Celebrating the life of
Joseph Bernard McLaughlin
March 16, 1924 - January 28, 2014
Joseph Bernard McLaughlin, 89, died peacefully on January 28, 2014 in Savannah, Georgia, surrounded by his wife and children. Joe, the son of Leo and Genevieve Ward McLaughlin, was born in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania on March 16, 1924 and was raised in Detroit, Michigan.
Joe served in the US Marines Corps during World War II and received a citation for meritorious performance during the battle of Iwo Jima. Upon discharge, Joe returned to Detroit where he attended the University of Detroit and began his career with US Plywood Corporation. With his wife, he raised his family in Livonia, Michigan before moving to Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 1970.
Joe is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years, Dolores; his children: Karen Wilson David, Michael McLaughlin Sherry, Jill Welling Paul; his grandchildren: Kevin Wilson, Meghan Diamon, Michael McLaughlin Jr., Callie McLaughlin, Patrick McLaughlin, Jared Day and Julia Welling; and his great granddaughters: Solara McLaughlin and Peyton McLaughlin.
Joe is preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Leo Ward, Gerard, Robert and Cecilia.
A private family Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. James Catholic Church, Savannah, Georgia.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests remembrances be made in his memory to:
Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund
825 College Blvd, Suite 102
PMB 609
Oceanside, CA 92057
We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of your Father. As you grieve, know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of your Dad. Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. Love, Ziggy, Kathy and Nicole
- Ziggy, Kathy and Nicole Fornalski, Pompano Beach, FL
While we share in your loss, we remember all those Sundays on the balcony watching the Air Show. We lost a true gentlemen!! Prayers & Hugs to you all. Deepest Sympathy. Love, Rosanne & Amanda
- Rosanne Robertelli & Amanda Kovacs, Pompano Beach, FL
With deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. May you be comforted by the words of Isaiah 25:8 'He will swallow up death forever. And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces.'
- Annie Thomas, Snellville, GA
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father, grandfather, husband and friend. I hope you are able to focus on all the years you were able to spend together more than the sense of loss you feel. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of grief.
- audrey stoffle, atlanta, GA
We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of your Father. As you grieve, know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of your Dad. Our hearts go out to you in this time of sorrow. Love, Ziggy, Kathy and Nicole
- Ziggy, Kathy and Nicole Fornalski, Pompano Beach, FL
While we share in your loss, we remember all those Sundays on the balcony watching the Air Show. We lost a true gentlemen!! Prayers & Hugs to you all. Deepest Sympathy. Love, Rosanne & Amanda
- Rosanne Robertelli & Amanda Kovacs, Pompano Beach, FL
With deepest sympathy to the family for the loss of your dear loved one. May you be comforted by the words of Isaiah 25:8 'He will swallow up death forever. And the Sovereign Lord Jehovah will wipe away the tears from all faces.'
- Annie Thomas, Snellville, GA
I'm so sorry to hear about the loss of your father, grandfather, husband and friend. I hope you are able to focus on all the years you were able to spend together more than the sense of loss you feel. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time of grief.
- audrey stoffle, atlanta, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
