Lauri Elizabeth Lenahan, born Nov. 27, 1966, died June 17, 2016.
Born in Omaha, Nebraska, she was a trained veterinary technician, and specialized in emergency critical care for all animals from draft horses to tiny turtles. In addition to veterinary medicine, she was the office manager for her father’s medical practice for many years.
Lauri is survived by her husband Desmond, parents Cari and Jack, sister Denise and brother Michael, her four much adored nieces and nephews Kelsey, Ryan, Laurel and Cooper and her many pets including four large birds, three cats and four tortoises.
Lauri and her husband had many hobbies including showing cats for professional breeders and beekeeping. She loved participating in equestrian events, enjoying cuisine, knitting, crocheting, antiquing and showing their 1947 vintage trailer, “Gertie.”
“Lauri will always be remembered for her extraordinary resourcefulness and willingness to jump in and solve any problem. Her love and devotion to her family and friends was immeasurable.”
Funeral Service will be noon Sunday, June 26, Sneider & Sullivan & O’Connell’s Funeral Home, 977 S. El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA.
Donations in her memory can be made to the Persian and Himalayan Cat Rescue or BLM Wild Horse and Burro adoption charities.
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