Obituary of Laurie T. Styles

Beloved Mother, Grandmother, Sister, Daughter, Aunt, and Friend passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 26, 2014 surrounded by those who loved her most. Born September 29, 1952 in Berkeley, CA to Richard and Jeanne Nichols. She spent most of her life in the Bay Area where she met lifelong friends, enjoyed the journey through young adult hood, and started a family. Laurie was a skilled dancer and a lover of music, art, and theater. Whether it was taking in a Beatles concert or dancing in a production of Westside Story, Laurie had a deep love and talent for all things musical. She had an infectious personality and an incredible ability to befriend anyone and everyone. She loved to laugh and share her unique experiences. Her love and friendship was radiant and those around her could not help but love and be loved by her. She was truly one-of-a- kind. She played an essential role in so many lives, but none gave her more pride than that of mother and grandmother. After following in her parent's footsteps and moving to Carpinteria in 1988, she quickly realized that this was the perfect town to raise her own children. Whether it was a walk on the bluffs or a Friday night Warrior football game, Laurie loved everything about the town that took her and her family in as one of their own. Laurie is preceded in death by her father Richard Nichols and Grand mother Lucille Jay. She is survived by her daughter Amanda Gocong (Chris), son Eddie Styles (Nicole), granddaughter Layla Gocong, mother Jeanne Nichols, sisters Sharon and Wendy Nichols, brother David Nichols, niece Justine Nichols, nephews Conrad and Beau Nichols, as well as three step children and several step grandchildren. She will be forever missed and loved beyond words. The energy and love that she embodied so well will continue to live on through her family and friends every day. A Celebration of Life will be held at the Carpinteria Cemetery Saturday, December 6th, at 11am (1501 Cravens Lane). Reception to follow at the Carpinteria Womans Club (1059 Vallecito Rd). In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to the Cancer Center of Santa Barbara. Arrangements Entrusted to McDermott-Crockett Mortuary