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in honor of Laura MacKay
1975 - 2010
in honor of Laura MacKay
1975 - 2010
Laura's parents are mourning the death of their daughter, a kind-hearted psychologist and extreme athlete, after she crashed her bicycle while training for an Ironman triathlon in the Canary Islands.
Laura MacKay, 37, and her husband, Travis Eltom, were on their racing bikes, alone on a steep, winding road near the village of Masca when the mishap occurred Thursday morning.
Her husband, a tactical officer with the Edmonton Police Service, will be carrying her ashes home Sunday evening.
MacKay’s father, Bert MacKay, said the island had been hit with thunderstorms Monday, and more rain during the week, and the road was muddy. He said just before the fatal crash his daughter turned to Eltom and said it was “the most beautiful place on earth.”
Then she pushed off again, and seven or eight minutes later she lost control and hit the rock face lining the road.
The roads were in too poor a condition for an ambulance to respond. A helicopter was dispatched, but MacKay died from her head injuries a short time later.
Story BY ELISE STOLTE
of THE EDMONTON JOURNAL continues:
http://www.montrealgazette.com
Laura MacKay, 37, and her husband, Travis Eltom, were on their racing bikes, alone on a steep, winding road near the village of Masca when the mishap occurred Thursday morning.
Her husband, a tactical officer with the Edmonton Police Service, will be carrying her ashes home Sunday evening.
MacKay’s father, Bert MacKay, said the island had been hit with thunderstorms Monday, and more rain during the week, and the road was muddy. He said just before the fatal crash his daughter turned to Eltom and said it was “the most beautiful place on earth.”
Then she pushed off again, and seven or eight minutes later she lost control and hit the rock face lining the road.
The roads were in too poor a condition for an ambulance to respond. A helicopter was dispatched, but MacKay died from her head injuries a short time later.
Story BY ELISE STOLTE
of THE EDMONTON JOURNAL continues:
http://www.montrealgazette.com
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was by 0528/10
Message: Laura, you were an inspiration and you will always be. You struck a chord and I will never forget you. We had a fab time walking the Royal Mile in Edinburgh on our ghost tour and I will never forget that time we shared together. You have brought me closer to your family and I am honoured. Thank you for being part of my life......... X
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Message: Laura, you were an inspiration and you will always be. You struck a chord and I will never forget you. We had a fab time walking the Royal Mile in Edinburgh on our ghost tour and I will never forget that time we shared together. You have brought me closer to your family and I am honoured. Thank you for being part of my life......... X
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Koralee Samaroden was by 02/08/10
Message: Although I had not talked to Laura in years I will always remember the smiles she gave. Laura and I attended many of our school years in Fort McMurray together. Her passion for helping and caring was second to none.
Marion MacKay was by 02/10/10
Message: Laura, was an amazing sister - so full of life and love for her husband Travis. She was very happy these past few years with Travis and developed into an incredible athlete. The last day I had with her was the day before she flew out to the Canary Islands with Travis. We went for lunch on White Ave, Edmonton and she treated me to a pedicure. I will hold onto many sweet memories of her - she was a sweet sister. Thanks to everyone for their kind words and support - Marion
Sherry Trainer was by 02/10/10
Message: I will always remember Laura for her ability to make everyone around her feel at ease. She always had a smile that would brighten the room and a laugh that was contagous. She will always be remembered by me as a sweet soul. The last time I saw here was at her Wedding Shower, I will hold those fun times that were had that day forever in my mind. God be with her.
Ernie Buziak was by 02/10/10
Message: Luara you were an angel on earth....they are few and far between, a star will shine brighter in the heavens now that you are gone.... you will be sadly missed but never forgotten for you made such a tremendous impact on so many lives without even trieing, that is a sign of a TRUE angel!!!! miss and love you till we meet again.
Shannon Loutitt was by 02/11/10
Message: I think of her and still see that smile and hear that giggle. I met her at Peter Pond School and remember well the gatherings at my cousin Chow's getting all dolled up for the crazy school dances where most of the time we spent standing in a circle waiting for some guy to have the courage to ask. Her smile and giggle always (and still does) brought instant happiness to the moment. Thank you Laura for blessing us with your life, your love and your beautiful presence. Shannon
Annie Pesht was by 02/11/10
Message: My thoughts and prayers go out to Laura's family. I used to work with Laura when she worked in High Level and really enjoyed her spirit and smile. I am deeply shocked to here her tragic story. Since moving from High Level, she sounded like she lived life to the fullest and am happy that she pursued her fitness goals with adventure.
so sorry,
Annie Pesht
James Yule was by 02/13/10
Message: Although I only had the opportunity to meet Laura only a few occasions; someone so special can never be forgotten. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss, my thoughts are with you and your family during this most difficult time. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort knowing that Laura to whom many of you know as a wife, daughter, sister, family member, friend, co-worker, is now in a better place and is watching over you and your family always.
Through it will be difficult in the days ahead of you, try to face the future bravely as Laura would want you to.
James
Tanya Mah was by 02/13/10
Message: Laura left an impression on everyone she met. She has touched many people with her love and compassion to help others. My condolences to her husband and family.
Tanya Mah
Kendle Melsness was by 02/16/10
Message: I was so proud of Laura's family and especially Travis on Sunday - you are all so strong. I will never forget Laura.
