Laura L. Regis

Hampton & Marblehead Massachusetts - The world has lost a true original. Laura L. Regis, long-time resident of Hampton, N.H., passed away peacefully of natural causes at the age of 92 at The Mariner in Marblehead, Massachusetts on Monday March 10, 2025. She leaves behind her children, John Regis of New York City, Susan Regis of Somerville, Massachusetts, James Regis of Marblehead, Massachusetts, Lori Regis, her spouse Amaryll Schwertner, their daughter Sita, and their grandchildren Lola and Ford, all of San Francisco, California; niece Claudette Poor (Roger) of Topsfield and nephew Robert Danish (Lana) of Naples Florida, as well as grandnieces and their children. Laura was born in Peabody, Massachusetts on May 23, 1932, daughter of Frank and Anna Witwicki and the youngest of four sisters: Josephine Goodrich (George), Theresa Leveille (Carl), and Nellie Danish (Nick), all predeceased. Laura attended Peabody High School, where she cultivated a flare for the dramatic in school theater and was also a cheerleader for the Tanner High football team, which starred halfback Joseph Regis. While the couple met in high school, they did not start dating in earnest until Joe was attending the University of New Hampshire. Joey, the captain of the U.N.H. football team graduated in 1954, and the couple were married in 1955 when Joe was on leave from basic training in the U.S. Army. While he was stationed for two years in Alaska, Laura worked as a secretary for the Salem Electric Company and was a frequent shopper at L.H. Rogers. Joe was honorably discharged in 1957, and the Peabody couple began to raise a family there. Son John was born in 1958 and their daughter Susan in 1959. Laura raised her two children there, while Joe worked for his father in the family business, Regis Tanning in Raymond, NH. Soon Joe was made general manager and the family relocated to Hampton N.H. in 1961. Son James was born in 1961 and daughter Lori in 1963. Partly as an escape from the rigors of motherhood, Laura began antiquing, and she spent hours scouring New England barns and estate sales for hidden gems, always on the hunt to restore, repurpose, or proudly display her findings. Antiquing led to Laura’s designing her homes on North Shore Road, which displayed her deep love of colonial architecture. She began taking interior design classes at the Boston Architectural Center, and in time started her own business, Laura Regis Interiors. Laura was well- know for her keen eye for color and her knowledge of textiles. She was well-respected among her peers and could be seen impeccably dressed moving between the showrooms at the Boston Design Center with her iconic wicker basket of samples. Laura also knew how to have fun. She was an avid tennis player, taking to their court with Joey, where matches were equal parts competition and comedy. The best part came afterwards—with Laura hosting parties up at the house that included laughter, snacks and cocktails. Laura was an avid reader, had a passion for politics, and was an environmentalist and an early protestor against the building of Seabrook Nuclear Power Plant. When her beloved husband of 63 years passed, Laura relocated to Amesbury, Massachusetts, and in 2023 became a resident of The Mariner in Marblehead, where she lived out the remainder of her days well-loved by residents and staﬀ. Everywhere Laura went, she touched people’s lives with her smile and beautiful blue eyes. Her family and friends remember her style, her charisma, her warmth and infectious laughter. We’re guessing Laura’s next project will be in heaven. The celestial bodies need a redesign and she isn’t about to pass up the opportunity. Look for better lighting, bolder colors, and a layout that finally makes sense—oh, and maybe a few antique treasures, just for good measure. Laura will be missed, but her brilliance will shine on—because style like hers never fades. Visitation will be held from 10 -11 am on Thursday, March 20, 2025 at the Remick and Gendron Funeral Home - Crematory, 811 Lafayette Road, Hampton, New Hampshire. A Funeral Mass will follow at 11:30 am at Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal Church, 289 Lafayette Road, Hampton, New Hampshire. Burial will be at the High Street Cemetery, Hampton. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to All-Care Hospice, 210 Market Street, Lynn, MA 01901 or online by clicking here.

Laura L. Regis

May 23, 1932 - March 10, 2025