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Laura McLaughlin Obituary

Laura J. McLaughlin

Feb. 21, 1935 - Jan. 6, 2022

MORAVIA - Laura J. McLaughlin, 86, of Moravia, passed away on January 6, 2022 at Auburn Community Hospital.

She was born February 21, 1935 in Oswegatchie, NY, a daughter of the late Claude and Clara (Ripley) Buell.

Laura was a graduate of the first nursing class at Auburn Memorial Hospital in 1955 and worked initially in the Maternity Unit at AMH. She then enjoyed a career of over 40 years at Howd's Nursing Home in Moravia, where she was the Director of Nursing, and in later years, the Administrator.

She is survived by her children: Terry McLaughlin (Gloria) of SC, Wendy Woronick (Steve) of LI, Robert McLaughlin (Bettie) of Genoa, Roberta Richards (Craig) of Moravia, and Shawn McLaughlin (John) of Auburn; six grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; her twin brother, Leland Buell of Moravia; and a special brother-in-law, John McLaughlin.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her husband of 50 years, Robert D. "Buffalo Bob" McLaughlin, her daughters, Laurie McLaughlin and Becky Condes, a grandson, Bobby McLaughlin, and by ten siblings.

A Spring graveside service at Scipio Rural Cemetery will be announced by the Shurtleff Funeral Home. There are no calling hours. Memorial contributions are graciously directed to the Kidney Foundation of CNY, 731 James St. #200, Syracuse, NY 13203, or to the American Diabetes Association, 356 N. Midler Ave., Syracuse, NY 13206.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Citizen on Jan. 11, 2022.

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Wendy J McLaughlin

January 5, 2023

Mom remembering you a year since your passing. Shawn and Robin at your bedside shared your sitting up and telling them how much you loved all your seven children just before saying your final good bye. We were so blessed to have you as our mother. Hugs and kisses to you.

Wendy J McLaughlin

January 11, 2022

Mom, you are already missed so much. You created so many special memories for me that I will cherish forever. Sending my all my love to you carried by the angels.

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