Pat and Rob Stirling were by 02/25/10
Message: The smile and glow, the radiance of Laura will be sadly missed. She will never be forgotten. Condolences to all her family. I cannot fathom how deep you are all hurting right now. Please keep in contact Travis. We are constantly thinking of you during this time. We were so shocked to hear the news and so honored that you dropped by to see us. You both will always be in our hearts.
Christine Martin (Bergheim) was by 03/18/10
Message: It's so nice to see that some of Laura's friends from school took the time to write something on this site. We will always remember Laura for her free-spirit and warm smile. We were so lucky to have known her and to have her touch our lives in one way or another.
I met Laura when I was five years old, and she was the best friend I ever had. I feel so blessed to have had the chance to spend time with such a wonderful human being and it's so nice to read comments from people who feel the same.
I will always be thinking of Laura's family and loving husband, Travis, and I truly feel for them during this loss.
I will never, ever forget Laura and she will always have special place in my heart.
Nicole Morgan Davidson was by 03/20/10
Message: Laura was a very special friend. The majority of my childhood memories involved her. I was deeply saddened to hear of her passing and I think of her constantly. My condolences go out to her huband Travis and to the entire MacKay family. Laura was a great example of how we should all live our lives to the fullest. I will remember her always.
Koralee Samaroden was by 02/08/10
Message: Although I had not talked to Laura in years I will always remember the smiles she gave. Laura and I attended many of our school years in Fort McMurray together. Her passion for helping and caring was second to none.
Marion MacKay was by 02/10/10
Message: Laura, was an amazing sister - so full of life and love for her husband Travis. She was very happy these past few years with Travis and developed into an incredible athlete. The last day I had with her was the day before she flew out to the Canary Islands with Travis. We went for lunch on White Ave, Edmonton and she treated me to a pedicure. I will hold onto many sweet memories of her - she was a sweet sister. Thanks to everyone for their kind words and support - Marion
Sherry Trainer was by 02/10/10
Message: I will always remember Laura for her ability to make everyone around her feel at ease. She always had a smile that would brighten the room and a laugh that was contagous. She will always be remembered by me as a sweet soul. The last time I saw here was at her Wedding Shower, I will hold those fun times that were had that day forever in my mind. God be with her.
Ernie Buziak was by 02/10/10
Message: Luara you were an angel on earth....they are few and far between, a star will shine brighter in the heavens now that you are gone.... you will be sadly missed but never forgotten for you made such a tremendous impact on so many lives without even trieing, that is a sign of a TRUE angel!!!! miss and love you till we meet again.
Shannon Loutitt was by 02/11/10
Message: I think of her and still see that smile and hear that giggle. I met her at Peter Pond School and remember well the gatherings at my cousin Chow's getting all dolled up for the crazy school dances where most of the time we spent standing in a circle waiting for some guy to have the courage to ask. Her smile and giggle always (and still does) brought instant happiness to the moment. Thank you Laura for blessing us with your life, your love and your beautiful presence. Shannon
Annie Pesht was by 02/11/10
Message: My thoughts and prayers go out to Laura's family. I used to work with Laura when she worked in High Level and really enjoyed her spirit and smile. I am deeply shocked to here her tragic story. Since moving from High Level, she sounded like she lived life to the fullest and am happy that she pursued her fitness goals with adventure.
so sorry,
Annie Pesht
James Yule was by 02/13/10
Message: Although I only had the opportunity to meet Laura only a few occasions; someone so special can never be forgotten. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss, my thoughts are with you and your family during this most difficult time. May your heart and soul find peace and comfort knowing that Laura to whom many of you know as a wife, daughter, sister, family member, friend, co-worker, is now in a better place and is watching over you and your family always.
Through it will be difficult in the days ahead of you, try to face the future bravely as Laura would want you to.
James
Tanya Mah was by 02/13/10
Message: Laura left an impression on everyone she met. She has touched many people with her love and compassion to help others. My condolences to her husband and family.
Tanya Mah
Kendle Melsness was by 02/16/10
Message: I was so proud of Laura's family and especially Travis on Sunday - you are all so strong. I will never forget Laura.
Pat and Rob Stirling were by 02/25/10
Message: The smile and glow, the radiance of Laura will be sadly missed. She will never be forgotten. Condolences to all her family. I cannot fathom how deep you are all hurting right now. Please keep in contact Travis. We are constantly thinking of you during this time. We were so shocked to hear the news and so honored that you dropped by to see us. You both will always be in our hearts.
Christine Martin (Bergheim) was by 03/18/10
Message: It's so nice to see that some of Laura's friends from school took the time to write something on this site. We will always remember Laura for her free-spirit and warm smile. We were so lucky to have known her and to have her touch our lives in one way or another.
I met Laura when I was five years old, and she was the best friend I ever had. I feel so blessed to have had the chance to spend time with such a wonderful human being and it's so nice to read comments from people who feel the same.
I will always be thinking of Laura's family and loving husband, Travis, and I truly feel for them during this loss.
I will never, ever forget Laura and she will always have special place in my heart.
Nicole Morgan Davidson was by 03/20/10
Message: Laura was a very special friend. The majority of my childhood memories involved her. I was deeply saddened to hear of her passing and I think of her constantly. My condolences go out to her huband Travis and to the entire MacKay family. Laura was a great example of how we should all live our lives to the fullest. I will remember her always.
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