Barbara Laughlin

Barbara Laughlin, 82, of Mason City, Iowa, died Saturday, April 5, 2014, at her home. A celebration of life open house will be from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM on Thursday, April 10, 2014 at her home, 1107 Manor Drive, Mason City. Per her wishes, her body was cremated and there will be no visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Barbara Laughlin memorial fund (final expenses) in care of Laurie Laughlin, 1107 Manor Drive, Mason City, IA 50401. Barbara Stinson was born October 21, 1931, in Maple Plain, MN, the daughter of Clyde and Evylin (Swair) Stinson. She attended school in Minnesota before moving to Mason City in 1940. Barbara married Richard Laughlin on June 30, 1967 in Mason City. Over the years she worked as a hotel manager/maid and Marshall and Swifts until her retirement in 1994. She enjoyed spending time with her family – especially her daughter Laurie. She also enjoyed fishing, tending to her vegetable and flower gardens, watching the food network, gambling and taking care of her dogs – she loved them all. Barbara appreciated the simple things in life such as a cup of coffee and sitting outdoors in the warm sun. Barbara is survived by 1 daughter: Laurie Ann Laughlin of Mason City; several brothers and sisters including her twin sister: Beverly Krotcer of Ackley, MN. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents 1 sibling.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Barbara Laughlin memorial fund (final expenses) in care of Laurie Laughlin, 1107 Manor Drive, Mason City, IA 50401.

Visitation:
Per her wishes, her body was cremated and there will be no visitation.

Service:
A celebration of life open house will be from 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM on Thursday, April 10, 2014 at her home, 1107 Manor Drive, Mason City.