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1954
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2019
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YOLANDA McLAUGHLIN Obituary
Yolanda was a graduate of Prince George High School Class of 1972 and then continued her education at Virginia State College (University). Upon completing her studies at VSC in 1976, she returned to Prince George County Public Schools where she taught Physical Education and Health, as well as coached Girls Basketball, and Softball until her retirement in 2010.
Preceding her in death are her four brothers, Mason, Melvin, Frankie, and Larry Johnson and most recently her beloved aunt, Sarah Granderson.
Yolanda is survived by her loving husband, Jerry McLaughlin to whom she was married for 40 years as of August 11th. Yolanda was the beloved mother of Kevin McLaughlin (Raven) and Kevona McLaughlin. The cherished grandmother of Syreniti Crockett, Juhrari McLaughlin, Chase Jackson, Cailyn Jackson, and Khori-Nicole Richardson. She was the sister of Diane Jackson, Sandra Johnson, Elnora Myrick, Elma Edwards (Gilmore), and Beverly Johnson. The sister-in-law to Philip McLaughlin (Linda), Victor McLaughlin (Bernida), and Donald McLaughlin; and a host of loving aunts, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.
Service will be held 11:00 A.M., Tuesday, December 17, 2019 at Tabernacle Baptist Church, 418 Halifax Street, Petersburg, VA, the Rev. Dr. Robert A. Diggs, Sr., Pastor, eulogist. The interment will be private.
A wake will be held from 7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M., Monday, December 16, 2019 at the funeral establishment.
J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Avenue, Petersburg, VA, (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Ruth Everson Baker
December 20, 2019
Family, I will greatly miss my friend, my confidant and my chosen sister. Your loss is my loss Rest in Peace and knowing you left a living legacy of love.
Bridget Green
December 17, 2019
This Is Bridget,The Johnson Family Has Always Been Special To Me,Mother Catherine Just Spoiled Me When She Was A Manager,I Became A Lunch Lady To Reggie,Ronald&Bridget!A Great Family!Sorry For Your Loss!Praying!
Garlette James
December 17, 2019
The sun, the moon, the wind, the stars, will forever be around, reminding you of the love you shared, and the peace she's finally found. Mrs. Mac was a great woman, teacher and coach.
Pamela Wooden (Moses)
December 16, 2019
My heart is broken! Mrs. McLaughlin was so much more than a teacher/coach to me. She was my protector, my mentor, my cheerleader, My HERO. Our relationship went so much further than school. She believed in me when I didnt even believe in myself. I owe everything to this wonderful women. My guardian angel on earth and now in heaven. You are missed.
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Lee Washington
December 16, 2019
Mclaughlin Family,
Continue to be encouraged in Christ. Thank you for sharing Yolanda (Mrs. McLaughlin) with us. I personally must have gone to Yolandas house 364 out of 365 days within any given year. We had so much fun. To us Yolandas front yard was Yankee Stadium. We love all of you. Yolanda is one of the best people that I have ever known. She truly had the characteristics of Christ within her. Finally, family, when going through challenging times, remember that God is able to and will keep His promises. He will never leave nor forsake you. Joshua 1:9
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San Diego, CA
Jackie Cookie Tyler
December 16, 2019
She was my PE teacher in the 80's at Clements Jr High School and one of my favorite teacher. I was shocked to hear of her passing and she will be greatly missed. Earth loss is Heaven's Gain!! My condolences to the family
RaQueal Jones-Covington
December 16, 2019
I am so sorry to hear of Mrs. Mac's passing. She was truly loved and will be missed. She was such an awesome Coach to me at NB Clements and taught me many life lessons through playing softball. My heartfelt condolences to the family. We will keep you in our prayers.
Michelle Wyatt
December 16, 2019
R.I.P. A great PE teacher. Praying for your family
Jayne Crist
December 16, 2019
Yolanda was a great teacher and person. I am sure she will be greatly missed. Prayers for the family.
Leslie Jones
December 16, 2019
Kevin and family, we are so sorry to hear about your Mother, condolences to all. We will keep you in our prayers. Sterling, Leslie and Chad Jones
Dr. Linda Hunt King
December 16, 2019
My sincere condolences, thoughts, and prayers. May the Lord comfort you and strengthen you as your beloved rests in Him.
Patricia Massenburg
December 15, 2019
All of you have been in my life, all my life. Our families always been entwined. My Mom just felt this one. Tough loss, I loss my big sister. Beautiful soft spirit flew Home. Jerry my most heartfelt condolences. Massenburg Family
Verla Claiborne
December 14, 2019
She was my basketball coach at N B Clement school. She will me miss love your center Verla Claiborne
Felicia Kershaw
December 14, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I was so very sorry to hear of Mrs. Macs passing. She was a wonderful person and a great friend. I will miss our outings together. I pray that God gives her family strength and peace during this time.
Sincere Condolences,
Felicia Kershaw and family
Rev. Evangeline Wright
December 14, 2019
Mac a wonderful person, a friend, and a sister. God blessed my life many years ago with you. You were always there whenever and however I needed you. I will miss you, but grateful you are now healed and in the living arms of the Savior.
James Taylor
December 14, 2019
I have fond memories of Yolanda as a high school student, teacher, coach, and friend. Prayers for all of her family.
Yolanda James-Boone
December 13, 2019
So thankful to have known "Coach Mac". She taught me so much as a student as well as athlete, if she was hard on you then that meant she cared (so much appreciated). I will never forget the countless memories and all the positivity she poured into those around her. May she rest in Heavenly Peace as God gives strength and comfort to the family!
Betty Hilo
December 13, 2019
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.Remember to be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD.
Brigette Sills
December 13, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Wilbert Harper
December 13, 2019
Prayers of strength & comfort Family
Cheryl Perkins
December 12, 2019
Jerry my most sincere condolences to you, the children and grandchildren, I know you are all heartbroken.
Ms. "Mac", it's hard to believe you are gone . Thank-you for guiding me and mentoring me through my first few years of teaching. If it hadn't been for you and several others guiding, I am not sure I would have made it. So many wonderful memories of those great days and times we had at Clements. You will be missed, my mentor and friend! Blessed to know we will reunite one day.
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