Kathy A. McLaughlin

Kathy A. McLaughlin obituary

Kathy A. McLaughlin

Kathy McLaughlin Obituary

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Kathy A. McLaughlin, 70, of Canton, passed away Friday, September 26th, at the Laurels of Massillon. Born in Canton, on June 6, 1955, a daughter of the late Francis William and Jean (Case) Lamon, also preceded in death by 2 sisters Debra Esquivel and Susan Ryter. She is survived by her husband of 51 years Carl B. McLaughlin; daughter Brandi (Maurice) Lowe; son William (Shelley) McLaughlin, all of Canton; 3 grandchildren Katelynn, Landon, and Melanee; as well as many nieces; nephews; family members and friends, including best friend Joyce Goodwin. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.

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