Search by Name

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

THOMAS P. LAUGHLIN

FUNERAL HOME

Demaine Funeral Home - Springfield

5308 Backlick Road

Springfield, Virginia

THOMAS LAUGHLIN Obituary

THOMAS PATRICK LAUGHLIN
Of Faifax Station, VA, at the age of 66, on January 14, 2014. Beloved husband of 43 years of Claudia Kopp Laughlin; caring father of T. Matthew (Kelly Anne) Laughlin and Cara Laughlin (Terrence James) Kee; dear grandfather of Pierce Matthew and Shane Thomas Laughlin and McKenna Claudeen and Ronan Terrence Kee; son of Betty and the late Charles Laughlin; brother of Dr. C. David (Nancy) Laughlin and Susan (Dave) Bedford; uncle of Gevony Williams, Mannon Gilroy, Conn Laughlin, and Jamie and Sarah Bennett; also survived by a loving extended family, and many close friends. Thomas worked for Xerox as a Sales Manager for 30 years. In his free time he hunted, fished, beat his buddies at poker, educated people on the game of setback, attended sporting events, hosted his friends, and more than anything enjoyed spending time with his family - especially his grandchildren. Friends will be received from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m., on Friday, January 17 at the Demaine Funeral Home, 5308 Backlick Road, Springfield. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, January 18 at 9:30 a.m. at the Church of the Nativity in Burke. Interment will follow immediately at Columbia Gardens, Arlington. Donations can be made in Thomas' memory to Capital Caring. Please sign and view the guestbook at: www.demainefunerals.com.

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

Published by The Washington Post on Jan. 16, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for THOMAS LAUGHLIN

88 Entries

January 24, 2014

I WORKED FOR TOM AT XEROX, HE WAS A GREAT BOSS. WE ARE SO SAD TO HEAR OF HIS PASSING. OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY.

DAN AND PAULA (GALLAGHER) MOORE
CHARLESTON, SC

Terri Donaldson Martino

January 24, 2014

So sorry to hear about Tom - Friends from Bellview. I know he will be missed by family and friends. My prayers are with you all.

Bruce Twyman

January 24, 2014

So sorry to read this today. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family. He was one of the good ones.

William & Darlene Wilburn

January 23, 2014

Tommy was a childhood friend during the good times of growing up in Bellview, church, and school, He will be missed and the world is a better place because of him. Please accept our most sincere sympathy.

Rick Sprouse

January 22, 2014

TPL was a great neighbor and friend growing up here in Bellview. He was older than me but he never even held it against me when he and the other older kids dug a ditch out here in the yard to play army and they wouldn't let me play in it so his dad told them if I couldn't play in it he made them fill it back in. He will be truly missed and I am very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for your family.

Michael Snuggs

January 21, 2014

Claudia, I am very sorry for your loss. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Tom made fast friends with me and later Cindy through his giving nature and positive personality. As other have mentioned, I hope there is some comfort in knowing Tom lived every moment to it's fullest and he always took time to stop and smell the roses.

Tim Smith

January 21, 2014

TPL was one of a kind, the best kind! He will be truly missed. Thanks so much for all of the memories that were made, they will never be forgotten. Love Tim and Meaghan.

Olga O. Munoz

January 21, 2014

Claudia, I am sorry for your loss. May the great memories of your partner last in your life forever and help you mitigate the sorrow and pain. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.

Joseph Tiano

January 20, 2014

Claudia, we just want you to know that we are sorry for your loss.We remember how he always greeted us with so much warmth and his smile .Give our best to your Family We look forward seeing you when you visit the Lehosits. We will keep you in our prayers. Love Babe & Frances

JR Souder

January 20, 2014

I knew Tom from my service manager years at Xerox. Tom was always one of my favorite people at Xerox. He was always friendly, had a super pleasing personality and was the true professional! I always enjoyed talking to Tom and enjoyed the work atmosphere he helped to create. My prayers and condolences go out to his wife, children and grandchildren. May
God ease their pain and help them through this difficult time. JR Souder

Jill Zundell

January 19, 2014

I've had the Laughlin family in my thoughts & prayers. After reading the many tributes here & elsewhere I realize that Tommy had a life well lived even though it was much too short. To have touched the lives of so many in such a positive way is a testament to the man he was. I hope with time the happy memories will bring comfort.

