Racine – Laurie Ann Monti, 49, passed away at All Saints Hospital on Tuesday, March 10, 2009 following a long and courageous fight with cancer. She was born in Rockford, Illinois on November 20, 1959, the daughter of Crowder and Wava “Darlene” (nee: Burt) Saddler. She has been a Racine area resident since 1982. Laurie was employed at Toys-R-Us as a customer service representative for over 17 years. She was in love with her job because of the people she worked with, and the excitement that Christmas brought. She loved Christmas and all of the holidays because it gave her the chance to cook and prepare great dinners for big family gatherings. She also enjoyed the quiet nights at home with family, watching TV, or working in the yard She is survived by her loving family, including her husband, Michael Monti; her children, Arthur (fiancée – Stephanie Crocker) Lebo, Angela (fiancé – Abel Contreras) Lebo both of Racine, Tiffany (Courtney) Baker of Clarksville, Tennessee, Ashely Monti, Michael Monti, Jr., and Henry Monti all of Racine; grandchildren, Marilyn and Cassandra Monroy, Kaden Lebo, Adam, Abel III, Anthony, Adrian, and Melissa Contreras all of Racine; father and step-mother, Crowder and Reva Saddler; sister and brothers, Bonnie (Ron) Voller and Steve (Diane) Saddler both of Illinois, and Ron (Tracy) Saddler of Tennessee. She is further survived by her mother-in-law, Anne Monti of Florida; and brother-in-law, Dean Monti of Racine; and many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her mother, Darlene McCort; and her sister, Connie Elliott. Her funeral mass will be held at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 1100 Erie Street, at 12 noon on Wednesday, March 18, 2009. Burial will take place at West Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the funeral home Tuesday evening from 5 – 7 p.m., and Wednesday in the church beginning at 11 a.m. Memorials to the American Cancer Society have been suggested.
Henry Monti and Family says
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Laurie’s loved ones including her husband, her children, her grandchildren, and her extended family. We hope the pain of her loss will be softened by the thought that her love for you will only increase as time passes and that her spirit will be with you always.
The last time we spoke with her we remember how proudly she spoke of her children and grandchildren. She wished everyone could get together and enjoy one another more often.
We will miss Lauire.
MIchelle Northard says
Our prayers go out to all of you! We are here for you if you need anything….
Steve Saddler says
A loving sister that will always be remembered up until we get together again. A sister that brought joy and laughter to my heart for all these years. She was always there for me and took care of me since day one. She helped me in so many ways that will never be forgotten. She always went out of way to bring joy to others. One of the happiest memories with Laurie was on the day that her and Mike took there wedding vows. A great man who stuck by her side through all of her struggles and gave her so much laugther and love. My heart pours right now. I am just so glad that she met up with Mike. He gave her so much so joy and a beautiful family. She cherished every moment up until God called her home. She will be in my thaughts when I open my eyes until I close them at the end of each day. Much love Laurie. You will be missed.
Gulbrandson Family (Shelley, Chris, Calie & Paige) says
God had a plan for Laurie before she was born. Her time on earth was quick but she made a lasting impression on everyone she met. She has a purpose in heaven.
Keep the memories alive for you and your children. Remember, God loves you!
Our deepest sympathies
Ron (Buddy) Saddler says
My sister, Younger times growing up she would play in the dirt with me, she played with matches with me and cough the grass on fire behind the garage, she ran away from home with my favorite blue jeans. I WILL MISS YOU. LOVE YOU.
Bonnie Voller says
My sister Laurie is now an angel in heaven. I don’t understand why God called her home so soon.What I do know is that she is no longer in pain.Laurie was the prettist little girl,with a beautiful smile and grew up to be a beautiful woman. I will miss her deeply.I will think of her everyday as I do my other family that is in heaven.I have so many great memories of her. We shared laughter and tears over the years . Laurie lived for her family. She was a great loving person.I feel so blessed to have spent so much time with her over these past few months. I want to thank her wonderful husband and children for allowing me to be there so much.My love and prayers go out to all of them.
Laurie: I will miss all of the many phone calls and our late night talks.I will hold you close in my heart always.I Love You. Until we meet again your loving sister Bonnie.