Laurie J. Bayliss, 64, of Lafayette, passed away on Friday, November 25, 2022. She was born October 3, 1958, in Woonsocket, RI, to the late William and Mary (Rinn) Brown. Laurie worked at Arni’s for 15 years and retired in 2019. When she was not working, Laurie was an avid lover of animals having adopted many rescues. She had a particularly strong bond with her beloved dog, Holly. Laurie enjoyed traveling, preferring warm weather climates. She could often be found camping in the Florida Keys or taking a cruise with her favorite destinations being Puerto Rico and the Bahamas.
Surviving are her children Samantha A. Bayliss of Baltimore, MD, Gerald K. (Angelique) Bayliss of Manchester, MD, four grandchildren, and 3 great grandchildren. Also surviving are her siblings, Cynthia Perry-Kitchens, Michael (Doreen) Brown, and Diana Flanagan. Laurie was preceded in death by her brother William Brown.
Visitation will be from 3:00 pm until the time of the service at 5:00 pm on Thursday, December 1, 2022, at Soller-Baker Lafayette Chapel, 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Memorial contributions may be made to the SPCA in Laurie’s memory.