KENNEDY, Laurie Kennedy

Passed away peacefully at her home in Pottageville, with her loving family by her bedside on December 25, 2025, at the age of 63. Laurie was the beloved wife of Joe Streef and loving mother of Katrina, Rebecca, and Jake. Dear sister of David Kennedy (Ingrid). Predeceased by her parents Lloyd and Pauline Kennedy (Duff). Fondly remembered by her in-laws Frank and Joan Streef, and Joe’s siblings Randy Streef (Marion), Barb Mikkelsen (Ron), and Pete Streef (Anto). Sadly missed by her “Little Sister” Katie Moore (Ben) and their son Townes. Forever in the hearts of her nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Remembered for her kindness, empathy, and warmth, Laurie was always looking after others, quick to extend a thoughtful word or gesture to anyone in need.

Laurie managed the office at the Alliston Creamery, which she operated alongside her brother David. As second-generation business owners of the last independently owned creamery in Ontario, Laurie and David followed in the footsteps of their parents Lloyd and Pauline, keeping their legacy alive.

Her love of travel began young when she lived in Australia for a year attending high school through a rotary exchange program. She spent time backpacking across Europe and Australia, making many lifelong friends and cherished memories.

She was an extremely creative and focused person always looking for new things to learn. Laurie leaves behind an extensive collection of craft and hobby work including knitting, crochet, cross stitch, stained and fused glass, refinished wood furniture, scrapbooks and folk art. Pieces of her work will be on display during the memorial service.

A Memorial Service will be held at Rod Abrams Funeral Home located at 1666 Tottenham Rd., Tottenham 905-936-3477 on Saturday January 10, 2026, with Visitation from 10am until the time of Service in the chapel at 11am. Reception will follow in the funeral home’s Cliffside Hall.

The family would like to thank Dr. Ron Curtis, Ruby, her nurse from S.R.T. MedStaff, Dr. Zibdawi and Southlake’s Stronach Regional Cancer Centre team, Dr. Liauw and his team (Allanah and Shandra), and Dr. Bedard, Dr. Mitchell and their clinical trial team at Princess Margaret Hospital for their dedication and care during Laurie’s battle with cancer.

Donations in Laurie‘s memory to the Stronach Regional Cancer Centre, Princess Margaret Hospital, or Big Brothers and Big Sisters would be appreciated by the family. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.RodAbramsFuneralHome.com.

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