Emmalou Stanford McGlaughlin

BALDWIN, FL – Emmalou Stanford McGlaughlin, 77, passed away on November 25, 2025, in Baldwin, Florida, after a prolonged illness. She was born on February 2, 1948, in Saratoga Springs, New York, to Harry August Stanford and Virginia Alyce (Brusie) Stanford.

 A graduate of Saratoga Springs High School, Class of 1965, Emmalou carried the spirit of her hometown with her throughout her life. She spent her early years in Saratoga Springs, later living in Connecticut and Goose Creek, South Carolina, before settling in Baldwin, Florida. A devoted homemaker, she found joy in creativity-especially through crafting.

 Emmalou is survived by her daughters Kelly Anne, Theresa, and Colleen, several grandchildren, her sister Claire Jean (Stanford) Waring of 26 Spa Drive, Saratoga Springs, NY, and Mary Nichols, daughter of Theodore “Ted” McGlaughlin. She was preceded in death by her sister Virginia “Fuzzy” Alyce (Stanford) McBride. 

Throughout her life, Emmalou shared many meaningful years with Theodore “Ted” McGlaughlin. The two first married in their younger years, later parted ways, and eventually reunited in a renewed chapter of companionship. Between those periods, she was married to the late Charles Tharp.

 In accordance with her wishes, Emmalou will be cremated with no formal services, and her family will quietly honor her memory, treasuring the warmth, creativity, and gentle joys she brought into the lives of those around her.”