Laurie M. Birch, 74, of Webster Groves, Missouri, passed away peacefully on September 5, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born on January 1, 1951, in Wichita, Kansas, Laurie was the beloved daughter of the late Harry and Jeannette Andrews. She was also the twin sister to a brother who passed away at birth.
Laurie dedicated her career to caring for children as a pediatric nurse before retiring. She made Webster Groves her lifelong home, where she raised her family and planted lasting roots.
She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Ray Birch; daughters, Tara (Toby) Mechem and Tiffany (Adam) Watkins; cherished grandchildren, Natalie and Jameson Mechem and Grace Watkins; siblings Alixe (Steve) Ward and Joel Andrews; and many other relatives and friends.
Laurie loved the water and traveling the country by RV with Ray. She inherited her father’s love of gardening, enjoyed cooking, and treasured the time she spent with her grandchildren and daughters. Strong-willed yet playful and young at heart, Laurie had a special style and approach to life that her family and friends will remember fondly.
A celebration of Laurie’s life will be announced at a later date. Memorial donations may be directed to Ready Readers in her honor.