Gloria Alma Laughlin

Gloria A. Laughlin was born in Oklahoma City, OK in April 1932 to Roy and Bessie Dye. She grew up with two older sisters and two younger brothers. Betty Dye and Delores Deck, sisters and John Dye and Paul Dye, brothers and her parents all predeceased Gloria. Gloria graduated North East High school and attended Hills Business University. In her youth, Gloria worked as a docent at the Oklahoma City Zoo and in local pastry shops where she developed a love of

cooking and considerable baking skills. Gloria married James L Laughlin in 1955 and they had two sons, James L Laughlin, II and Thomas R. Laughlin. They made their home in Moore, Ok. She excelled at supporting her boys in all their endeavors and her Daughters-in-law in their challenges and accomplishments. Gloria was preceded in death by her Husband James, and is Survived by James and Deborah Laughlin and Tom Laughlin and Brenda Hendrix-Laughlin. Gloria is also survived by several Nieces and Nephews and their families, the Laughlin's, Deck’s, and Dye’s. She was a kind and warm spirit to all. Gloria lived a full life and on her terms. She was a member of Central Church of Christ in Moore, Ok. The Church was very important to her and they went above and beyond to see to all her needs. She loved those around her and found great joy in their company and sharing stories of their lives. She had a loving family, the closest of lifelong friends, and folks that came into her life that helped her live independently and comfortably. Gloria was known as a great cook, a lover of food, a great baker, and a welcoming host. It was a great day if you were visiting when she was making enchiladas, chicken fried steak, or baking! People across four generations gravitated to Gloria’s smile and warm reception. Even in her most challenging moments, nurses and physicians were drawn to her. She also loved music, classic movies, reading- particularly biographies, and favorite television shows. And in her final days she was solving puzzles on Wheel of Fortune and showing a great sense of humor, wit, and love. Gloria is special to all of us. She’ll be celebrated and dearly missed by us all.