Escanaba, MI
Laela Levi Berube, age 11, of Escanaba, passed away early Sunday morning, September 2, 2012, at St. Vincent Hospital, in Green Bay, due to complications of Cystic Fibrosis.
Laela was born June 27, 2001, in Escanaba, the daughter of Charles and Samantha (Meyette) Berube. She was raised in Escanaba and attended the Soo Hill Elementary School. Laela had a gentle spirit and a beautiful smile. She was a member of the County Line Swine 4-H program and Escanaba Youth Wrestling program. She enjoyed kayaking, reading, arts and crafts, playing games and spending time with her loving family. She will be sadly missed.
In addition to her parents, Charlie and Samantha, Laela is survived by:
Brother: Dusten Berube of Escanaba, MI
Sisters: Alexis and Sasha Berube both of Escanaba, MI
Maternal Grandparents: David (Terri) Meyette of Cornell, MI
Paternal Grandparents: John (Leona) Berube of Escanaba, MI
Also surviving are many loving Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends.
Laela was preceded in death by her Uncle Tony Meyette and her Great Grandmother Rosemarie Solis.
Laela
Jenny and Scott Bourdeau - Wells, MI
My heart aches for you Sam and Charlie..and the rest of your family..Laela was a beautiful little girl and her tired little body is at peace now..we will be praying for your family
Kelli, Noah and Andrew Tourangeau - Escanaba, MI
Our deepest sympathy to the family. No parent should ever have to go through this kind of loss and we will be praying for you all.
Marie Chenier - Escanaba, MI
Our Deepest Sympathy to the Berube,Mayette & Solis families…
Sue Gannon
It was a pleasure to meet Laela and see her desire to go to school. Watching her look over the classroom library books was exciting as I knew that we both shared the passion of reading. She will be greatly missed in our classroom and consider her our guardian angel of 5th grade!The family will be in my thoughts and prayers!
God Bless You!
Chouinard’s
Sam, Charlie & family, So sorry to hear about Laela. She was such a sweet little girl with a cute little smile on her face. So young to go through such big issues in life. She will be so missed by all. All our live and prayers to all of your famiy.Seth Joanne, Aubrey & Evan
Dan and Doris Maloney - Gladstone, MI
What can we possibly say in a time like this to you for no words can fill the void. Our hearts are truley sadden for you and your family. You will be in our thoughts and we will be praying for you.
Tammi Hill
Our hearts go out to you! Words can even express how shocked we were when we found out. All of our prayers and love are with you as you deal with the loss of your little superhero, Laela!
All our love,
Tammi, Brandon and boys
Sharon Taylor - Escanaba, MI
My heart goes out to you and your families at this very sad time. Know God is watching over her and all of you…Sharon, Jeff and Elizabeth Taylor
Chris Hinkle-65roses - Escanaba, MI
You do not know me, but I had a sister with cystic fibrosis who is now also with the Good Lord. She was a very special person as is every person I ever met who has CF. I always felt God had a special place in his heart for these “kids”. My sister was a “spit fire” that made her even more special. I am sure that your Laela had her own ways that made her special also. I would like to think that my sister greeted her at those Pearly Gates and hand in hand walked up to God as He welcomed her with loving arms. God Bless you, my prayers are with you.
Jersie Skrzyniarz - Escanaba , MI
Laela was the best friend you could have. She was a kind and generous person. I will miss hanging out on the swings and laughing with her soooo very much.
Amy Klein Schifini - NONE, 0
Sam and Charlie, I am so sorry to hear about your daughter. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Paula Hunsader
Dear Sam, Charlie, Alexis, Sasha & Dusten,
Out hearts ache for your beautiful Laela and your family. She was so very precious to each of us. Words cannot begin to describe how badly we feel over the loss of one of our own. Laela will forever be in our hearts and we continue to pray for her and you. May God bring you peace and strength in these days ahead. Little Laela is a true angel in heaven.
Paula
Judy Hansen - Escanaba, MI
Dear Sam and Charlie, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in this difficult time. I have heard about your daughter through Linda Wingling, as we work together and she has kept in informed of your beautiful daughter. We lost our granddaughter to CF, and I know how difficult it is. Please know that we are thinking of you and your family.
Tammy Chaillier - Escanaba, MI
You have our families deepest sympathy. Laela was a very sweet little girl. All the girls in our subdivision painted their nails and put a “L” on them in memory of Laela for the first day of school. Rest in Peace Laela…
Paul J Saari - Bark River , Mi
Charlie and Sam please accept our deepest condolences, your family is in our prayers.
Linda, Scott, Alex and Holly Bockman
Sam and Charlie, the pain of the loss of a child is like no other. There simply are no adequate words to express my sympathy, I wish that no parent ever had to feel this type of pain. Please know that you and the kids and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this most difficult time.
“Death leaves a heartache no one can heal….
a memory no one can steal”
Angela Faust - Columbus, OH
I was saddened to hear about the loss of Laela. I was Laela’s tech teacher 2 years ago and can clearly remember her sweet face and quiet determination each and every class. My prayers are with you all as you find your way in the difficult time to come. Rest assured that your daughter made an impact on all who knew her.
