Laurie Pearl Root, age 64, of Conway, Arkansas, passed away on May 19, 2025. She was born in Swink, Oklahoma, on November 9, 1960, to the late Nelson and Lola Thompson.
In addition to her parents, Laurie was preceded in death by her husband, Wayne Root, her sister Carolyn Taylor, and her brother Marshall Thompson.
Laurie leaves behind her beloved children, Shawn Root and Natalie Rudolph, and many loving grandchildren who brought great joy to her life. She is also survived by her eldest brother, Maurice Thompson, and sisters Evelyn Cunningham and Dolores Smith, along with numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends who meant so much to her.
Laurie was known for her kind heart, gentle spirit, and unwavering love for her family and friends. She found joy in life’s simple moments — a good book, a warm conversation, and time spent with those she cherished. A woman of faith, Laurie was one of Jehovah’s Witnesses, and her spiritual beliefs brought her peace, strength, and comfort in her final days.
Her compassion, grace, and quiet strength touched the lives of all who knew her, and her memory will continue to live on in the hearts of those she leaves behind.
A family hosted memorial with military honors will take place at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
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Laurie will be missed. She was a very kind lady and a pleasure to work with
I am so thankful I had the chance to meet Laurie, Natalie’s sweet Mother. She was truly warm with a quick sense of humor. It was obvious how much Ms. Root loved her children and how very proud she was of them. Natalie, Shawn, and family, I am so sorry for your loss.
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