Laura was born October 7, 1935 to Hugh Forsyth and Marcella Lopez in Fort Worth. She was independent, hardworking and well known for her wit and sense of humor.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her loving husband, Gerald Hughes; daughter, Susan Lerma; son, John Gomez Jr.; grandson, John M. Lerma; 5 brothers; and 2 sisters.
Laura is survived by her son, Joe M. Gomez; several grandchildren; great grandchildren; sisters, Frances Mendoza, Anita Kates, and Rosemary Pitts.