Laura Jayne McEachen

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Laura Jayne McEachen, who died on March 27, 2026, at the age of 60. Laura was the beloved daughter of Bryan and Diane McEachen and made Whitby, Ontario her long-time home.

Laura was a graduate of Sheridan College and had a banking and finance career that spanned 35 years. As a Senior Administrator, she spent the last 15 years with EQ Bank, where she was highly respected for her professionalism and unwavering dedication.

Laura was kind and generous. She was a devoted companion to her twin sister, Leanne, and a steadfast source of support to her mother. Laura enjoyed her weekly Euchre nights with groups of friends and found great joy in family celebrations and annual gatherings with her many beloved cousins. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Laura is survived by her mother, Diane McEachen; her sister, Leanne McEachen; her brother, Paul McEachen (Stephanie); her sister, Maryellen McEachen (Brian), and dear family friend, Lorraine Huinink-McNamee (Kirk). She was a cherished aunt to Sydney and Reagan. She is also lovingly remembered by her Scottish family: James Reekie (Danielle) and Rachel Reekie (Greg), as well as her great-nephew and great-niece, Adam and Hannah.

Visitation will be held at Oshawa Funeral Home, 847 King Street West, on Monday, April 6, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. A Funeral Mass will take place at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 903 Giffard Street, Whitby, on Tuesday, April 7, at 10:30 a.m. Burial will follow at Resurrection Catholic Cemetery, 355 Taunton Road East, Whitby. All are warmly invited to join the family for a reception following the service at Bella Notte Ristorante, 3570 Brock Street North, Whitby.

Laura was an avid supporter of the food bank. In lieu of flowers, donations are welcome to be made in her memory to Feed the Need in Durham (www.feedtheneedindurham.ca).

Online tributes and condolences may be placed at www.oshawafuneralhome.com