Laura Halstead

Laura A. Halstead, young of 64, passed on Friday, July 29, 2022, in Wausau, Wisconsin.

Laura was born on January 22, 1958, to the late William Halstead and Jean Edwards in Annapolis, Maryland. She had a kind and gentle soul, and she knew that she wanted to help others. At the age of 16, she started her career path in home care, where she became a licensed nursing assistant.

Laura is survived by her siblings; Bob Halstead, Scott Halstead, and Jennifer (Stanley) Stewart, her uncle; Bill (Sandy) Edwards, her uncle and aunt Robert (Pam) Edwards, and her nieces and nephews; Kristina, Austin, and Hunter, along with numerous cousins and friends.

She is preceded in death by her parents, grandparents, and aunts Jane and Evelyn.

Helke Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.