Barbara Elixson McLaughlin Obituary
The memory of Barbara Elixson McLaughlin of Willard, North Carolina, who passed away on March 26, 2025 at the age of 76, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Barbara leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was loved and cherished by many people including: her parents, James Elixson and Reba Hardee Elixson; her husband Gary Wayne McLaughlin; her sister Reba Phillips; her daughter Angela McLaughlin Rice (Wendell); her grandchildren, Steven McLaughlin, Wendell "Ivy" Rice IV, Ely Rice and Waylon Rice; and her siblings, Edna Moore (Edward), Jimmy Elixson (Hilda), David Elixson (Jo Ellen) and James Elixson, Jr. (Susan). She was also cherished by many extended family members and friends.
