Laura Hand Donahue, born May 16, 1967, passed away April 9, 2023 in DE. Laura graduated from Laramie in 1985 and from UW in 1989. Before moving to Delaware, she taught at St. Laurence School. She lives on in her art and in the art of the hundreds of students she taught.
She leaves behind her husband Jay, her daughters, Serafina (Robert Shumacher) and Veronica. She is also survived by her mother, Sharon Hand, brother Manus Hand (Angela), sisters Celise Swanson (Andy), Joy Thompson (Andy), Alanna Coca (Laurence) Mollie Hand (Dan Fetsco) and Harmony Savoia (Tony) Her many nieces and nephews were in awe of her art, her music and her stories.
She was preceded in death by her father James Hand, a niece, Jessica Coca and a nephew Logan Dobkins.
A funeral mass is planned in Newark, DE on May 16, 2023, 4:00 EDT at St. Elizabeth Seton. The mass will be live streamed for all her Laramie friends and relatives at 2:00 MDT zoomlink:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86986316582?pwd=UHo1WWJBT1dDWBR6SmNWUTFtYmNjUT09
meeting ID: 86986316582 Passcode: 847875
Laramie participants can gather at 530 Beaufort #35, Laramie, to watch the broadcast and enjoy stories of the good times they spent with Laura. A memorial mass will be celebrated in Laramie, Wyoming later in the summer.
So very sorry to hear the news. I always knew Laura as a kind, funny and gentle soul. My deepest condolences to the family and my friend Jay. 🙏
Blessings to you & yours. My deepest sympathies Stephanie Coca-Carter & Family
Rest In Peace sweet Laura. We always enjoyed your company and were very happy to see you last Fall in Laramie. My condolences to all her family and friends.
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Joy...I am sorry to hear of your loss. My best to you and your family. Joan Moon
Jay, many fond memories of your wife and you. I am so sorry for you and your families loss.
Jay I am so sorry for you loss!
Fred and I will miss Laura one of our first cousins. She was a talented and wonderful artist; but foremost a great cousin to hang around with. I will always remember the times I spent with her, her sisters and brother when I was a youngster. We all had great times together. Our deepest sympathy and hearts go out to all the Hand family.
My sincere condolences to all the Hand and Donahue Families. I do not have enough words, but I will remember Laura's smile, and that is a good start.
Laura dear. Know we will be with you in in love and prayers. Our blessings on Jay, the girls, your dear Mother, brother and sisters. Uncle Pat and auntie Karen 🙏❤️☘️
Profound condolences, Manus, Mollie, and family...
Dear Mollie, I am so sorry for your loss. The loss of a sibling is a unique kind of grief. Please know of my love and prayers for you beautiful family. Peace, Jeanne Van Heule ❤️
My condolences to all of the Hand family.
God grant Laura Paradise, and give consolation to all those who love her.
I will forever miss Laura. Please come May 16 as we attempt to find words to comfort one another. Laura always knew how to use words so well. Sigh.
What does one say? Tough shot. Been there. All my wishes for healing. Thanks for letting me be a part of your family.
I taught with Laura at St. Laurence and she was my son’s first grade teacher. So professional, kind and patient with the kids. I am sorry to hear of her passing and am sorry for your loss.