A teen who will never get to graduate high school, still received farewell yearbook messages thanks to her family and friends.
According to Mashable, Laura Hillier, 18, died on Jan. 20 after battling myeloid leukemia for years in Burlington, Canada.
Hillier died months short of her high school graduation.
Graduation-- it's a time enriched by student traditions that stay with alumni forever. Getting her last yearbook signed is one of those nostalgic traditions that escaped Hillier on Jan. 20.
So Hillier's friends and family came together to give her a memorial that would fulfill the senior year ritual.
They covered Hillier's coffin with the colorful, handwritten, tightly spaced, farewell messages that would fill the back pages of a yearbook for years to come.
A photo of the coffin was shared on Imgur, an online photo sharing platform, by a classmate. The caption read, "A girl from my high school died this year, this was what her parents did for her coffin, since she never got a senior yearbook."
The poster went on to say, "I couldn't possibly share this without including the message that a big part of why she died was due to long wait times for transplant patients.
Link to her story: http://www.ctvnews.ca/health/teen-says-it-was-hard-to-hear-she-must-await-
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Hope for Laura Hillier Facebook Page
January 20 at 11:56am ·
Dear friends,
It is with heavy hearts that we are letting you know that our Laura passed away today at 9:59 a.m. surrounded by family at Juravinski Hospital. She fought bravely and all of you would have been so proud of her. Her poise, her courage, her strength and her pure spirit shone through right until the end.
Thank you all once again for the love and support that has helped us all through this difficult journey.
All our love back to you,
On behalf of Frances, Greg, Heather and the rest of the family
Obituary:
“Life is a song… sing it ‘til your heart’s content.” Laura
*******
HILLIER, Laura Carol
Laura slipped away in the loving arms of her family at Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 after a valiant battle with leukemia. Taken too soon at the age of 18.
Beloved daughter of Gregory and Frances Hillier. Adored sister of Heather. Cherished granddaughter of Frank and Edna Pitt and the late Charles and Monica Hillier. Treasured niece of Sandy, Penny, Cathy and Lloyd. Dear cousin of Kyle, Devon, Margy, Natalie, Sean and Jenny.
Laura was a remarkable woman whose life, although short, impacted the lives of many. Her passion, intellect, voice, creativity, talent, kindness, and love of life inspired friends, family and acquaintances.
Her courageous battle against leukemia and her crusade to bring attention to the need for stem cell transplant resources have inspired health care providers, bureaucrats and complete strangers. Laura will be missed by many. Special thanks to the extraordinary and compassionate staff at Juravinski Hospital and for the never-ending love and support from friends and family too numerous to mention.
Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line, BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on Thursday the 28th from 7-9 pm, and Friday the 29th from 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service to celebrate Laura will be held at Wellington Square United Church, 2121 Caroline Street, Burlington on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 11 am with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Laura to www.beyondkidscancer.calaurahillier would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Funds will be used to improve resources for stem cell transplants, furthering Laura’s mission to put an end to wait times.
“You’ll be with me like a handprint on my heart.” from the musical " Wicked". Because we knew you, we have been changed for good.
Smith's Funeral Home
www.smithsfh.com
1167 Guelph Line
Burlington, Ontario, CANADA
L7P 2S7
According to Mashable, Laura Hillier, 18, died on Jan. 20 after battling myeloid leukemia for years in Burlington, Canada.
Hillier died months short of her high school graduation.
Graduation-- it's a time enriched by student traditions that stay with alumni forever. Getting her last yearbook signed is one of those nostalgic traditions that escaped Hillier on Jan. 20.
So Hillier's friends and family came together to give her a memorial that would fulfill the senior year ritual.
They covered Hillier's coffin with the colorful, handwritten, tightly spaced, farewell messages that would fill the back pages of a yearbook for years to come.
A photo of the coffin was shared on Imgur, an online photo sharing platform, by a classmate. The caption read, "A girl from my high school died this year, this was what her parents did for her coffin, since she never got a senior yearbook."
The poster went on to say, "I couldn't possibly share this without including the message that a big part of why she died was due to long wait times for transplant patients.
