Naomi C. Lauridsen
April 15, 1927 - January 15, 2016
Obituary
Madison—Naomi C. Lauridsen, age 88, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 15, 2016. She was born on April 15, 1927, in Plaza, North Dakota, the daughter of Reverend Henry and Mabel (Odland) Thompson. Naomi was a born-again Christian who was devoted to her faith and her family. She attended a one-room schoolhouse in Utica, WI and graduated from Stoughton High School. After high school, Naomi worked as a baby nurse at The Cradle, an orphanage, in Evanston, IL. Naomi was a loving mother whose kind and gentle personality were memorable traits for the numerous children she cared for, as a nanny, for over 20 years. She opened up her home to foreign students studying English and remained in contact with many. Her interests included studying the bible, history, crossword puzzles, gardening and politics. She is survived by her 6 children, Debby (John) Eidenshink, John Stone, Jeff (Sonci) Stone, Stan Lauridsen, Steve Lauridsen and Lynne (Luis) Yudice; grandchildren, great grandchildren; a brother, Morris (Mary) Thompson of Cambridge and sister-in-law, Lois (Jack) Kammer. She was preceded in death by her parents; a sister, Marian (Roger) Juel of San Antonio, TX and a brother, Hank Thompson of Texas. Funeral services will be held at the GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME, 7435 University Avenue, Middleton, at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, January 22, 2016, with Pastor Steve Stauffacher presiding. Burial will be in Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 21, at the funeral home and on Friday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service.
Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Gunderson West
Funeral & Cremation Care
7435 University Avenue
(608)831-6761
Events
Visitation
Thu Jan 21, 2016 @ 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM CDT
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Visitation
Fri Jan 22, 2016 @ 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Fri Jan 22, 2016 @ 11:00 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Julie Mitby
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Naomi was an important part of our family for fifteen years. She was a wonderful role model for my two daughters and an amazing friend. My condolences to all of her family. I am so sorry that I cannot be present at the funeral. Julie Mitby
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Patty Gorton
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We send our condolences to all of Naomi’s family members, trusting that the God of all comfort will sustain and encourage you all.
I will always thank God for Naomi’s commitment to spread the Good News of Jesus Christ, recognizing that the abundant life I have experienced in Christ for nearly 50 years was made possible because of Naomi’s love of God and her neighbors. She put that love into action by hosting a children’s Bible club in her home, resulting in children learning about Jesus, as well as my salvation in 1967.
And now she has been ushered into the Presence of our King!
1Co 15:54 So when this corruptible shall have put on incorruption, and this mortal shall have put on immortality, then shall be brought to pass the saying that is written, Death is swallowed up in victory.
Patty Gorton, San Diego
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Dean & Elizabeth Smith
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Along with us, Naomi was one of the early "settlers" on Driftwood Avenue, a few doors down from our home. She was a very pleasant and friendly person, who hosted many foreign students through the years. We will miss her. Dean & Elizabeth Smith
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Brian Kermicle
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My condolences to the family on your loss. For several years I played basketball with Stan and Steve at the church. I didn't know Naomi well, but she always had a smile and a greeting for me. I know she will be missed. Brian Kermicle, Verona