January 19, 2014

Claudia,
So sorry to hear of your loss. My sincerest sympathy to you and your entire family.
Kathy Langhan

Ellen & George Haines

January 19, 2014

Sincere condolences.

Lorenzo Fields

January 19, 2014

Tom was my new hire training manager at Xerox when my sales career began in 1990. Tom was a good and kind man who taught me the business and laid the foundation of my sales career. Rest in Peace Tom. Thanks for being a part of my life.

Rosemary Lucente Herron

January 18, 2014

Claudia, I can't tell you how saddened I was by the news of Tommy's passing. I vividly remember running into him one day in DC when we both worked there, and he always had the greatest smile. He always had a story and always made me laugh. His kindness, his laughter, and his just down to earth personality will surely be missed by anyone who had the pleasure of his passing through their lives. I send all my love and prayers to you and your family. Love, Rosemary Lucente Herron

Doug Davidson

January 18, 2014

Tommy, what a man. He truly understood the meaning of brotherhood. A friend who would not give up on you. An encourager, a mentor. He certainly could make you laugh and yet he could be serious.
I am honored to have known Tommy as a fraternity brother.
Claudia my thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
I Thessalonians 5:11 could have been Tommy's life verse.
I am truly sorry for your loss.

Doug Davidson

January 18, 2014

Claudia,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family.
Wishing you peace,
Sally Bawcombe

Frank Clark

January 18, 2014

Mary and I were saddened to hear of the passing of Tommy. We last saw him at Gevony's wedding and although he knew of his diagnosis, he didn't dwell on the subject, but to the contrary, he was just "Tommy", his usual vibrant and fun loving the whole weekend. It was our pleasure knowing him and being a small part of his life since Fairmont State.

Don (bucky) hatfield

January 18, 2014

Sorry to hear about Tom. We go way back together.

January 18, 2014

Claudia,we are thinking of you and your family with deepest sympathy and so very sorry for your loss,Tommy was such a nice guy,you are in our prayers Buz and Patty Cox,Monongah wv

January 18, 2014

We are so sorry to hear of Toms passing. He was a good friend many years ago. He will be missed. One of the good old Bellview boys.
Lindy and Connie Straight

January 18, 2014

I was very sorry to hear of the Tom's passing. I always enjoyed my time with him when we worked together at Xerox. He will be missed. God bless.
Bill Anderson, Cornelius, NC

Bill Mason

January 18, 2014

Claudia,
I was saddened to hear of Tommy's passing. He was a true friend and loyal brother during our college years together. I am sure he touched many lives. May you and your family find peace living through his memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sam McLaughllin

January 18, 2014

I'm very sorry to hear of Tommy Pat's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Laughlin family. Sam

Joyce King Luckey

January 18, 2014

So sorry to hear this. Tom was one of our Bellview boys......my prayers are with the Laughlin family.

Darryl Ashby

January 17, 2014

I got to know Tom over the past twenty years hunting with him in West Virginia and Virginia. He was a truly great guy. I will miss his friendship and our time together. I am sorry for his family of the loss.

Leasa Mastic Sisson

January 17, 2014

So sorry to hear the sad news. I have such wonderful memories from my childhood, spending time at the Laughlin home. It was always a warm place, full of laughter. I will also never forget Tommy treating me as his own daughter on my wedding day. He will truly be missed. Claudia, Mathew and Cara, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Wishing you peace and comfort.

David Settles

January 17, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Tom Laughlin. I can't express how much I enjoyed working with him at Xerox. He will surely missed by all that had the distinct pleasure to know him.

Laura Skarzinski Bennett

January 17, 2014

I was so sad to hear of Tommy's passing. My prayers go out to Claudia and the family. Tommy's kindness will be so missed. I so remember so many wonderful times in college, he always made everyone feel special. I am so thankful and blessed to have spent time with he and Claudia in Fairmont.

Fran Vogel

January 17, 2014

I remember Tom well from my days at Xerox. Tom was well respected by all in the Rosslyn office. He was a great salesperson. I am truly sorry to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

David Marshall

January 17, 2014

An angel is now back in heaven. A lovely man. We will miss him. David Marshall Xerox

Rita Fagan

January 17, 2014

Tommy was a wonderful friend and colleague during our Xerox years together. I am shocked at the news of his passing. Tommy made our time together happier through his humor and his persistently upbeat and positive nature. I adored him. Claudia, Matt, and Cara, the world needed him as much as you did. I am so sorry that he is no longer with us.

