Henry Wesley McLauren, III Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Henry Wesley “Red” McLauren, III was born on January 14, 1942 in Richmond, Virginia to the union of Henry and Mamie McLauren, in which he was the eldest of ten siblings. He brought the family much joy and was the apple of their eye. Everyone adored sweet Baby Henry! As the eldest, his father taught him the craft of carpentry, but music was in his soul. Henry was a creative talent, who wrote his first song, “Heaven Knows I Love You,” at the age of 12. During his early years, Henry formed many singing groups. One group in particular had a television appearance on the popular 70’s TV show, “The Mr. C Show,” which premiered on Friday nights. His family, friends, and especially his younger siblings were very proud to watch him on TV and boast to their friends that their brother was a celebrity. He wrote and recorded numerous songs with his quartet singing group, “The Anointed Disciples;” the first CD was entitled “Jesus is Calling.” He was ordained as a Deacon at Greater Mount Moriah Baptist Church, and a current member of St. Paul’s Baptist Church. “Red” was our celebrity! To know him was to love him. His melodious voice was not the only thing on display. He made his presence known with his stylish dress, his hat and shoe collection, his red hair, and let’s not forget his signature processed waves that were fried, dyed, and laid to the side (Everyone knew not to touch his hair)! Henry was educated in the Richmond Public School system and attended Navy Hill Elementary, George Mason Junior High, and Armstrong High School. He then moved to New York to live with his beloved Uncle Calvin. While there, he attended seminary. He later returned home to Richmond, where he married his first wife, Alice Virginia “Doll” McLauren. They were the proud parents of three sons, and their father gave them all nicknames: Timmy, Tony, and Moose. His sons were his heart. Henry was a dedicated employee of The City of Richmond for more than 35 years. After his retirement, he enjoyed traveling with his second wife of 42 years, Barbara “Margie” McLauren, hosting cookouts, having family and friends together, spoiling his cats and his dog, Precious, and keeping a watchful eye on the neighborhood. He enjoyed playing and coaching football and baseball, and was a fan of all sports, but there was a special place in his heart for The Dallas Cowboys. Grandpa Henry especially loved attending his great grandsons’ football and basketball games. His voice echoed throughout the crowd. Henry received his Heavenly wings on July 27, 2022. He was preceded in death by his second wife, Barbara “Margie” McLauren; his first wife, Alice Virginia “Doll” McLauren; one sister, Eunice Lee McLauren; four brothers, infant McLauren, Ivan Wilson “Butch”, William Calvin “Bill”, and James Allen. He leaves to cherish his memories three sons: Timothy Lee (Demetra), Anthony Wesley McLauren (Marvis), and Henry Wesley McLauren (Deaette); five grandchildren, Quintasha McLauren, Lashawnda Broaddus “Shae” (Jermaine), Anthony McLauren, Jr. (Latarzja), and Antonio McLauren, Timothy “TJ” McLauren; eight great-grandchildren, Keishonna Johnson, Jermaine Broaddus, Jai’den Broaddus, Quinshawn McLauren, Antoine McLauren, Antonio McLauren, Marlazja Allen and Demontay Richards; four sisters, Yvonne Bailey, Conjetta Briggs, Patricia Campbell, (Lawrence) and Jacqueline McLauren; devoted nephew, Olando Bailey; close cousin, Richard Adams; and a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. He was a loving and devoted father, grandfather, uncle, cousin, neighbor, and friend.

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Henry Wesley McLauren, III

January 14, 1942 - July 27, 2022