
John Tracy McLaughlin
John Tracy McLaughlin, 61, died at home unexpectedly from an apparent heart attack on Oct. 26, 2022. He was born in Des Moines and attended Christ the King and St. Theresa’s grade schools and Dowling Catholic High School. He later attended UNI in Cedar Falls and Hawkeye Tech in Waterloo, pursuing his interest in architecture. This enhanced his skills in cabinetry, brick and tile, flooring and project management. His most recent career has been with Wells Fargo Corporate Properties in West Des Moines.
John is survived by his wife, Laurie; children, Emily and Derek (Melissa); two grandsons; two brothers; two sisters; three half-sisters and many nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Ellie McLaughlin.
John was laid to rest at Glendale Cemetery in Des Moines. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John’s memory may be made to The Kiwanis Miracle League, 505 Fifth Ave., Suite 200, Des Moines, Iowa 50309.
John is survived by his wife, Laurie; children, Emily and Derek (Melissa); two grandsons; two brothers; two sisters; three half-sisters and many nieces and nephews. John was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Ellie McLaughlin.
John was laid to rest at Glendale Cemetery in Des Moines. In lieu of flowers, contributions in John’s memory may be made to The Kiwanis Miracle League, 505 Fifth Ave., Suite 200, Des Moines, Iowa 50309.