Laurie L. Tardie
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Published in Legacy.com on January 2, 2026
Laurie L. Tardie 62, entered into eternal rest on Monday, December 29, 2025, after a courageous and graceful battle with ALS. With her husband by her side, Laurie passed peacefully, finally free from an illness that never defined her and could never diminish her strength.
Born on August 11, in Dexter, Maine, Laurie was the daughter of the late Inez (Devoe) McIntyre and Reginald McIntyre. She was deeply rooted in family, love, and devotion-values that guided her throughout her life.
On November 11, 2011, Laurie married her husband, Steven Tardie. Together they shared a life filled with unconditional love, laughter, and unwavering devotion. Laurie was known for her kind and heart of gold, strong work ethic, and sense of responsibility. She most recently worked at DFAS for nine years before retiring in June. No matter where she worked or what role she held, she gave her best and carried herself with integrity, determination, and quiet strength. Above all else, she always put others before herself, making sure everyone was taken care of long before thinking of her own needs. Gift-giving was one of the many ways she showed her love, thoughtfully remembering everyone and never expecting anything in return. Even through illness, her compassion remained with others – a reflection of the selfless love that defined her life.
Laurie’s greatest joy and proudest role was being “Grammy” to her precious grandson, Jameson. He was the light of her life, and she cherished every moment spent with him, cheering him on, celebrating his milestones and surrounding him with endless love. Beyond her devotion to Jameson, Laurie found happiness in life’s simple pleasures sewing, side by side rides, camping, annual trips with cousins and friends, and time spent visiting family and friends. These moments brought her peace and joy and reflected her deep appreciation for togetherness and connection.
Laurie was predeceased by her mother Inez (Devoe) McIntyre. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband, Steven; her daughter Ashley Disy and husband Cole and beloved grandson Jameson. She is also survived by her father, Reginald McIntyre and stepmother Sally (Presque Isle, ME); Siblings Brenda Borra (Winnipeg, Manitoba), Reggie “Doogles” McIntyre and wife Kathy (Presque Isle, ME) and Lynn Easler and husband Dana (Easton, ME); in-law siblings, Susan Sjoberg and husband Kevin (Presque Isle, ME), and Andy Tardie and wife Roxie (Ashland, ME). In addition, she is survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins and a very special niece, Jayna Easler, whom she thought the world of. She leaves behind many friends who will miss her dearly including three devoted caretakers Amanda, Sawsha and Stacy, whose support meant the world to her and who lovingly cared for her.
Laurie lived each day with intention, grace, and gratitude. She embraced life fully, never taking a moment or a loved one for granted, knowing that no one is promised tomorrow. Through every challenge – even the difficulties of her illness – she faced her life with courage, laughter, and love. Laurie met both joy and heartbreak with an open heart, and her strength, hope and unwavering spirit will forever be remembered by all who knew her. Laurie lived by these words and embodied them every day, meeting life with courage and love.
“Be prepared for defeat but be prepared for victory. Be prepared for heartbreak but be prepared for love. Be prepared to die but be prepared to live.” – Love Hop (John Driskell Hopkins)
A Celebration of Life for Laurie will be held on January 17th 2:00 – 4:00pm at Presque Isle Snowmobile Club 29 Mountain Road Presque Isle, ME 04769. Friends and family are invited to gather to share memories, laughter, and stories in honor of a life well lived. Light refreshments will be served.
In lieu of flowers, the family invites donations be made payable to Compassionate Care ALS (CCALS) and to be designated in memory of Laurie L. Tardie, honoring her life through unconditional support for individuals and families affected by ALS. Contributions may be mailed to CCALS, P.O. Box 1052, West Falmouth, MA 02574 or online at www.ccals.org.