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Gerald Laughinghouse Obituary

Gerald Franklin Laughinghouse

February 6, 1940 - May 21, 2024

Seneca, South Carolina - Gerald "Jerry" Franklin Laughinghouse, 84, husband of Jean Fulcher Laughinghouse, of Seneca, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at Belvedere Commons.

Born in Washington, NC, Mr. Laughinghouse was the son of the late John Edward Laughinghouse, Sr. and Neva Peed Laughinghouse. He was a devoted husband and father who enjoyed woodworking, photography, and being active within his church. Mr. Laughinghouse retired as a Senior Research Scientist from Georgia Pacific and was a member of New Hope Baptist Church.

In addition to his wife, Mr. Laughinghouse is survived by his son: Jeffrey "Jeff" Bryan Laughinghouse (Nancy Middleton) of Durham, NC; daughter: Donna Murphy (Rick) of Seneca; and grandchildren: Jack Murphy, Owen Laughinghouse, and Norah Laughinghouse.

In addition to his parents, Mr. Laughinghouse was preceded in death by his brother: John Edward Laughinghouse, Jr.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at New Hope Baptist Church, with burial to follow at Oconee Memorial Park.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM 6:00 PM on Monday, May 27, 2024, at Davenport Funeral Home.

Donations may be made to the Alzheimer's Research Foundation at www.alzfdn.org.

The family will be at their respective homes.

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

Published by The Herald on May 26, 2024.

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Jim Hutchinson

December 18, 2024

For those who don´t know- Jerry´s wife, Jean, passed away 8-15-24.

Tony Neely

May 27, 2024

Jerry was the primary inspiration for my career in the building products industry. Please know that you are all in my prayers as I know he will be missed. He was a great person in addition to being the best leader and co-worker I have ever had.
Tony Neely

Jerry Snyder

May 26, 2024

Jean, this is your past friends, Geretha & Jerry Snyder. We would like to express our condolences with Jerry's passing. We are living in Mason, Ohio and would love to hear from you. You can reach us at: 513 646 6614.
Geretha & Jerry Snyder

KELLY Garvey

May 26, 2024

Jean and family, so sorry for your loss ! Jerry was a nice man and always cordial ! It has been many years since I have seen you, Jean . I will never forget " House " ! My little Dawn Garvey loved you so much ! My prayers are with you all !

Jim Hutchinson

May 26, 2024

Jerry was a good friend and workmate.so sorry to hear of his passing.

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