Karen Brown

January 17, 2014

Dear Laughlin family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May the peace of Christ surround each of you.
Love and prayers.
Rev. Karen Brown
formerly of Highland Avenue UMC in Fairmont

Kathleen Carpenter

January 17, 2014

Tom was one of my favorite managers at Xerox. Always so much fun, enthusiastic and informative....taught us all so much about love and family and being a wonderful person...He will be so dearly missed

Dave Radcliff

January 17, 2014

I like Barry Vingle, grew up in Bellview and in Barnes School with Tommy. He was always easy going and even tempered unlike so many of the neighborhood kids. I remember in 9th grade going on a fund-raiser with Tommy, selling Christmas wrap so our 9th grade class could purchase an electric scoreboard for our gym. My deepest condolences to the family.

January 17, 2014

Our deepest sympathy to Claudia and family . Rick and Vickie Davidson-Monongah , W Va

Lisa Mosteller

January 17, 2014

Dear Claudia, Matt, Cara, and the entire Laughlin family,
I want you to know that you have been in my prayers all week. I did not know Tommy well, but my teaching years with Claudia were the absolute BEST, and having Cara as one of my journalism students was a joy. After reading some of the entries here, I know Tommy was the perfect husband for Claudia. I hope God will comfort you at this time as you cherish the love and memories of your husband, dad,son,brother,father-in-law, grandfather, uncle, aunt, and nephew. All my love,
Lisa Burke Mosteller

NYEve 2011

Sally & Al Quenneville

January 17, 2014

When we were in Tommy's presence, life was full of laughter. We feel our time together has been cut so very short, and we will miss him greatly! We extend our sympathies and love to the family.

Brian Kee

January 17, 2014

Tom was one those special people in this world, someone who made everyone smile more, laugh more, and stress less. He was an absolute joy to be around and a genuinely good person. He will be missed by many. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Mike Eastman

January 17, 2014

I am sorry for your families loss. My wife Kathy plays tennis with Claudia and i know they were true lovers. My heart goes out to the entire family and may you celebrate his life in the next few days and try to think of the smiles and laughs while dealing with the tears and sorrow. If our family can do anything to help, call on us.

Patrick McLoughlin

January 17, 2014

I am very sorry for your loss, Tommy was a friend and a mentor at Xerox. He always had a smile and good story, my prayers to his family. Patrick McLoughlin

Barry Vingle

January 17, 2014

I grew up with Tommy in Bellview and attended school from 1st grade through high School. I'll miss him greatly and my condolences go out to his family.

Bob Vincent

January 17, 2014

Tommy always lit up the room. Somehow, life just seemed better when he was around. My deepest sympathies go out to his family.

Jenny Ill

January 17, 2014

Tommy was a wonderful friend, dad and husband. I will miss his jokes, his eating dessert first, and his wonderful personality. My thoughts and prayers are with all the family.

Pam Lauzau-Oconnor

January 16, 2014

A treasured friend to all how knew him…condolences to his family and friends.

Gary and Rhea Hillberry

January 16, 2014

So very sorry for your loss. Takes a little chunk out of all who knew Tom. Glad we got to see him at the Alpha Xi reunion. He will be misses so much by those who knew and loved him. All our love goes out to the family. Gary and Rhea Hillberry

Jim O'Sullivan

January 16, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Please accept my deepest condolences.

Suzan Williams Hood

January 16, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Greg Dunnington

January 16, 2014

My thoughts and prayers are with the Laughlin family during this difficult time. I have nothing but fond memories of Tommy and the wonderful times as TBI brothers.

Skip & Margaret Kaminsky

January 16, 2014

When I think about Tommy, I remember his smile, his jokes, and his lines of malarkey. Living and working near us, Tommy would often call to say hi and to get together for an adult beverage where we would relive TBI stories and "tell lies" about the old days. I'm going to miss that good guy. Much sympathy to Claudia and his family.

