Robert Laughlin Obituary


ROBERT R. "BOB" LAUGHLIN JR.
August 12, 1944 ~ March 1, 2016

Bob Laughlin joined the choir of angels on March 1, 2016. He was 71 years old. A life-long Clark County resident, Bob was born in Vancouver, WA and grew up in Battle Ground on his father's dairy farm. He graduated from Battle Ground High School.
Bob married Barbara Joan Woodworth in 1967, the summer of love, and never stopped loving.
Bob graduated college from the University of Portland and immediately began working at the Port of Portland Marine Department, where he retired after 30 years in middle management.
Bob loved to travel, and he and his family went on many camping trips with the trailer while the kids were young, and then he and Barb traveled together to England, Ireland, Egypt, Israel, Costa Rica, Panama, and all over the United States after retirement.
His dedication to the church was a big part of his life, and he went on mission trips to Alaska and Louisiana, among others, to give back.
Bob is survived by his sister, Patricia of Dallas, OR; his wife of nearly 50 years, Barbara of Vancouver; a son, Rob (wife Victoria) and their son, Josiah of Vancouver; and a daughter, Cindy of Tucson, AZ.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Sat., March 5, 2p.m., at First United Methodist Church, 401 East 33rd St., Vancouver, WA.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Ocean Park Camp & Retreat Center, PO Box C, Ocean Park, WA 98640.
Please sign his guest book at: www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Mar. 2, 2016.
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Barb, so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.
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Janet Johnson

March 10, 2016

Cindy, I'm sorry for your lost. Thank you for sharing this with me. Your father sounded like a wonderful man. From my family to yours we extend our condolences and will keep you in our prayers. May you all be blessed and may live in your hearts forever.

Blas Valdez

March 9, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss and we were blessed to have the Laughlin's as our friends. It was such a lovely service and Bob would of loved the stories that were told. Cindy and Rob did a wonderful job remembering their dad. I know that he'll be missed and that time will heal. But it's so hard to lose a loved one.
God Bless you and the family...blessings.

Gary & Judy Hust

March 7, 2016

Bob was a unique individual. Memories flood to my mind. Pinochle nights, missions, etc. I think he is happy to move on to the glory of heaven. I know you will miss him greatly , Barbara, Cindy, and Rob. May good memories fill your hearts.

Jackie and Harley Youngblood

March 6, 2016

So sorry for you and your family Barbara....I know you two loved each other so very much.....Gail Antijunti

Gail Antijunti

March 4, 2016

Marvelyn Hess

March 4, 2016

Barbara and the family of my beloved classmate (Battle Ground 1962) and friend. May God's grace and peace strengthen you in this time of sorrow. His passing into the presence of God, while sad for those left behind, is a time of great rejoicing for Bob and for the Lord and those who went before Him. I look forward to the day of joining my friends and family in the presence of our Lord. God bless you.

Bob Goldsby

March 3, 2016

I AM DEEPLY SADDENED BY THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE.PLEASE TAKE COMFORT IN THE FACT THAT"ALMIGHTY GOD HAS SENT HIS SON TO BIND UP THE BROKENHEARTED AND COMFORT ALL WHO MOURN".ISAIAH 61:1-2

TINA T

March 3, 2016

Barbara,
We are so sorry for your loss. May God be with you and your family.
Sincerely, Bob and Wilma Johnson

March 3, 2016

My thoughts are full. Losing my brother means there is no one left who shared life with us all on the family farm in Battleground. I have wonderful memories of Bob all through my life. He was a great brother in all ways.

Patricia Sevcik

March 3, 2016

Bob and I were in 4H together for a number of years in Battle Ground and he and my sister, Wanda, were in the same graduating class at BG. I recall the times we spent at the county fair, and in one occasion a trip to the coast. Should I not get to the memorial service, my condolences to the family.

ken Dean

March 3, 2016

To the family and friend with heartfelt sympathy may God bless you in your time of sorrow asking God to keep you close and give you strength, especially in this sad time. Psalm 83:18

To the family and friend life beautiful shells left by the tide .memories of the happiness you shared with your loved one will always be a part of you.

RT

March 3, 2016

I am sad to lose Bob. It was always nice to be in his company. He and Barb were members of the VCCA and we had many good times together. We have lost a gentle, caring soul. My condolences to Barbara and his family at this time. May you find comfort and solace in the arms of Jesus as you go on without him on this earth. I know he's happy, pain-free, and in God's house now.

Cindi-Pauline Wolfe

March 2, 2016

I am Mary Holland and my husband and I have known Bob and family for a number of years. We were all members of the Vintage Chevrolet Club of America with the local chapter being the Columbia River Region. We have gone on many tours together across the US and here locally. He was a dedicated Christian and we enjoyed many times together over the years. He will be greatly missed. Love and Hugs Bob
Mary Holland

Mary Holland

March 2, 2016

God gives and God takes but it has never not been for the best sorry for your losses Cindy you always in my heart and in my prayers

Sylvestre Primous

March 2, 2016

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