dear Maria, Morgan and family. Our deepest simpathy to you all. Laura was such a wonderful, giving and happy person. She lightened the room wherever she went. I have lots of great memories from my visits to Selkirk staying with the Bears. They always made me feel so welcome. Also when my family grew bigger. We were so happy to welcome Laura and Maria in Akureyri, Iceland 2003. Laughter and a big smile are the words that come to my mind when I thing of Laura Bear. She knew how to live and enjoy life. We miss her alot and our thoughts and prayers are with the family and her loved ones. Eydís, Clark, Sigrún Mary, Bryndís, Alexander, Sigrún og Valgarður. - Posted by: Eydís Valgarðsdóttir and family (relative from Iceland and a friend) on: Dec 27, 2012

• Maudia, Morgan, We are so sorry for your loss. Laura was a beautiful person through and through. I loved working with her at Daerwood School and we loved having her as part of our Board of Directors at the Selkirk Friendship Centre a few years past as she had so many great ideas. Laura you will be greatly missed by all. Thoughts and prayers to you Maudia, Morgan and Franklin.- Leslie and Robert Loutit - Posted by: Leslie Loutit (friend /past co-worker) on: Dec 27, 2012

• From the first time our family met Laura, we all knew that she was to become part of our family. She jumped right in and got involved in family gatherings, showed her patience, love and kindness for all of us. Her thoughfulness was shown through her actions, a special card, hug, treat. She listened to what mattered to each person and remembered. We had many happy gatherings, such as an impromptu BBQ at Julianna and Waynes or at home on the deck overlooking the lake, at Hnausa Park, Thanksgiving in Winnipeg, and Christmas celebrations. Laura considered everyone and made each of us feel special. For that, we will always remember her with our deepest love and thankfulness for being part of our lives. We are especially thankful for the happiness and new family that she brought to Franklin. We had so much pleasure watching their love grow and are so happy for the time they had together. - Posted by: Franklin's family (Franklin's family) on: Dec 27, 2012

• Mrs. Bear my thoughts are with you and Morgan. Laura was one of the most positive people I have ever met, she saw good every where. It was like when Laura said it was gonna happen you just hung on and waited for it to come true. She seemed to know when we would get extra recess and she knew if she waited she would find the love of her life and it made my heart jump to see it happen and her complete happiness! I will miss my old friend... - Posted by: Lisa Goss (Feyereisen) (Life long friend...) on: Dec 27, 2012

• I grew up with Laura she was a kind bubbly person always had a big smile we would often stop and talk in the streets of Selkirk most of all the Selkirk Parade. I will never forget how happy she was to meet her love, Laura will be deeply missed by all. I will never forget her May you rest in peace. all I know is there is another smiling Angel - Posted by: Sharon Langlois (child hood friend) on: Dec 26, 2012

• Maudia and Morgan, we are truly saddened at the heart wrenching news of Laura's untimely passing. Our hearts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Laura was a wonderful daughter and sister and those fond memories will help carry you through. We would love to attend her memorial, however we are out of the country at this time. - Posted by: Marvin and Patricia Benson (Friends of the family) on: Dec 26, 2012

• I will always remember you as a smiling, laughing, kind wonderful person. My condolences to you Maria, Morgan, Franklin, family and friends - Posted by: Shirley Pennie (Sanderson) (family friend) on: Dec 26, 2012

• My condolences to Mrs. Bear, Morgan & family. I'm so sorry for your loss. I will remember Laura who always shows kindness to everyone & her smiles. My thoughts & prayers are with you, the Lord is with your during this difficult times. God Bless <3 - Posted by: Nancy F. () on: Dec 26, 2012

• Laura was always the shinning face at the Einarson family reunions. She was always so kind and fun with our kids. To this day she is “the fun lady who led the Macarena dance”. Our deepest sympathies go out to her family. - Posted by: Bonser Family (Cousins) on: Dec 26, 2012

• Laura didn't just wander through life, she lived it with passion and gusto. Whenever I see her face in my mind she is smiling, laughing and sharing her joy with others. Laura's generosity was a model to us all and she touched so many others with her kindness. She will continue to bring happiness to those who remember her with love. - Posted by: Pam McDermott (First cousin once removed) on: Dec 26, 2012

• Laura will be remembered for her generous spirit and overwhelming kindness. We wish we could be there with you. - Posted by: Jeff and Julianne Hinchcliffe (Relative) on: Dec 25, 2012

