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Audio from Memorial Service We were able to make an audio recording of the memorial service. For your listening convenience, we have posted the segments of the program below as MP3 files. Please feel free to listen by clicking on the portion you wish to hear: (Please be patient, as downloading may take some time, depending on your connection speed.) Opening Comments by Jarrett Stevens "Let My Words Be Few" sung by Aaron Niequist Scripture Reading by Mandy Peszat Comments by Jeanne Stevens Personal Comments by Brian Steck Personal Comments by Scott Stirniman Comments from Laurie's Sister by Katie Michel Comments from Laurie's Mother by Barb Kovacevich (long download -- 11 mb) Introduction to "Laurie's Thoughts" Video by Jeanne Stevens VIDEO: "Laurie's Thoughts" Message by Jarrett Stevens (long download -- 14 mb) VIDEO: "Laurie's Photos" "Come To Jesus" sung by Angel Barrette Closing Comments by Jarrett Stevens Summary A memorial service to celebrate the life of Laurie Boncimino was held Friday, March 11, 2005, on the campus of Willow Creek Community Church. Just as displayed during the wake on Thursday, the amount of support from those who love Laurie was just incredible. Not only was the Willow Creek Chapel filled beyond capacity, video overflow in Room 100 was filled as well. In all, approximately 900 people were in attendance for the memorial service. Again, we as the family are astounded beyond measure. The service featured personal comments from Brian Steck, Scott Stirniman (Laurie’s fiancé), Katie Michel (Laurie’s sister), and Barb Kovacevich (Laurie’s mother). Aaron Niequist sang “Let My Words Be Few”, and Angel Barrette honored us by singing “Come To Jesus”. The impact of Laurie’s life was captured in two beautiful videos: one with her own words of encouragement from various letters and notes; the other filled with photographs taken throughout her life. Both videos can be viewed online . Jarrett and Jeanne Stevens, both of Willow Creek, led and hosted the service. The service captured the life and ministry of Laurie in an authentic, heart-felt way. We, as the family, could not have asked for a more beautiful celebration. Our thanks go out to everyone who gave of their time and energy to contribute to this wonderful memory, including special thanks to Rick Miller, for leading so well during this whole week. Video From Memorial Service The two videos that were shown during the memorial service can be viewed and enjoyed by visiting this link. Special thanks go to Mark Novelli, Kelly Dolan, and Drew Brown for their efforts in developing the videos for us this week. Family Mailing Addresses Personal cards and notes of encouragement can be sent to the family via the following mailing addresses: Pete and Barb Kovacevich (Laurie’s mother and step-father) 921 Belmar Lane Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 Scott Stirniman (Laurie’s fiancé) 1256 Olde Farm Road, Apt 207 Schaumburg, IL 60172 Greg and Cheryl Boncimino (Laurie’s brother and sister-in-law) 26310 Wedgewood Park Cypress, TX 77433 Chris and Christa Boncimino (Laurie’s brother and sister-in-law) 838 Warwick Avenue Barrington, IL 60010 Tommy and Katie Michel (Laurie’s brother-in-law and sister) 1419 Wenonah Berwyn, IL 60402 Kristin Kovacevich (Laurie’s sister) 32516 Millstone Circle Lakemoor, IL 60051 Donations In lieu of flowers, the family of Laurie encourages contributions to any of the following charitable organizations in the name of Laurie Boncimino: Lake Geneva Youth Camp W2655 South Street Lake Geneva, WI 53147 lgyccamp@genevaonline.com 262-248-5500 International Teams/USA 411 W. River Road Elgin, IL 60123 info@iteams.org 847-429-0900 Make-A-Wish Foundation Gift Form 866-880-1382 (toll free) Bridge Youth and Family Services 721 S. Quentin Road Palatine, Illinois 60067 847-359-7490 Bridge1@starnetwx.net We have been able to read every email sent to our website, and the encouragement provided has been so valuable. Please feel free to continue sending email to laurieboncimino@laurieboncimino.com. |