Obituary of Marie Jo Laughlin

Marie Jo (Erhardt) Laughlin passed away in her home due to health complications on December 21, 2019.  Marie was born on January 6, 1965 in Seattle Washington, to John and Caroline Erhardt. 

Marie is survived by her son, John Michael Laughlin Jr (22); her sisters, Diane Benitz and Denise (Mike) Williams; along with several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts and uncles.  Marie was preceded in death by her parents, John and Caroline (Wetzstein) Erhardt; and brothers, Douglas and Loren Erhardt.

Marie, the youngest of five, grew up in the Snohomish and White Center communities.  She graduated from Evergreen High School in 1983. 

Marie enjoyed the outdoors, camping, swimming and dirt biking.  She had an amazing love for animals. Her favorite hobbies included arts and crafts painting, drawing and coloring. She was very creative.  Her favorite thing to do was to spend time with her son, John.  Marie had a huge heart for everyone she met. She was always willing to help out friends and family any way possible.  She will be greatly missed.