Brothers Brad and Eric McLaughlin have announced the passing of their mother, Diana Lynn McLaughlin, at the age of 70. She died on November 24, 2025, in Williamsburg, Virginia. Diana’s life was a tapestry of love, family, and community, woven from her roots in West Virginia to her later years in Virginia.
Early Life and Education
Diana was born as Diana Lynn McCormick, the youngest of two daughters of Graham and Carrie McCormick. Growing up in the mountains of West Virginia, she was surrounded by a family with deep ties to the area, descendants of early settlers. An adventurous spirit, Diana embraced the outdoors as a self-professed tomboy, spending her childhood exploring the natural beauty that surrounded her.
Academically inclined, she excelled in school and later attended Marshall University. It was during her college years that she met 2nd Lieutenant William McLaughlin at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. The couple married on August 11, 1974, embarking on a life together that would take them across seven states as they raised their two sons.
A Life of Faith and Service
Diana’s strong faith and unwavering love for her family defined her character. As the family moved from coast to coast, they created lasting memories, often spending holidays on the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Diana’s nurturing nature extended beyond her family; after her sons grew up, she channeled her creativity into a business called McCormick Interiors and devoted her time to charitable organizations supporting those in need.
For the last twenty years, Diana resided in Williamsburg, Virginia, where she cared for her ailing mother, Carrie. During this time, she built a community of loving friends and neighbors who admired her kindness and spirit. Diana found joy in the simple pleasures of life, including music, dancing, and beautiful sunsets.
She will be remembered for her faith, contagious smile, boisterous laughter, and spirited sense of humor. Diana is survived by her two sons, Brad McLaughlin (Anna) and Eric McLaughlin; her older sister, Tamara Lee (John); her cousin Mary Ann Bevins; and three grandsons, Alex, Andrew, and Patrick, born to Brad and Anna. Diana also leaves behind her beloved dog, Daisy.
Final Arrangements and Legacy
Diana will be laid to rest in her birth home of Logan, West Virginia. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested donations be made in her memory to Dream Catchers, an organization dedicated to supporting individuals in need. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy can be shared at www.NelsenWilliamsburg.com.
As family and friends come together to honor Diana’s life, they reflect on a woman whose impact on their lives will be felt for years to come. Her legacy of love, service, and joy will remain a guiding light for all who knew her.
