Laura "Lori" A. (Lubawy) O'Donnell

Laura (Lori) Ann O’Donnell (née Lubawy), 59, passed away peacefully and surrounded by family on February 7, 2025.

She was preceded in death by her loving parents, Ann Marie Davis and Ray Gerald Lubawy. She is survived by her beloved children, Katherine Heckman (Daniel), Colleen O’Donnell (Jackson Bubala), and Liam O’Donnell. She was a cherished sister to Ray Davis, Michelle Niemier (née Davis), and honorary sister since college, Beth Lundwall (née DeCrick). Proud “Lolo” to Jack and Vivienne Heckman, and aunt to many nieces and nephews. Fiercely supported by her stepfather James (Jim) Davis.

Lori’s greatest joy in life was her children and grandchildren. A proud and passionate supporter of her alma mater, the University of Notre Dame, she graduated in 1987 with a degree in marketing. She built a successful career in the metals industry, holding various sales and supply chain roles, while also taking time off to focus on being a devoted stay-at-home mom.

Lori had a deep love for her dogs, Annie (reunited in heaven) and Scarlett. She loved taking long walks and was rarely without a good book in hand, a passion that led her to volunteer with Friends of the Library of Elkhart. A lifelong Catholic, her faith was a source of strength and comfort. She was an active volunteer at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, of Elkhart, a reflection of her commitment to community service and Christianity.

Kindness and compassion were the values guiding her daily life. For those many friends who meant so much, may you remember to be kind to yourself and others.

A visitation will be held at 10 a.m. on 2/19 at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, of Elkhart, with a funeral mass to follow at 11 a.m.

Those who wish to make a memorial gift are encouraged to choose your local library where your gift will help others continue their love for a good book, or your local animal shelter to help pets in need.

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