Laurin Renee "Lauri" Huard, 51, of Lusby, MD passed away suddenly August 19, 2010 at her residence. Lauri was born April 18, 1959 in Washington, D.C. to George E. and Barbara Day Buete.

She was raised in New Carrollton, MD until moving with her family to Sunderland, MD when she was fourteen years old. She graduated from Northern High School, class of 1979, where she completed her certificate in Cosmetology in the Vocational-Technical program. Upon passing her state testing requirements Lauri was employed as a cosmetologist and beautician at "Hair It Is" in Owings, MD and later at Davidson's Beauty Supply in Annapolis. She retired due to health concerns in the mid 1990's. She was formerly married to Robert Huard. In her leisure time Lauri enjoyed animals and wildlife, and was fond of turtles. She was known for helping others in need, and loved spending time with friends and family, especially her granddaughter. She had been a resident of her "little house in Lusby" since 1999.

Lauri was preceded in death by her parents Barbara and George Buete.

She is survived by her daughter Leslie D. Andrew and granddaughter Kyra L. Andrew of Chesapeake Beach, MD; sisters Theresa L. "Terri" Windsor of Huntingtown, Denise L. "Denni" Cassidy and husband John of Huntingtown and Angela M. "Angel" Shutt of Sunderland. She is also survived by a longtime friend, Will Wyatt.

A memorial service will be held at a date and time to be determined.

Arrangements provided by Rausch Funeral Home.