Laura E. Hagen

Laura E. Hagen, 88, of Stafford, New York, passed away peacefully on September 17, 2026, at the home of her son Timothy, where she had been residing. Born on March 28, 1938, in Batavia, New York, she was the daughter of the late Duane and Mildred (Long) Grehlinger.

Laura was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William L. Hagen; her son, James L. Hagen, who tragically passed away at the age of five; her sister, Shirley (Grehlinger) Green; her brother, Allan (Jane) Grehlinger; her sisters-in-law, Sally Robins and Leota Hagen; and her brothers-in-law, Allen Hagen and Charles Green.

A 1955 graduate of Oakfield-Alabama High School, Laura continued her education at the Wyoming County Hospital School of Nursing, graduating in 1958. She began her nursing career as a registered nurse at Wyoming County Community Hospital, dedicating eight years to the role before stepping away to raise her family. She later returned to her passion for caring for others, working as a substitute school nurse at LeRoy and Pavilion Central Schools. In 1987, she became a full-time school nurse at Pavilion Central School, where she faithfully served until her retirement in 2002.

Service to others was a cornerstone of Laura’s life. She was a devoted Cub Scout leader, a 4-H leader, and a Sunday school teacher, as well as an active member of both the LeRoy and Stafford United Methodist Churches. She served as president of the United Methodist Women, acted as church treasurer, and generously gave her time to church dinners and community projects.

In her free time, Laura enjoyed crafting, painting, crocheting, and baking. She lovingly shared her homemade cookies with soldiers serving in Vietnam, and later with her own sons during their military service. She also treasured traveling to visit her sons—both overseas and across the United States—throughout their military careers and following their retirements. Through these thoughtful gestures and her steadfast commitment to family and community, Laura touched countless lives.

Laura is lovingly survived by her sons, Timothy (Dawn) Hagen of Alexander, New York, and Terry (Bianca) Hagen of Crozet, Virginia; her grandchildren, Emmeline “Emmie” Hagen, James “Jimmy” Hagen, and Evelyn “Evie” Hagen, all of Crozet, Virginia; as well as several nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on November 21, 2026, at The Church in Alexander, with a comforting meal to follow.

Memorial contributions may be made in Laura's memory to The Church in Alexander P.O. Box 235 - 3389 Church Street, Alexander, NY 14005. To leave an online message of condolence visit www.gilmartinfuneralhome.com. Arrangements completed by Gilmartin Funeral Home, 329-333 West Main Street, Batavia, New York 14020.