• Maria and Morgan, Sorry for your loss, I did I not know Laura very well, only met her a few time at family reunions, but remember her with a friendly smile and great laugh. Our hearts go out to you. Val and Jock - Posted by: Valerie Macrae (Bonser) (Cousin to Maria) on: Dec 25, 2012

• I was truly blessed to have Laura in my life. She was so much more than just a cousin to me. I will always miss your amazing smile! My prayers are with you Maria, Morgan,Franklin, and the rest of the family. Will be there soon! - Posted by: Sharman (Ingimundson) Lemieux (Cousin) on: Dec 25, 2012

• Maria, I am so sorry to hear of Laura´s passing. Since we lived our lives in different provinces, I was not able to get to know her as well as I would have liked, but from what I did know, I can agree with all the tributes to her above. I also know she was very proud of her Icelandic heritage and contributed so much during her time at Icelandic Camp, to welcome all the children and work with them. I am so sorry I cannot be there to support you, as I am in Iceland for Xmas. My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Bless, bless Gail Einarson-McCleery - Posted by: Gail Einarson-McCleery (First cousin of Laura´s mother Maria) on: Dec 25, 2012

• We were deeply saddenend by the news of Laura's passing. We fondly remember her time with us in Victoria during a visit with Maria. I recall the times we connected at the Einarson Reunion gatherings and other trips to visit the Sefanson family in Gimli, when business took me to Winnipeg. She was always so full of joy and kindenss and will be missed by all she touched. Sincere condolances to Maria, her family and friends. - Posted by: Bruce Ingimundson (Second cousin and friend) on: Dec 25, 2012

• Laura was a beautifull person inside and out. I will always be greatful to have known her and worked with her. Laura will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to Maria and Morgan. - Posted by: Wendi Carter (friend, colleage) on: Dec 24, 2012

• Maudia and Morgan, I am so saddened to hear of Laura, of course doing what she would do, going to the school to deliver goodies. My thoughts are with you. Remembering Laura and the many times she made me smile and she certainly had the ability to make us laugh. All my best wishes for you, Maudia and Morgan. - Posted by: Cheryl Adams (friend) on: Dec 24, 2012

• Maria and Morgan, we are so sorry to learn of Laura's death. Know that our thoughts our with you both. - Posted by: Sonja and Mike Crawford (family friends) on: Dec 24, 2012

• My sincere condolences, especially for Maria, Morgan and Franklin. So many lives were touched and affected by having Laura in them....family, friends, students, staff colleagues, Icelanders and Canadian Icelanders. We will all cherish our memories! - Posted by: Patsy Zdrill (friend and a Bruin Chapter of the INL member) on: Dec 24, 2012

• Maria we were devastated to learn of Laura's passing, Although we did not know her well - she was such a lovely person and so very caring Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family Our deepest sympathy Gord & Joyce Peterson - Posted by: Gord and Joyce Peterson (friends of the Tergesens and her mother Maria) on: Dec 24, 2012

• I remember Laura to be this beautiful, gregarious girl full of life. Laura always had a big bright smile on her face, lit up a room as she entered and had such a romantic heart. Her gentle spirit and love for life will live on in the hearts of those who loved her and those fortunate enough to have crossed her path. Cheers Laura for all your success and for always reaching for all your dreams. I really admired you. - Posted by: Lisa Hicks (friend of the Tergesen family and spent time with Laura in Gimli on weekends in the summer) on: Dec 24, 2012

• My sincere condolences to Maria, Morgan and Franklin. May your faith carry you through this devastating time. Laura brought such joy to all those she had contact with. - Posted by: Colleen Wor (Friend) on: Dec 24, 2012

• Our most sincere condolences on the sudden loss of Laura. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. - Posted by: Marian & Ray Lewis () on: Dec 24, 2012

• Laura was my hairdresser for many years. She was a truly special lady. Alwsys giving of herself to help others. So Sorry I am out of town until the new year but you are in my thoughts and prayers, Maria, Morgan & Franklin - Posted by: Edna Simperl (Friend) on: Dec 24, 2012

• Laura was so full of life and very bubbly...she always made me laugh...Laura became my hairdresser for awhile...she will missed by all....my condolences to her family ....a very special person left way too soon...hugs. - Posted by: Debbie Clarke (School friend and client) on: Dec 24, 2012

