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Laurie (Laurie Maui LoLo) from Lakewood, CO
Marine
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Laurie is a proud MoM of her one and only son. Currently 25, her son grew up
with Laurie’s siblings, who are 33, 31, and 28, so it was no different than growing
up with his own siblings. Laurie’s son graduated from MCRD in San Diego in July
2021. She was blessed to be the second group back that was allowed to be at
graduation after COVID. She imagined how hard it would have been if she was
not there for graduation. Her family resides in Colorado. Laurie has been back in
Colorado since 2001. It allowed Laurie to help her mom with her siblings and her
grandparents whom she was very close. Laurie has many passions in life,
including playing Women’s Semi-Pro Tackle football, which won the Division
2National Championship in July 2022. She loves the times spent with her nieces
and family and spending time with her partner and five dogs at their farmhouse
built in 1936 and their acre of land. The dogs essentially have their own dog park.
Finally, volunteering with animal rescue groups and supporting young ladies
breaking the barriers in the tackle football world are big priorities in her life.
Laurie’s son is not the only member of their family that has served in the
military. Her grandfather and 3 of his brothers all served in World War II. Her
grandfather was a part of the 12th Armored Division, known as the Hellcats,
aka “Mystery Division,” that served under General George Patton. One of his
brothers also served in the army and not only landed in Normandy but
survived the battle. The 3rd brother of the military quad served in the Navy,
and his ship left Pearl Harbor 2 days before the bombing. The fourth brother
was a Marine (ooh-rah) that was instrumental in training the young Marines
for the war. Both of Laurie’s grandfathers were also in the Korean Conflict
(War). While both of her grandfathers served in Korea, her paternal
grandfather was recognized as a hero. He received the Purple Heart and the
Silver Star for conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in action at the Battle of
Heartbreak Ridge. Her family is very proud of their past relatives and are
grateful for their service. The family is also very proud of Laurie’s son as he
continues his journey as a Marine.
Laurie has not always had enough time to volunteer or be at every event
of her son’s as she was a single mother working three jobs and finishing
her education. Hence, being part of this volunteer group is very exciting.
When her son was a recruit at San Diego, she fell upon the
MarineParents Facebook group, not expecting much information or
support. Laurie was so surprised, overwhelmed, and grateful for all the
volunteers she came across. She learned so much and was a sponge for
more information. Laurie knew within the first two weeks of her time in the
Alpha and Charlie Company groups that she wanted to become a
volunteer. She wanted to help future families through the same
challenges that she faced, and she wanted to do it like the volunteers that
helped her.
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