Jenny M. McLaughlin, 89, of Newport, RI, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2021, surrounded by her family and the wonderful caring staff of Newport Hospital. Joan was born in Seekonk, MA, to the late John and Mary (Viera) Ortiz. She was the wife of the late Maynard (Slim) McLaughlin. Jenny was a beautiful person, inside and out. She graduated from the Newport School of Nursing and quickly went to work in the birthing center at the Newport Hospital, where … Continue reading RIP Joan M. McLaughlin