On August 2, 2025, the unimaginable occurred and 33-year-old Lauren Semanchik was fatally shot by an ex-boyfriend. This is not a case of NOMV or suicide; this was a double homicide that also caused the fatality of 29-year-old firefighter Tyler Webb. Please help us support Lauren’s family during this tragic time and share her story, her legacy, and fundraise so that Lauren can be memorialized in the way that she most certainly deserves.
Dr. Lauren Semanchik death
As words can sometimes fall short from those of us grieving, confused, angry, and truly devastated, I can share this with no doubts: Lauren was LOVED. Deeply and unequivocally loved by her family, friends, co-workers, clients, furry patients, classmates, and anyone who had the pleasure of conversing with her or getting a glimpse of her rockstar smile and genuine kindness. She loved life, and she loved helping others. She loved her family, as she often shared stories and plans she had with her sisters. She loved animals, the outdoors, kayaking, music, concerts, traveling, and so much more.
One of her passions as a veterinarian was compassionate, empathetic, gentle end-of-life care, and that alone speaks volumes to her character. She was gentle, never judgmental, and gave hugs and hand-holding to families that needed support the most during their most difficult moments. She touched so many lives in her short time, and as this GoFundMe is created by her team at Long Valley Animal Hospital, I will share below a compilation of tribute messages from those that had the pleasure of working alongside such a phenomenal woman.
Thank you for your consideration in donating to this cause, for reading and sharing this page, and for the outpouring of support from the community.
