Douglas F. Laughlin
Douglas F. Laughlin
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Douglas F. Laughlin, 65, of West Des Moines, Iowa, passed away peacefully on April 27, 2025, at EveryStep Kavanagh House following a courageous battle with cancer.
Doug was born on March 31, 1960, in Kansas City, Missouri, and grew up in Mission, Kansas, surrounded by the love of his siblings and family. He later moved to Iowa, where he met the love of his life, Sharon. Doug dedicated 34 years of his career to Patterson Logistics in Boone, Iowa, where he built lasting friendships and made a lasting impact through his hard work and dedication.
A man of great warmth and spirit, Doug had a deep passion for golfing, fishing, and cheering on his beloved Kansas City Chiefs. He found great joy in spending time with family and friends, sharing stories filled with laughter, love, and life's simple pleasures.
Doug is survived by his wife, Sharon Laughlin; sisters Kelly (Brian) Moore and Kathy
Laughlin; brothers Carl Laughlin (Kelly Puhr) and Tom (Lara) Laughlin; two stepchildren; four grandchildren; and many beloved aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Jean Laughlin, and his sister, Mary Ohmes.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at Lutheran Church of Hope, 925 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, IA.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to Sharon Laughlin to support causes close to Doug's heart.
Doug was deeply loved and will be profoundly missed. His memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew and cherished him.
A link to the livestreamed service can be found here:
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Deborah Ford (Fierst)
September 27, 2025
Hello, my name is Deborah Ford used to be Debbie Fierst 40 years ago. Me and Doug and Kelly hung out for a few years together had a blast. I hadn´t seen him or anything in 40 years. I just came across the memory. I hope the family is well and I´m very sorry for your loss.
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