Funeral services will be 7 pm Saturday, at First Baptist Church, Glencoe, for Mr. Kenneth Laughlin , age 67 ,who died Wednesday. Drew Laughlin will officiate. Burial will be in Crestwood Cemetery.

Kenneth Laughlin dedicated his life to God, his family, friends and to the service of others. The three words that describe him are faithful, humble and servant. He was an amazing husband ,father, grandpa and friend.

His life of service began at a young age where he taught R.A's and coached basketball at Louis Street Baptist Church. He truly had a passion for young people and sports. He faithfully taught third and fourth grade Sunday school for over 30 years. However, his favorite times were on the baseball field, where he coached Glencoe for over 10 years. He was the head coach of the 1993 Dixie Youth State Champions and World Series Runner up. It was one of his proudest moments.

At the age of 47, a car wreck changed his life forever. However, even in the midst of his pain and suffering, he continued to serve and love those around him. When the wreck forced him to retire, he started a widows ministry, a door to door evangelism ministry and went on 5 mission trips with First Baptist Church of Glencoe where he was a member and deacon for 32 years.

He will be deeply missed by all who knew him! We love you Daddy.

He is preceded in death by his mother Pauline Laughlin, father R.E. Laughlin, brother David Laughlin, brother in law Earl Gwin, and sister in law Cheryl Morris.

He is survived by wife Linda Morris Laughlin, daughter, Amanda Skinner, son Drew (Marianna) Laughlin, brother Ron (Carol)Laughlin ,and sister Dianne(Gary) Brock, 6 grandchildren ,Anna Caroline, Grant Audrey Skinner, Evan, Sarah Grace and Lottie Laughlin, sister in laws Pat Gwin ,and brother in laws Amos Morris Jr., and several nieces and nephews.

Pallbearers will be Daniel Laughlin, Rob Gwin, Randy Yates, Mike McKenzie, Brandon Bush, Josh Brock, Clay Childers, Donny Pruitt and Richard Jones. Honorary Pallbearers will be Billy Fordham his 1993 State Championship baseball team, David Webster and all of his Goodyear friends. In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Glencoe First Baptist Building Fund or Rainbow Presbyterian Youth Fund. Special thanks to Encompass Hospice, Leann, Brandon, Jamie and Tonya and to Dr. Jason Ayres.

The family will receive friends at the church Saturday from 5 pm until the time of service. A graveside service will be held 2 pm Sunday at Crestwood Cemetery.