Obituary of Laura Torrisi

Laura Torrisi, born on September 2nd, 1956, in Mount Vernon, NY a vivacious, creative, and deeply loved mother, friend, and sister, passed away peacefully on May 28, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of joy, kindness, delicious food, and color.

Laura was the proud mother of two daughters, who were the center of her world. She shared her love of art, design, and life with them, and with everyone lucky enough to know her. She was a dedicated Mema to her three granddaughters and loved spending time with all her girls. Her home was always full of laughter, creativity, and a welcoming warmth that drew people in whether they were lifelong friends or new acquaintances.

A devoted companion to her beloved dog Milo, Laura could often be found strolling through the neighborhood with him, both of them with unmistakable energy.

She was the kind of person who made everything more beautiful, from the spaces she designed to the friendships she nurtured. Laura had a sharp eye for beauty, and a heart that made room for everyone. Her circle of friends was wide and fiercely loyal, a testament to the kind of light she brought into the world.

She will be remembered for her creativity, her humor, her unconditional love, and her unwavering spirit. Though she is gone too soon, Laura’s presence will continue to be felt in the lives of those who loved her.

She is survived by her two daughters and sons-in law, Nina Minogue (Ryan Minogue) and Julia Goldsmith (David Sherwin), her three grandchildren Hailey Minogue, Olivia Minogue and Ivy Sherwin, her cherished Milo, her brother Russell Torrisi (Naomi Torrisi) and their children, her sister Gina Berry (Shane Berry) and their children, and countless other family and friends who will miss her deeply.

A wake will be held at John J. Fox Funeral Home, Inc. 2080 Boston Post Road Larchmont, NY 10538 on Tuesday, June 3, 2025 from 4pm - 8pm. Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, June 4, 2025, at Larchmont Avenue Church 60 Forest Park Ave.Larchmont, NY 10538. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to one of the many causes she supported 

Animal Care Centers of NYC -   https://secure2.convio.net/accn/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app20002a?idb=1664446937&df_id=2700&mfc_pref=T&2700.donation=form1&NONCE_TOKEN=2A9FFACAC899DA4B5494F6F6804E11F9&2700_donation=form1 

HELP USA - https://www.helpusa.org/?form=donate

PBS Foundation - https://foundation.pbs.org/donation/

American Civil Liberties Union - https://action.aclu.org/give/now

or any of the other many causes she held dear.