Obituaries

Laura Rand

Laura Rand peacefully passed away on Sept. 3, 2018 surrounded by her family. She was 69.

Born in 1949 and adopted by James and Ruth Davis, Laura decided at an early age that she wanted to devote her life to helping others. She graduated from Queens General Hospital School of Nursing, obtained a nursing science degree at Nassau Community College and did postgraduate work at C.W. Post. She was a prominent nurse in emergency rooms, intensive care units, and pediatric intensive care units across Long Island. In addition, she became the nursing supervisor at Eastern Long Island Hospital and received various awards for her dedication to her work, including the Laura Goodale award in 2001. Laura had a career that lasted over 40 years that was committed to encouraging nurses as well as saving those in need.

Laura will be remembered for her strong humor and her unconditional love for her friends and family. She is survived by her husband Charles; her brother and sister-in-law Frank and Susan Davis; her son Shaeumus; daughter Kelly; granddaughter Lizzie and grandson Tristan.

This is a paid notice.