Anna Scott McLaughlin

Anna Scott McLaughlin, 90, of Annapolis, MD, formerly of Butler, died Sunday August 30, 2009 in Annapolis, MD. She was born April 20, 1919 in Pittsburgh, the daughter of the late Robert A. Scott and Anna M. (King) Scott. Anna and her husband, George moved to Penn Township from Forest Hills, PA in 1950. Anna lived in Penn Township until 2006 when she moved to Annapolis, Maryland to be with her daughter Anne. While living in Penn Twp., they both loved being active in their community. Anna was an active community leader in Penn Township. She was a co-founder of the Penn Townsip History Committee and co-authored "Penn Panorama -- The First 200 Years." She was an original founding member of the Penn Township Women's Club. She was awarded a 50-year service pin this year. Anna initiated Girl Scouts in Penn Township, and was an active member of the Auxiliary to the Fire Department. Anna was a member of the Glade Run United Presbyterian Church where she had served as a Deacon and was a member of the Missionary Society. Anna had also been a member of the Middlesex Presbyterian Church. They attended and supported activities of social, government, and education. They especially enjoyed athletic activities. They were fans of Penn Township golden panthers, the Knoch Knights, and especially the Pittsburgh Steelers. She began her banking career after high school by working as a teller while taking banking classes at the University of Pittsburgh. Then, she dedicated herself to raising a family, and when her children were grown, she returned to banking. She went on to become one of the first bank managers and later vice presidents of a bank in Pennsylvania. In 1988, Anna retired from Northwest Savings Bank as the Vice President and Manager of the Southern Division. After retirement, she continued to serve on the Advisory Board for many years. Anna is survived by 4 children; George T. McLaughlin of Sacremento, CA, Anne S. McLaughlin of Annapolis, MD, Rachael McLaughlin of Champion, OH and Janet McLaughlin of Manassas, VA; 7 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband of 50+ years, George S. McLaughlin, a brother, Robert K. Scott and a sister, Nancy Scott Drew. Friends will be received on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at Young Funeral Home, 127 W. Jefferson Street, Butler from 2-4 and 6-8PM. The funeral service will be held on Thursday, September 10th at the funeral home at 11AM with Rev. Greg Wiest from Glade Run Presbyterian Church officiating. The family requests that in lieu of flowers any contributions be made to: Hospice of the Chesapeake, 445 Defense Highway, Annapolis, MD 21401 or Glade Run United Presbyterian Church, 1091 Pittsburgh Road, Valencia, PA 16059.

Anna Scott McLaughlin

April 20, 1919 - August 30, 2009