• Maria, Sincere sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. - Posted by: Marg Worth () on: Dec 24, 2012

• Our hearts go out to Maria & all Laura's loved ones. Laura was a wonderful person - always kind, caring & happy. Monie & Rick Smith - Posted by: Monie & Rick Smith (Friends) on: Dec 24, 2012

• So saddened by this news for Maria, Morgan, Franklin, family and friends. Laura was such an enthusiastic person; so bright, so cheerful. So glad that she was blessed with her hearts desire in finding Franklin. She was a wonderful role model for the youth that she worked with. Our deepest sympathy extended to all. - Posted by: Lorna and Dave Doolan (Friends) on: Dec 24, 2012

• I was saddened to hear of Laura's passing, we have known each other from when I first started Icelandic camp. I was always greeted with a "Bear" hug and looked forward to seeing her each and every year. A few years ago my daughter started going to Icelandic camp and she was so excited to tell me that my old friend " Laura Bear" was working in the kitchen. A warm smile and a big hug goes out to you my friend. Rest in peace - Posted by: Tannis Kunz (Friend) on: Dec 24, 2012

• Maria & Morgan, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I had such a nice visit with Laura and Franklin in Hecla last summer. I cannot imagine how devastating this is for you. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Edna Johnson - Posted by: Edna Johnson (Friend) on: Dec 24, 2012

• Our hearts go out to Maria and Morgan on the loss of Laura. - Posted by: janis sutherland (family friend) on: Dec 24, 2012

• I was gifted with knowing Laura when she was a child through stories from Mom who I worked with for many years at Ruth Hooker. I then worked with Laura indirectly when she worked at the Regional Support Centre. Her compassion and caring personality was evident in her interactions with students and staff. My condolences to Morrgan and Maudia. - Posted by: Theresa a Park (Co-worker to Laura and To Mom) on: Dec 23, 2012

• Before Laura went to work for the school system, she was my (Donna) hair stylist and we would have many long talks about her dad @ SMHC and about her Icelandic heritage and travels. Maria, We are truly sorry for your loss - Posted by: Art & Donna Barnson (friends) on: Dec 23, 2012

• Maria, I am so shocked to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you today. I will always remember Laura's smile and laugh. Be strong and have faith. - Posted by: Diane Longley (Friend ) on: Dec 23, 2012

• Laura - strong, helpful, wonderful-hearted, never-ending energy, always on the go! A friend who would get laughing, making you laugh in no time as the happy tears welled up in her eyes - you will never be forgotten my dear "Lola de Bearo"!! Thoughts and prayers to you both Maria and Morgan - Posted by: Debbie Gowryluk (childhood friend) on: Dec 23, 2012

• We attended Icelandic camp together as children. I was very young and you were 4 years older than me and you took special care to lead me around and be my friend. I distinctly remember you carrying me on your shoulders in the lake because you were so strong. Decades later I moved back to the interlake to raise my kids and I would bump into you from time to time and it was always pleasant and nostalgic. A couple of years ago you pulled into a driveway at Hnausa asking for directions to Franklin's house. I said "is that Laura Bear?" (I wasn't wearing my glasses) and we both laughed at the coincidence. - Posted by: Asi Asmundsson (friend) on: Dec 23, 2012

• I can't believe you are gone. I am blessed to have you as my friend. You will be missed beyond words. - Posted by: Josie (Friend) on: Dec 22, 2012

• We were so shocked at the news of Laura's death. Maria, we are so sorry we cannot attend the funeral or be there to help as we are in the Maritimes. Please know we will be praying for you and your family. Bless, Maxine & John - Posted by: John & Maxine Ingalls (Friend) on: Dec 22, 2012

• My heart and thoughts are with you. - Posted by: Berry Grant (Friend) on: Dec 22, 2012

• A lovely person inside and out, Laura was. I a consider myself lucky to have known her and been part of her life. She will be greatly missed. - Posted by: Bianca Wade (Friend, colleage) on: Dec 22, 2012

• I knew Laura briefly when she was a sub EA at Robert Smith School. She was always kind and considerate and made sure she smiled at everyone. Heaven has gained an angel that was lost to all who knew her on earth. Rest peacefully Laura.... - Posted by: Cindy Laye (past co-worker/acquaintance) on: Dec 22, 2012