Vale Lawrence Ryan
It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of one of our own, our dear friend and colleague, Laurie Ryan.
Laurie passed away unexpectedly on the afternoon of Thursday, 19th December 2024, following prolonged illness.
Laurie was truly larger than life — one of those rare characters you’re lucky to meet even once in a lifetime. He was a cherished and integral part of both the Sandgate and real estate communities and possibly the longest-serving real estate agent in our area. Almost everyone in our community knew Laurie — his jovial nature, generous heart, and people-focused approach made him unforgettable. He brightened every room with his big personality and left a lasting impression on everyone he met.
From an agency perspective, we were lucky that he chose us, stood by us, and would guard us fiercely. If you were lucky enough to have him on your side, you knew it was for life. He also reminded us of the timeless truths of real estate and the fundamentals that never change. Laurie kept us grounded, focused, and fiercely proud of the work we do together. He taught us in the tough moments, there was always room for laughter, perspective, and connection.
There’s no denying it, we’ll feel a hole in our workplace, and things will never quite be the same. But we’ll carry his lessons, his humour, and his unmistakable spark with us.
Today we celebrate the laughs, the wisdom, and that blue-eyed grin in his youthful blue eyes with that sly, sideways smile that made you feel like you were in on the joke.
Rest in peace, Laurie—you’ll always be part of us.
We will share details of Laurie’s funeral as soon as they are available. In the meantime, our thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.