Link to her story: http://www.ctvnews.ca/health/teen-says-it-was-hard-to-hear-she-must-await-
******
Hope for Laura Hillier Facebook Page
January 20 at 11:56am ·
Dear friends,
It is with heavy hearts that we are letting you know that our Laura passed away today at 9:59 a.m. surrounded by family at Juravinski Hospital. She fought bravely and all of you would have been so proud of her. Her poise, her courage, her strength and her pure spirit shone through right until the end.
Thank you all once again for the love and support that has helped us all through this difficult journey.
All our love back to you,
On behalf of Frances, Greg, Heather and the rest of the family
Obituary:
“Life is a song… sing it ‘til your heart’s content.” Laura
*******
HILLIER, Laura Carol
Laura slipped away in the loving arms of her family at Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 after a valiant battle with leukemia. Taken too soon at the age of 18.
Beloved daughter of Gregory and Frances Hillier. Adored sister of Heather. Cherished granddaughter of Frank and Edna Pitt and the late Charles and Monica Hillier. Treasured niece of Sandy, Penny, Cathy and Lloyd. Dear cousin of Kyle, Devon, Margy, Natalie, Sean and Jenny.
Laura was a remarkable woman whose life, although short, impacted the lives of many. Her passion, intellect, voice, creativity, talent, kindness, and love of life inspired friends, family and acquaintances.
Her courageous battle against leukemia and her crusade to bring attention to the need for stem cell transplant resources have inspired health care providers, bureaucrats and complete strangers. Laura will be missed by many. Special thanks to the extraordinary and compassionate staff at Juravinski Hospital and for the never-ending love and support from friends and family too numerous to mention.
Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line, BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on Thursday the 28th from 7-9 pm, and Friday the 29th from 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service to celebrate Laura will be held at Wellington Square United Church, 2121 Caroline Street, Burlington on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 11 am with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Laura to www.beyondkidscancer.calaurahillier would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Funds will be used to improve resources for stem cell transplants, furthering Laura’s mission to put an end to wait times.
“You’ll be with me like a handprint on my heart.” from the musical " Wicked". Because we knew you, we have been changed for good.
Smith's Funeral Home
www.smithsfh.com
1167 Guelph Line
Burlington, Ontario, CANADA
L7P 2S7
A teen who will never get to graduate high school, still received farewell yearbook messages thanks to her family and friends.
According to Mashable, Laura Hillier, 18, died on Jan. 20 after battling myeloid leukemia for years in Burlington, Canada.
Hillier died months short of her high school graduation.
Graduation-- it's a time enriched by student traditions that stay with alumni forever. Getting her last yearbook signed is one of those nostalgic traditions that escaped Hillier on Jan. 20.
So Hillier's friends and family came together to give her a memorial that would fulfill the senior year ritual.
They covered Hillier's coffin with the colorful, handwritten, tightly spaced, farewell messages that would fill the back pages of a yearbook for years to come.
A photo of the coffin was shared on Imgur, an online photo sharing platform, by a classmate. The caption read, "A girl from my high school died this year, this was what her parents did for her coffin, since she never got a senior yearbook."
The poster went on to say, "I couldn't possibly share this without including the message that a big part of why she died was due to long wait times for transplant patients.
Link to her story: http://www.ctvnews.ca/health/teen-says-it-was-hard-to-hear-she-must-await-
******
Hope for Laura Hillier Facebook Page
January 20 at 11:56am ·
Dear friends,
It is with heavy hearts that we are letting you know that our Laura passed away today at 9:59 a.m. surrounded by family at Juravinski Hospital. She fought bravely and all of you would have been so proud of her. Her poise, her courage, her strength and her pure spirit shone through right until the end.
Thank you all once again for the love and support that has helped us all through this difficult journey.
All our love back to you,
On behalf of Frances, Greg, Heather and the rest of the family
Obituary:
“Life is a song… sing it ‘til your heart’s content.” Laura
*******
HILLIER, Laura Carol
Laura slipped away in the loving arms of her family at Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 after a valiant battle with leukemia. Taken too soon at the age of 18.
Beloved daughter of Gregory and Frances Hillier. Adored sister of Heather. Cherished granddaughter of Frank and Edna Pitt and the late Charles and Monica Hillier. Treasured niece of Sandy, Penny, Cathy and Lloyd. Dear cousin of Kyle, Devon, Margy, Natalie, Sean and Jenny.
Laura was a remarkable woman whose life, although short, impacted the lives of many. Her passion, intellect, voice, creativity, talent, kindness, and love of life inspired friends, family and acquaintances.
