Elizabeth Ann McLaurin Cauthen, affectionately known as Penny, 64, of Rockingham, passed away Friday, Nov. 6, 2026 at PruittHealth-Rockingham.
She was born Nov. 4, 1962 in Charlotte, daughter of the late Bobby Daniel McLaurin and Connie May Henry McLaurin.
Penny grew up in the Locust, North Carolina, area and carried with her a warm and outgoing personality that made her a joy to be around. She was a kind-hearted woman who loved life and appreciated the beauty of God's creation. She especially enjoyed spending time in the mountains and by the ocean, finding peace and happiness in both.
Penny was a good Christian lady whose faith was an important part of her life. She will be remembered for her outgoing spirit, her faith, and the memories she leaves behind in the hearts of all who knew and loved her. She will be dearly missed.
Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by her brother, Bobby McLaurin, and sisters, Darlene McLaurin and Donna Crayton.
Penny is survived by her children, Bobbie Jo McLaurin and Andrew Cauthen; three grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; brothers, Dan Biles (Linda) and Wayne Biles; sisters, Audrey Biles and Diane Stidem; along with several nieces, nephews, and extended family.
A Celebration of Life service will be conducted on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2026 at 4 p.m. at Joy Free Will Baptist Church with Pastor Lloyd O. Grant Jr. officiating.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Harrington Funeral Home.
Harrington Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the Cauthen family. Online condolences may be made at harringtonfuneralhome.com.