Bernie Malone
Sam and Family,I am so sorry to hear of you sorrow. Words can not heal or take away the pain you feel. I wish it could, I would come and take it all away for yous. My thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you. She will be looking down on all of yous and she will be your guardian angel until you are reunited once again.
Love You Sam
Kaylee Casey - Escanaba, MI
Laela was a really good friend and I will miss her so much. We had fun on the slide, swings and monkey bars.
Anonymous
Dear Sam, Charlie, and Family,
Our deepest sympathies go out to you in this most difficult time. I pray that the memory of Laela’s beautiful smile keeps you strong.
Hugs to you all,
Jennifer, Paul, Hunter, and Bon LaChance
Randy and Debbie Johnsen - Escanaba, Mi
Our deepest sympathy to all of your family. We are so sorry for your loss. What a beautiful angel has gone to heaven and will be in the hearts of all of us that loved her forever. Gods blessings and Love
Debbie Saari
Charlie and Sam Paul and I would like to express our deepest sympathy. There are just no words to express what a terrible loss this is.
Jen (Jacobsen) Pare & Family - Gladstone, MI
Sam & Charlie – I am so sorry to hear about your beautiful daughter. Just remember and cherish all of the great times you had together. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Judy Warner - Escanaba, MI
To the family of Laela Beurbe. Prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. No words can express how you are feeling during this time.
Cathy ( Hurkmans) Tolman
Terri & family,I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Words cannot ever express enough to soothe your hearts. Know that friends are thinking of you during this time.
Layne and Pat - Manistique, MI
Our deepest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Your friend and brother BoilerMaker, Layne Neddow and Pat.
Tina Schram
Sam and Charlie, My thoughts and prayers are sent your way at the very sorrowful time in your life. Huggs sent your way.
Nancy J Powell and Marsha McClellan - Oak Park, IL
Our deepest sympathy to the Berube family and to all who knew and loved Laela. We never had the honor and pleasure of meeting Laela, but feel as if we’ve come to know her through Jim and Patti. We wish you strength and comfort during this difficult time, and we hope that the time you had with Laela, however short, has created memories that bring you comfort and peace in the days ahead.
Bill Powell - River Grove, IL
My sympathy to the Berube and Solis family. I am the brother of Jim Powell and brother in law of Patti. Met Laela a couple of years ago at a Fourth of July party. She was swimming, eating and enjoying herself. She seemed like a very nice girl and very polite to everyone. Just wanted to send my condolances to the family. Very tragic she was taken from you so early in life. May your family and friends give you strength to heal from this.
Valerie Bellows
To the Family of Laela,
I want to express my deepest sympathies to you in this dark time. My son, Sean, told us on the first day of school about your daughter. He never met her, but he was deeply saddened by her passing. I told him that she is now at peace and an angel watching over her classmates.
Again, my deepest condolences to you and the rest of your family.
Jessica Anderson Gartland
Sam, Charlie and family,
We would like to extend our deepest sympathies to you during your time of sorrow. We are thinking and praying for you all. We pray that Laela’s memories will help ease your pain.
Thinking of you all
Jessica, Steve, Shanin, Anna, Jacob and Cameron Gartland
Monica VanDrese
May God Bless this Angel! She now has her Wings to fly into Jesus’ Loving Arms. May God also Bless her loving family.
Thoughts of Love & Prayers,
Monica & Wendell VanDrese
Blalock family
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Robert, Cathy & Randy Blalock
Mike LaVarnway - Kingsford, MI
My sincerest condolences on your loss of Laela. There are no words that can console a loss, but rest assured that friends and family are a great source to help with the healing. I am sure I am not alone in thinking that Laela’s strength and courage throughout her battle is an insperation to others who have battles of their own. Again, my heart felt condolences, thoughts and prayers to your family.
James Denkins - Cooks, MI
Our thoughts and prayers are with you
Dan and Nina Nelson
Sam and Charlie,Our heartfelt condolences for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
In friendship, with deepest sympathy, Dan and Nina Nelson
Frances and Tom Powell - San Diego, CA
Our deepest condolences to you and your family. Although we did not have the honor of knowing Laela, through Patti and Jim we have heard so many wonderful things about her. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. With love, Frances and Tom Powell
Adam Johnsen - Las Vegas, NV
So sorry to hear about your loss. I wish I could be there to celebrate the life of Laela. You and your family are in my prayers.
Kim Cline
Sam, Charlie and family, Your family is in our thoughts and prayers! She will be truly missed by all. If you need anything please let me know.
Marc & Kellie Gillis
Sam, Charlie and family,We were so saddened to hear of Laela’s passing. She was such a amazing soul. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything at all, please let us know. Marc, Kellie Gillis and family
joan juchemich - 4 cambridge drive apt b gladstone michigan, mi
I am so sorry about the loss of your beautiful daughter. I lost my son, Justin, to cystic fibrosis 13 years ago. He was 18 and my only child. If I can be of any help to you please feel free to contact me. My heart is breaking for you…..