Had a few more photos to share of the kids. Love these memories.

I’m so thankful for the time that we got to spend with you Lauren, we have had some amazing memories. You were always such a bright light, making everyone smile. We will always love you.

Heidi, Marley and Elijah

We deeply mourn the loss of Lauren, whose spirit was so vivacious that her presence became a beacon in every gathering. Her laughter was contagious, and her thoughtful nature made everyone around her feel truly valued. She wonderfully encapsulated everything love and friendship should be about, constantly inspiring us by fearlessly being herself. As we remember Lauren, may her radiant warmth continue to light our memories.

Lauren was an amazing person. She always knew how to lift up anyone who was down and made them laugh. In middle school we would always do the silliest things like have dance offs on Just Dance (which I would always lose because she was a much better dancer than I could ever be). We would make silly videos because we thought we could become famous (even though we never posted). She was always there for me and anyone else whenever you needed a pick me up. I’m glad I had the chance to be friends with her and I know she will always have a place in my heart. She was a truly beautiful soul that is gone way to soon.

Sending love and prayers to everyone who knew her - Sereniti Webb.

Dancing with Lauren was one of the best experiences I had in high school. I joined the dance team my senior year, when Lauren was a sophomore, but a much better dancer than me. She never failed to make me smile, laugh, and she CONSTANTLY encouraged me as an inexperienced dancer. Even though we are wearing masks in the picture of us together, you can tell from her eyes how big her smile was. She made me feel the most loved that day when I visited to watch the team perform after I graduated. Lauren and I kept in touch since I graduated, and I loved seeing her graduate and thrive in her first year at UK. The memory I think I will cherish most was running into Lauren in a crowded place in Lexington in February of this year. When I felt a touch on my shoulder and I turned around, the huge smile on her face was one of the most beautiful things I had ever seen. The way her face lit up after not seeing each other in over a year was incredible!! I will always cherish that moment, and cherish purely the fact that I got to know her for a short time. I love you Lauren.

Lauren knew how to light up any room she walked into. She could make ANYONE crack a smile. She was one you could always count on to be there for you. I loved her outgoing personality mixed with her drive to be caring towards others. To know her was to love her. She was and still is loved by so many people for so many amazing reasons. I love you Lauren.

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Growing up, Lauren was full of bows, glitter, and wide eyed stuffed animals. It’s what brought us together. From 4th grade on, we were best friends. We would FaceTime each other with funny accents, she would ask to come see my new house, she never failed to check on me after my brother passed, and we wound up becoming bunk mates at YoungLife camp. She was quite literally the funniest person in any room she walked into. Once you were a friend of hers, you were a friend for life. I love you Lauren Alyssa, forever and always.

Brooklyn Grace

Lauren was one of a kind. When you were with her you had no other choice to match her contagious larger than life energy. She was one of my favorite people to run into because you knew she was going to make you laugh. Lauren’s full time job at school was having fun and she was the best at it. No Saturday night passed without us seeing each other and dancing the night away. This picture is one of my favorites of me and Lauren because it was the KD Bring-It-On Competition and she fed me some of her McDonald’s fries so I didn’t pass out before it was my time to perform. She was always taking care of all her friends around her. Lauren you will be so missed by so many people. Love you always Lauren <3

You always had a way of dressing up, with the bow to the dress. I’ll forever remember your outfits and your laughter and care for people.

the most beautiful girl i’ve ever known. Truly a light in the world surrounded by darkness. It’s almost like darkness turned and went the other way the second lauren was around.

Amy and Keith.. I have no words but my heart is with you during this difficult time. I have fond memories of Lauren playing with Laura. I called them the 3 musketeers... Lauren was such a huge part of their childhood. She will forever be missed. She was a bright light.

She was always a bright light and knew how to make people feel better.

It was an honor to be a little piece of Lauren’s life. She was such an amazing person and I loved cheering her on as she was just starting her life. I remember the musicals at Twenhofel with her and laughing all the time. She was always such a positive student to be around and I was blessed to know her and her mom Amy.

Elyssa