Cleo Carl Laughlin Jr. passed away Wednesday, January 16, 2019 in his home at the age of 88. He was preceded in death by Mae Dell Laughlin, his wife of almost 40 years. He was born September 23, 1930 in Dallas, Texas to Cleo Carl Laughlin Sr. and Edna Mae Laughlin. Carl Jr graduated from The University of Texas and retired from Armco Steel after 30 years as a supervisor. He was proud to have served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War. He is survived by his children, Lisa Lee and Gary Laughlin; Grandchildren, Brandon Lee, Eric Lee, Michelle Lee and husband Scott Mcgowen, Lindsey Lopez and husband Matt Lopez, Kelsey Laughlin and Tyler Laughlin; Great grandchildren, Jayden and Drake Lopez, Evan Mcgowen and Bryce Laughlin. As well as extended family Diana Acosta. A celebration of life will be held Thursday January 24, 2019 at 10:00AM at Memory Gardens Cemetery.