Laurel Anne “Lauri” Brofka, 37, of St. Rose, died Sunday, January 6, 2008 in St. Rose TWP.   

She was born October 10, 1970 in Houston, TX to Edward and Linda (Albers) Brofka; they survive in Marion, IL.  To her parents, Lauri was and always will be the light of their lives. 

Also surviving is her maternal grandmother, Bernice Albers of Marion, IL. 

Her special friend, Jeremy Athmer of St. Rose. 

She was preceded in death by her maternal grandfather, Gus Albers and her paternal grandparents, Edward and Teresa Brofka, Sr. 

Lauri graduated with her Bachelor and Master’s Degree in Speech/Language Pathology from Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville and she was currently enrolled in the Advanced Nursing Program at Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville.  

She was employed as a Speech/Language Pathologist with NW Rehab in Alton, IL and was a former Speech Therapist with First Step at the Clinton County Rehabilitation Center in Breese. 

Lauri loved animals, especially her cat and dog.  She will always be remembered for putting others first.    

A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 12, 2008 at 11:00 AM at St. Francis Catholic Church in Aviston with Deacon Charles Litteken officiating. 

Visitation will be from 10:00 AM-11:00 AM on Saturday, January 12, 2008 at St. Francis Catholic Church in Aviston. 

The family requests memorial donations to American Diabetes Association and that everyone attending please wear casual dress.