Laurie R. (Baptiste) Silvia, 53, of New Bedford died Wednesday April 26, 2006 at home after a brief illness surounded by her family and friends.
Born in Wareham, the daughter of Emily (Barros) Baptiste of Onset and the late Julio Baptiste, she lived in Wareham for most of her life before moving to New Bedford 15 years ago.
Laurie was employed as a purchasing agent for Group Athletica in Mattapoisett.
She enjoyed music, dancing, and spending time with family and friends.
Survivors include her mother; three children, DeAnn Baptiste of New Bedford, Danielle Baptiste of Acushnet, and Richard Silvia Jr. of Weymouth; two sisters, Linda and Julie Baptiste, both of Onset; three grandchildren, Caelyn, Alanna, and Kyrah; a niece, a nephew, and many cousins, and her loving dog, Cuervo.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of her life will be held on Saturday May 20, 2006 from 3-8 PM at the Tabernacle of Praise, 187 Hathaway Rd., Wareham. Visiting hours are omitted. In lieu of flowers, remembrances may be made to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 44 Binney St., Boston, MA 02115. For directions and guestbook, please visit www.saundersdwyer.com.