Gary & Fran Wade

January 16, 2014

Our hearts are saddened by the news of Tommy's death. He was such a fun-loving guy who always made you feel like he was your best friend. He was the life of the AXD parties with his infectious smile and humor. Our prayers go out to you, Claudia, and to Matt and Cara. Be strong. Tommy will always be watching over you.

Dean Richards

January 16, 2014

Working with Tommy in DC, we had much success and fun together. His laugh and smile was contagious. It was easy to be happy and comfortable around him. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Laughlin family. God bless you.

David Seamon

January 16, 2014

Claudia and family, please accept my thoughts and prayers at your time of sorrow. When I think of Tommy Pat and our time " studying " together for classes at FSC and our time as TBI brothers and his bacelor's party, I can only smile as they were the best of times.

Ps. 34:17, 18 ~ Kim

January 16, 2014

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

January 16, 2014

My condolences to the entire family. Tommy will be missed. I will cherish the fond memories of Tommy at Xerox. They will always be special!!

Seneica Sykes (Washington, DC)

Adrienne DeBlasio

January 16, 2014

Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel about Tommy's death. I am so grateful we got to spend a little time with the Laughlin family last summer at Bethany beach. I have the fondest childhood memories of Tommy, Claudia and the kids. I especially remember a lot of laughing and Tommy's fun sense of style. We are holding you and your family in our hearts.

Shannon D'Ambrisi

January 16, 2014

Sincerest condolencs to the entire Laughlin family. Tommy was a wonderful person and was always incredibly friendly and welcoming to my family. He will certainly be missed and thought of with fondness.

Sharon Morris Cheatham-Krantz

January 16, 2014

Claudia, may your years and memories with Tommy bring smiles through the tears. My love and prayers are with you and your family.

Fran and Joe Blauer

January 16, 2014

We are saddened by the loss of someone who could always put a smile on our faces.

Creed Hess

January 16, 2014

I am honored to call Tommy my dearest friend. Kathleen and I want to express our deepest sorrow to Claudia, Cara, Matt and family. I knew Tommy thru his brother C D and had the greatest times and memories with him. I will never forget his smiling face and friendship. As I shed a tear, I raise a glass to his most wonderful life and family.
Creed Hess

Albie and Marcia Cross

January 16, 2014

Claudia and family. So sorry to hear of Tommy passing. He and you were so much fun. Even though it has been so time that we have seen you, our hearts and prayers are with you.

Donna Davis

January 16, 2014

Thinking of you and your family

Mike Florence

January 16, 2014

Dear Claudia, Cara, Matt and family, Jenny and I are heart broken over the loss of Tommy. Tommy started at Xerox just before me and ever since 1975 when we became Xerox 9200 Specialists together, he became a brother to me. I remember all the time we shared and how I was always in awe of his client rapport, his exceptional talent and complete professionalism. Tommy will be deeply missed by many. We pray that God's spirit and strength will comfort you during this difficult time.

George Stewart

January 16, 2014

Tommy Pat was the most light hearted and fun loving individual to be around. He could always make you laugh. He always made you feel that your thoughts were important to him. He will be greatly missed and was taken way too early. My thoughts and prayers are with Claudia and his entire family along with so many friends who shared many wonderful times with him. Rest in Peace Brother.

Jasmine Rutherford

January 16, 2014

You will be missed, Tommy Pat. Thoughts and prayers, Claudia and family.

Donald DeLuca

January 16, 2014

Claudia and family: So sorry to learn of Tommy's illness and death. We have so many great memories of good times long past. Our thoughts are with you all. -- Linda and Donald DeLuca

Don Rote

January 16, 2014

Tommy and I pledged together in the TBI's at Fairmont State. I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great guy and we had a lot of great times together. My thoughts and prayers to your family during this time of grief.

Rick & Carol Amos

January 16, 2014

The world is now missing a great humorist and a mind to go with it. Tommy was always making people feel better just by being Tommy, what a wonderful personality to share. Most of my memories are from TBI years together, and those years are unequaled. Tommy will be missed by everyone who was fortunate enough to know him.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Laughlin family.

Bob Dyer

January 16, 2014

Tommy and I started at Xerox the same day and spend a lot of time together professionally and socially. Great guy who will be truely missed. Our thoughts and prayers to the Laughlin family in this time of sadness.