Her courageous battle against leukemia and her crusade to bring attention to the need for stem cell transplant resources have inspired health care providers, bureaucrats and complete strangers. Laura will be missed by many. Special thanks to the extraordinary and compassionate staff at Juravinski Hospital and for the never-ending love and support from friends and family too numerous to mention.
Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line, BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on Thursday the 28th from 7-9 pm, and Friday the 29th from 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service to celebrate Laura will be held at Wellington Square United Church, 2121 Caroline Street, Burlington on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 11 am with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Laura to www.beyondkidscancer.calaurahillier would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Funds will be used to improve resources for stem cell transplants, furthering Laura’s mission to put an end to wait times.
“You’ll be with me like a handprint on my heart.” from the musical " Wicked". Because we knew you, we have been changed for good.
Smith's Funeral Home
www.smithsfh.com
1167 Guelph Line
Burlington, Ontario, CANADA
L7P 2S7
According to Mashable, Laura Hillier, 18, died on Jan. 20 after battling myeloid leukemia for years in Burlington, Canada.
Hillier died months short of her high school graduation.
Graduation-- it's a time enriched by student traditions that stay with alumni forever. Getting her last yearbook signed is one of those nostalgic traditions that escaped Hillier on Jan. 20.
So Hillier's friends and family came together to give her a memorial that would fulfill the senior year ritual.
They covered Hillier's coffin with the colorful, handwritten, tightly spaced, farewell messages that would fill the back pages of a yearbook for years to come.
A photo of the coffin was shared on Imgur, an online photo sharing platform, by a classmate. The caption read, "A girl from my high school died this year, this was what her parents did for her coffin, since she never got a senior yearbook."
The poster went on to say, "I couldn't possibly share this without including the message that a big part of why she died was due to long wait times for transplant patients.
Link to her story: http://www.ctvnews.ca/health/teen-says-it-was-hard-to-hear-she-must-await-
******
Hope for Laura Hillier Facebook Page
January 20 at 11:56am ·
Dear friends,
It is with heavy hearts that we are letting you know that our Laura passed away today at 9:59 a.m. surrounded by family at Juravinski Hospital. She fought bravely and all of you would have been so proud of her. Her poise, her courage, her strength and her pure spirit shone through right until the end.
Thank you all once again for the love and support that has helped us all through this difficult journey.
All our love back to you,
On behalf of Frances, Greg, Heather and the rest of the family
Obituary:
“Life is a song… sing it ‘til your heart’s content.” Laura
*******
HILLIER, Laura Carol
Laura slipped away in the loving arms of her family at Juravinski Hospital, Hamilton on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 after a valiant battle with leukemia. Taken too soon at the age of 18.
Beloved daughter of Gregory and Frances Hillier. Adored sister of Heather. Cherished granddaughter of Frank and Edna Pitt and the late Charles and Monica Hillier. Treasured niece of Sandy, Penny, Cathy and Lloyd. Dear cousin of Kyle, Devon, Margy, Natalie, Sean and Jenny.
Laura was a remarkable woman whose life, although short, impacted the lives of many. Her passion, intellect, voice, creativity, talent, kindness, and love of life inspired friends, family and acquaintances.
Her courageous battle against leukemia and her crusade to bring attention to the need for stem cell transplant resources have inspired health care providers, bureaucrats and complete strangers. Laura will be missed by many. Special thanks to the extraordinary and compassionate staff at Juravinski Hospital and for the never-ending love and support from friends and family too numerous to mention.
Visitation at SMITH'S FUNERAL HOME, 1167 Guelph Line, BURLINGTON (905-632-3333), on Thursday the 28th from 7-9 pm, and Friday the 29th from 3-5 & 7-9 p.m. A Funeral Service to celebrate Laura will be held at Wellington Square United Church, 2121 Caroline Street, Burlington on Saturday, January 30, 2016 at 11 am with reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Laura to www.beyondkidscancer.calaurahillier would be sincerely appreciated by the family. Funds will be used to improve resources for stem cell transplants, furthering Laura’s mission to put an end to wait times.
“You’ll be with me like a handprint on my heart.” from the musical " Wicked". Because we knew you, we have been changed for good.
Smith's Funeral Home
www.smithsfh.com
1167 Guelph Line
Burlington, Ontario, CANADA
L7P 2S7
