Birth date: May 13, 1950 Death date: Mar 6, 2024
Laurie T. Clauss (nee Tait) passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. Born in Woodbury, NJ to Thomas and Doris Tait (nee Raney), Laurie was 73 years old. She was a resident of Delran, NJ since Read Obituary
I'm so sorry to see this. I always ran into Laurie during my morning walks, when she would be strolling up Westover Drive. I always looked forward to running into her, as she was so full of vigor and of varied interests (birds, for one)...and so energetic and cheerful. One could sincerely believe that there was not a bad thought in her.
-Kent Edel (on Westover Court)
Laurie was my BEST FRIEND as we shared so many memories of Sterling High years (cheerleading) - Laurie was the best of the best, someone to share your life’s up and downs. We’ve always kept in touch and shared our birthday every year in the month of May - I will miss her witty ways with big smiles and always being up and positive. I will always keep her in my prayers for a peaceful life !
I will miss our garden chats out back over the neighboring fence with beautiful flowers each season! My girls have cherished Mrs. Clauss’ fresh cut flowers and gifts of sunflower seeds from her mega-flower that we watched grow into a beautiful assortment of colors last fall.
Mrs. Clauss had been such a kind neighbor after we moved into our home in Delran a few years back. She inspired me to start my own garden (viewable through our shared fence out back) and gave me wonderful tips of encouragement along the way! I will miss seeing her joy for God’s beautiful creation each day and week as she strolled out back along the edge to her garden!
To My Sister Laurie, This poem reminds me of you.
From Her proud brother Tom...
Meet You At The Gate.. by Barbara Bailey
A beautiful garden now stands alone,
missing the one who nurtured it,
But now she is gone.
Her flowers still bloom, and the sun it still shines,
But the rain is like tear drops for the ones left behind,
The weeds lay waiting to take the garden’s beauty away,
But the beautiful memories of its keeper are in our hearts to stay.
She loved every flower, even some that were weeds.
So much love she would plant with each little seed,
But just like her flowers, she was part of God’s plan.
So when it was her time, he reached down his hand.
He looked through the garden, searching for the best.
That’s when he found her; it was her time to rest.
It was hard for those who loved her to just let her go,
But God had a spot in his garden that needed a gentle soul,
So when you start missing her, remember if you just wait,
When God has a spot in his garden, she’ll meet you at the gate.
So many memories of Westover Drive. Thankful for Mrs. Clauss and all the fun with the crew growing up. Thankful she is rejoicing with our Lord.
Laurie was so much fun to be with,
a fun cheerleader in high school loved peanut butter on every kind of sandwitch , even ham &cheese.
Cherishing memories of cousin Laurie as I send love and hugs to all the family. Laurie was loving, caring, insightful and fun loving. She had the knack for giving advice that would pop up in your mind just at the right time. That could be years later and still spot on. Her smile was infectious and her laughter was joyful. Keeping you all in my heart and prayers.
