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Irma McLaughlin Obituary
IRMA GWENNETTE COOK McLAUGHLIN
Irma Gwennette Cook McLaughlin, a non-smoker, passed away from complications with lung cancer on Thursday, February 8, 2007. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert Warren McLaughlin. Born July 4, 1949 in LaGrange, Georgia, Gwennette was raised in a Christian home and had a strong faith. She grew up loving to sing and read, and developed a strong appreciation for art. Gwennette lived a full life. While being a devoted mother and wife, she was able to build a successful career in sales, achieving vice-president positions with two different companies. Gwennette received many awards throughout her career, her most cherished award was for the work she did at Lexis-Nexis related to Missing and Exploited Children. She is survived by her son, Dustin and his wife, Karen McLaughlin; daughter, Robin and her husband, Mike Colangelo; three grandsons, Tyler McLaughlin, Caden Colangelo and Jase McLaughlin; one brother, Russell Cook; six sisters, Marie Whiffen, Dot Easterling, Delene Wall, Linda Parker, Diane Bradshaw and Charlotte Webb; and brother-in-law, Joseph McLaughlin. Visitation will be held at MOUNTCASTLE FUNERAL HOME, 4143 Dale Blvd., Dale City, VA on Monday, February, 19 from 1 to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m. The funeral service will be held at St. Paul United Methodist Church, Woodbridge, VA on Tuesday, February 20 at 11 a.m. Interment will follow at Quantico National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in her name to The American Cancer Society for Lung Cancer Research. Contributions can be made on-line at www.cancer.org or by calling 1-800-ACS-2345.
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Memories and Condolences
for Irma McLaughlin
February 22, 2007
Robin and Mike,
We want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you both. May God give you strength during this difficult time of losing your Mom.
Sammy and Cheryl Serrano
Tim and Marie Bailey
February 20, 2007
The best things we can give to each other are good memories, kind words, signs of affection, gestures of sympathy, peaceful silence, and joyful celebration. Please know that each of you are in our thoughts and prayers as you hold wonderful memories of Gwennette in your hearts and celebrate her homecoming with the Lord.
Kelli Scott
February 19, 2007
Robin and Dusty and family,
We love you. I'm without words, just that we love you all.
Eric & Wendy Parker
February 19, 2007
Dear Robin & Dusty,
It seems unfair when we are left to our memories, but when I remember Aunt Gwennette, I can clearly remember her smile and laugh...and that she always gave me a big hug, and always told the best blonde jokes..Those are all great memories and I'm happy that we can share them.
Our love and support are always here for you.
Michelle Davis (Payne)
February 18, 2007
I was a friend of Dusty's and never had the pleasure of knowing his mom but she raised a fine man so I know she was special. Dusty God bless you and your family.Please contact me.
Sally Boydston
February 17, 2007
Dusty, Robin and families, Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. We shared some wonderful times with your Mom & Dad when you kids were growing up. Memories that we'll have forever. Your mom was very special and she will me missed by so many people. Love to all of you, Bobby & Sally Boydston, Woodbridge, Va.
Dot Easterling
February 16, 2007
Dear Dusty, Robin and Family,
Our hearts, thoughts, love, and prayers are with you. We grieve with you. Gwennette was a fun-loving, beautiful and brave sister. We shared a lot of laughter and tears. I will miss you so much Gwennette. Love, Aunt Dot & Uncle Tommy
Diane McLaughlin
February 16, 2007
Some of my very best memories are shared with Gwen and Mac. I am so very thankful that I was blessed with knowing them in this life, and further that my son, Tyler, was able to benefit from the love that they poured over him; I know he flourished because of it. Mac tried to attend every one of Tyler's games even when he was sick, and Gwen always had a "special place" in her home for Tyler... and all of her grandchildren; no matter how many, she would always make them their own special place.
There is no doubt that I loved this beautiful lady who always made time to listen, understand, and love those around her. I will always cherish my memories of our time together in this life.
Gwen, Mac, and Tyler in January '97
February 16, 2007
Delene Wall
February 15, 2007
I will miss you, Gwennette, but you will never be far from my heart. To Dusty, Karen, Robin, Mike, Tyler, Caden and Jase .. all of you gave Gwennette the courage to fight this lung cancer and she wanted nothing more than to see her grandchildren grow up to become adults. I know God will give you the comfort that only he can. I love you all. Aunt Dee
Linda Parker
February 15, 2007
My dear, sweet, beautiful little sister....I miss you so much. You were so brave & fought so hard.
My heart, my love & my prayers go out to Dusty & Robin and their families. Your Mother was cherished & loved by us all. She was an angel sent by God to the Cook family
jan Hruska
February 14, 2007
Dear Robin Our prayers are with you and our family. We shared many good times at the ball fields. We will always remember these times and both your parents.
With deep sympathy Gene and Jan Hruska
Tim Clemons
February 14, 2007
Our family lived next door to Mac, Gwynn, Dusty, and Robin in Woodbridge, VA for 6 years. We loved all of them dearly and I can honestly say that Mac was my only real friend. Gwynn was such a sweetheart and put up with our non-stop antics and always had a smile on her face, even when we pulled our childish, practical jokes.
We pray that the loving arms of our living Lord and Savior, Jesus, the Christ, will enclose Dusty, Robin and all of Gwynn's family with his warmth and healing as only He can at a time like this. We rest on the Lord's promise that we will all be together again with Christ in His glory in heaven.
Pat and Bob Scherago
February 13, 2007
We
live next door in Four Seasons. We knew Gwen a very short time, but
enjoyed her company and were very fond of her.
She was very open about her disease, and courageous in her fight. I
lost my first wife to lung cancer when she was 60, so I understand what a loss this is to her friends and family. Our hearts go out to you all.
Candy & Mick Mohaupt
February 13, 2007
My Prayer: Dear Lord, I praise and worship your Holy Name. I ask please to wrap your comforting arms around Dusty and Robin, extended family and friends who loved this special lady. Give strength to get through this very difficult time and the times ahead of them without their Mom and Dad.
Robert and Dottie Fonte
February 13, 2007
To the family:
Robert and I know how much you loved and cared for your sister. We both lift you all up to God, the One who knows how to best comfort and care for us. We are sure that your dear sister is in His loving presence. Peace to you.
Bobbie Leavins
February 13, 2007
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Diane Bradshaw
February 13, 2007
All my love to my sister and greatest inspiration.
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