Chris Pallotta

January 16, 2014

Tommy Pat was a great guy to be around, he was a special friend to many. We will ALL miss Tommy Pat. My prayers and sympothy to Claudia and the entire Laughlin family.

Dan & Vicki Beasley

January 16, 2014

Tommy and Claudia attended many great parties at our home in Springfield. We will always remember Tommy dancing and singing along to Bill Deal and the Rhondels. He sure knew how to have a good time with friends and neighbors. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Claudia and the family.

Scott Shields (Marshall)

January 16, 2014

All of us who knew Tommy shared a lot of laughs and a lot of fun during our college years and our experiences as TBIs. So sorry to hear of his passing. Rest in Peace.

January 16, 2014

Tommy Laughlin was one of the best Xerox Sales Executives/Professionals ever...
May Almighty God bless You and your entire family.
Your buddy,
George O'Hare

Helen Harwood

January 16, 2014

Memories of Tommy: kindness to all, made you smile, sharing lunch at the Black Tahiti, the hysterical Tommy Laughlin/Dan Mastic duo, pictures of his family on his desk, limitless sorting, President's Club, love of Claudia, Johnny Carson style of humor, green suits and kindness to all. I miss it.

Claudia my love and sympathy to you and your family.
Helen Harwood (Xerox)

January 16, 2014

Tom was a true friend. I was lucky enough to work with him and enjoy his company for almost 40 years. Tom, you will be missed.

Art Crisafulli

Jim Varner

January 16, 2014

It is always a shock when a valued member of our fraternal group passes. I will always remember Tom as the vibrant and energetic individual that he was. Rick Heim completed nailed it with his description of Tom; someone who made you feel like you were his best friend. My deepest condolences to his family.

Arlene Blumenthal

January 16, 2014

Michael and I are so sorry to hear about Tommy. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Dave Morris

January 16, 2014

Tommy enjoyed life and life, especially his friends, enjoyed Tommy. He and his humor will be missed by many.

January 16, 2014

Tommy was my friend and fraternity brother at Fairmont State College.
He was loving, kind, and gentle. I most remember Tommy for his laugh.
To my knowledge he never had an enemy. My latest contacts with Tommy
took place at John Belota's parties in Hagerstown, Maryland. He will be
fondly remembered and sadly missed.
Bob Parker
Fort Pierce, Florida

TBI Alumni Association

January 16, 2014

On behalf of the Officers and Brothers of Tau Beta Iota Fraternity, I should like to extend our sympathies for the passing of Brother Tommy.

Brother Laughlin and all TBI's who have left us in the last year will be remembered at our annual Founders Day memorial service held each March.

Charles Hillberry
President
TBI Alumni Association

Suzanne, Moshe & Sivan Adato

January 15, 2014

No one could light up a room like Tommy. His gentle nature, electric personality, devotion to family and friends, wonderful smile, and the way he always made you feel special, are just a few reasons he was so loved. There are so many more. . .

You were taken from us much too early, my friend. Words cannot express how much we will miss you.

Our condolences to Claudia, Kara, Matt and all the family. . .

Eric Vazzana

January 15, 2014

TL was a treasured soul and will be missed. I will always remember his infectious smile and as the boss that molded all of us young pups at Xerox into the sales people we eventually became. Great guy!

Pat & Cheri Neri

January 15, 2014

He made everyone feel that life was a celebration. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

Rocco Muriale

January 15, 2014

My thoughts and prayers to family and friends

rick heim

January 15, 2014

I can think of no one that was more fun to be around than Tommy. He made everyone feel like they were his best friend and he had many. I can never remember a negative comment about Tommy other than his difficulty in understanding the game of setback. He will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him and his family should take comfort in the number of people that were touched by his friendship.

John Sprouse

January 15, 2014

From the day that I was born, Tommy Pat has been a wonderful part of so many joyous memories of childhood and beyond. He was my first friend, playmate, role model, and fraternity mentor. I feel blessed to have had Tommy Pat as a friend for life, and my thoughts and prayers are with all his family and friends who so loved this kind and giving man. I am so sorry for your loss. I miss him dearly.

Mary Helen Collins

January 15, 2014

Tommy was my mentor and my friend in the era of Xerox. He was much more than a manager; he was compassionate, fun to be with and gave me the tools to be successful. A truly wonderful man, husband and father.

Showing 1 - 88 of 88 results