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Laurann Briding Obituary


LAURANN BRIDING
April 16, 1947
June 26, 2020

Laurann Briding was born at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center in Aurora, Colorado. She is the daughter of August Jay Briding and Ann Elizabeth Briding. When she was six years old, the family moved to Tripoli, Libya, an Air Force assignment for her father, and that was followed by a tour at Rhein Main Air Base in Germany. The family returned to Colorado after that and Laurann set down her roots in Colorado Springs, never leaving again other than to take vacations and visit her brother and his family as they traveled the world in the Air Force.
Laurann worked her way through college, earning two Masters degrees that prepared her for her career in law enforcement, first as a probation officer and then as a parole officer for El Paso County. She retired after 30 years of service to the county and the state.
Laurann had several loves, the first of which was her brother and his family, and she greatly enjoyed time spent with her two nieces and two nephews. When her brother retired from the Air Force and settled down in Monument, Colorado, she took the opportunity to dote on the kids every chance she got, encouraging them to take part in the many outdoor activities offered by the Pikes Peak region. She was always there when the family needed her, helping in any way she could.
A second love was Colorado-she was a Colorado girl through and through. She volunteered with many of the local organizations, enjoyed rock hounding, and took drives through the mountains to appreciate the beauty of the seasons in the Rockies. She was an ardent Broncos fan, loved to golf and play poker with her friends, and greatly enjoyed studying and collecting artwork from Native American cultures.
When Laurann was diagnosed with lung cancer, she took it with the strength of spirit and fortitude that were core to her personality. She was a fighter, stretching out a prognosis of less than a year of life remaining to more than two years, always keeping a positive outlook and staying cheerful. The cancer spread rapidly in her last few days, yet she was not in pain, and she passed on peacefully in her sleep.
Laurann is survived by her brother, Alan Briding, his wife Kim, and her two nieces and two nephews. She will deeply be missed by the family and her friends.
Laurann wished for her remains to be cremated, and a memorial service will be held on July 11th, 2 pm, at Swan Law Funeral Home. Please make any contributions to her memory to the Children's Hospital Colorado at Colorado Springs.

Published by The Gazette on Jul. 5, 2020.
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My heart is heavy after just learning of Laurann's passing. So sad we lost contact in recent years, due in part to covid, but will always treasure the many, many memories she and I shared dating back to the 1980s. Wish i would have known to be able to possibly offer her a hand but yes, she was an independent, private lady so I'm sure she handled it with the toughness she always displayed. Until we meet again, rest in peace Laurann. Big hug.

Betty Mascarenas

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December 26, 2022

I was in High School with Laurann. A group of us had been getting together for lunch the last few years when ever I was in town. Laurann and I also had a chance to play golf together several years ago. She will be missed..

Sally

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July 11, 2020

Alan and family, I wanted to let you know how much Laurann meant to me. I have known her since 1986, and I will Always cherish our friendship. I knew her first, professionally, through parole where we shared in the many challenges of working with offenders and the system. Over the years we became friends and I spent many hours visiting and getting caught up with her while she was doing crossword puzzles at Arbys. Laurann was intelligent, kind and insightful. I will miss visiting with her. She always updated me about you and your family and took great pride in being an Aunt. You all are in my thoughts today. I could not be at the service today but will be there in spirit.

Jarle Wood

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July 11, 2020

Alan and family, I wanted to let you know how much Laurann

Jarle Wood

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July 11, 2020

Alan - I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful sister. I wish you and your family peace in the days and weeks ahead. Patti Adler (Class of 1969 - AAHS)

Patti Adler Chamberlain

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July 6, 2020

Laurann and I were roommates many years ago. She was smart ,pretty and a good friend. Rest in peace pretty lady.

Donna Strobridge Hudson

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July 6, 2020

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