hallenges. Laurie married Brian Rasmusson in 1985. They were married for 37 years and made their home on the shore of Lake Ontario in Hilton, NY. The devoted and involved family matriarch with a wide spreading family tree, Laurie was loved by all. She is survived by her husband, Brian Rasmusson; brother, Scott H. Matthews, Cindy Shaw; brother-in-law, George Bowman. She is predeceased by her sister, Wendy Matthews Bowman. Laurie always loved time spent with her many nieces and nephews. Lifelong friends, Terry and Barb were always at her side for laughs and to help thru tough times. In honor of Laurie's Valentine's Day birthday, all those attending her life celebration from 4:00-7:00 pm on Thursday, September 1st, at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane, are invited to wear some heart-shaped jewelry. Her celebration of life will follow at 7:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the MSA Coalition, 7918 Jones Branch Dr, Suite 300, McLean VA 22012 (https://www.multiplesystematrophy.org/ways-to-give/) or the Hilton Fire & Rescue, 120 Old HoJack Ln, Hilton, NY 14468 (https://www.hiltonfd.org/donate.html) in Laurie's memory.