Eileen graduated from Ketron High School, where she was a Majorette. She worked as manager of Sullivan North cafeteria for many years where she loved working at the gates at all the Sporting events. She loved North and all the kids there. She was the Biggest Raider fan ever! Eileen was a great cook and she loved her family with all her heart. She was a member of First Church of God and later member of West View Baptist Church. She taught Sunday School and Children’s Church for many years, and treated all the children like they were her own! Eileen loved everyone.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Gregg Laughlin; sons, Tim Laughlin, Terry Laughlin, and Chris Laughlin; grandson, Gabe Laughlin; and granddaughter, Jessica Laughlin.
She is survived by her son, Scott Laughlin & daughter-in-law, Laura Laughlin; sisters, Jackie Stoneham and Brenda McGaha; brother, Ronnie Porter (Kay); daughter-in-law, Sandy Laughlin; the LOVE of Her LIFE her Grandchildren, Hilliary Laughlin, Peyton Laughlin, Greg Laughlin, Logan Laughlin, Abbey Laughlin, Alexakate Laughlin, and Sophie Laughlin; lots of nieces, nephews and extended family whom she loved dearly.
A private Family Graveside service will be held due to the current situation. A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
In honor of Eileen’s love for children a contribution may be made to Homeland Baptist Church Children’s Program (2504 Hawaii Street Kingsport, Tn. 37660).
Online condolences may be made to the Laughlin family at www.eastlawnkingsport.com. East Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park has the honor of serving the Laughlin family.
