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Wednesday
22
December
Visitation
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Brenan's Paradise Row Funeral Home
111 Paradise Row
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Wednesday
22
December
Visitation
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Brenan's Paradise Row Funeral Home
111 Paradise Row
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
Thursday
23
December
Mass of Christian Burial
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Thursday, December 23, 2021
Holy Redeemer Parish
316 Somerset Street
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
(506) 653-6830
Interment
St. Joseph's Cemetery
327 Westmorland Road
Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada
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Stephen Tucker posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 28, 2021
John was always such a great guy with everyone at the Pulp Mill. He cared about people and family. So sorry Joe and family for your loss. I'm sure you'll have such wonderful memories of a great Dad.
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Cindy Wilcox posted a condolence
Saturday, December 25, 2021
I remember John (and of course, Rita) both from my childhood years and most recently seeing and chatting with him at Paul L’s funeral in 2014. I always thought of John as a very nice man with a very large family. I hope his later years were good ones, getting to know his grand and great-grand children - and they him.
Regards to the entire family.
Cindy Wilcox (of Eddy and Isabelle Wilcox),
Toronto, Ontario
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Dawn Howe posted a condolence
Thursday, December 23, 2021
Dear Ann Marie and family ,
My deepest condolances on the loss of your dad. I remember seeing both your Mom and Dad at St Joes, giving and volunteering so much of their time.
Dawn Howe
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Jackie belyea posted a condolence
Thursday, December 23, 2021
Dear Ann Marie and family
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I remember him and your mother fondly from St Joes. Thoughts and prayers to you. Sincerely Jackie Belyea
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Father Doug posted a condolence
Thursday, December 23, 2021
To John's Family:
Due to a Covid exposure, it is with sadness that I am not able to be present today at John's Mass of Christian Burial. I will be offering a Mass for the repose of his soul.
Great memories of a great man. How we enjoyed being together at the Sunday 9:00 am Mass and then being together in the "counting" room, enjoying the company of Jeanne and Paul. It was always a good time and I always enjoyed teasing John when he asked what the "final" amount was on the bank book. I always made him wait for my response and he would have that signature laugh.
He was a dedicated St. Pius X parishioner. May John, rest in eternal peace, as he is reunited with Rita.
Fr. Doug
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Thursday, December 23, 2021
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John gave so much of himself to his family and his community. We were blessed to have him volunteer with us for so many years. His dedication and contributions will not be forgotten. We are forever grateful that Sr. Margaret recruited him to help out with the Canducky Derby. Both John and Rita gave so much of themselves. Their dedication continues to inspire us. John was a wonderful family man who was greatly loved. You are lucky to be a part of his legacy. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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Claudette London posted a condolence
Thursday, December 23, 2021
John was one in a million. He was so proud of Rita and his children. I had the pleasure of being able to work with him for many years at the mill. You could never have met a man more dedicated to his job. John, you are missed by so many people. May your children take comfort in knowing what a great person you were to all. RIP
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John and Mary Lee McMillan posted a condolence
Thursday, December 23, 2021
Just a great friend to everyone he met. Worked at IRVING PULP & PAPER WITH John and he always reminded me, that he was John #1. There was never a doubt, he was admired by all, and will be missed many. Our thoughts and prayers to the McLaughlin Family during this difficult time…John McMillan
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Nancy Russell posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Our loss of a wonderful man is heaven’s gain. My condolences to you Joe and your family.
Nancy Russell
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Michael Murphy posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Bob, Janet and the McLaughlin family.
So Sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that your Dad and the rest of the family are in our prayers.
Condolences. Mike and Debbie Murphy
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Mary Ellen Campbell posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
To the McLaughlin Family,
I am sad to hear of John's passing. I had the pleasure to work with him for many years at St. Joseph's Hospital Foundation. We had great chats (or arguments) in the morning discussing his Bruins game especially when they would play my Montreal Canadians. We both loved the Jays so all was good there. I enjoyed his stories of the Mill, Church and his visits to Comeau's. I got to know all about his family, how many kids he and Rita had, what year they were born - he had a great memory of dates and numbers! He loved his family very much, that I know. He was a true inspiration ~ a great volunteer who assisted us for more than 24 years. Well at 97 years of age John, you've had a great run. Now reunited with your only love, Rita. Rest easy my friend.
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Paula Weiss posted a condolence
Wednesday, December 22, 2021
Ann Marie, John and the McLaughlin family
I’m so sorry for the loss of your dad, especially so close to Christmas. What welcoming parents Rita & John were to the assortment of sometimes, a dozen friends who would invade the basement, carefully stepping over the dog.
No one was ever turned away. Everyone was greeted kindly.
They both led by example with their kindness & charitable work, which your dad continued after Rita’s passing.
A life well lived.
Bless you all.
Paula Weiss
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Joyce LeGassie posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
It is with sadness that we heard of John’s passing. Dad really enjoyed having John as his cross the hall neighbour at Ridgewood. He would always let you know when the night lunch cart was coming. When dad moved in with us, he would always share great stories of John. He was a lovely man. May you remember the pleasure he gave people who interacted with him. May he Rest In Peace. Joyce & Gerry LeGassie and Bud Walsh.
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Olivia Beland posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
To the McLaughlin family
My thoughts and prayers are with you. My deepest condolences for your loss.
Love Olivia, Tim, Owen and Elena
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Chris Cavanaugh posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Dear family. I was so sad to hear of John's passing. I have fond memories of uncle John and aunt Rita while growing up. You will miss him dearly. My deepest condolences.
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Andrea Lowney posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
What a life you have to celebrate ! It’s been quite a journey. He was a Giant of a man. Deepest condolences ❤️
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Tuesday, December 21, 2021
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Lisa Worden posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
To the McLaughlin Family.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. I will remember your Dad fondly. He was a sweet and kind Gentleman.
Mr. McLaughlin and my father attended church together for many years. They would get up in the wee hours of the morning to attend mass during the week.
After Sunday mass, we would head off to MacDonald to have our breakfast and discuss either baseball or hockey depending on the time of the year. He will be missed.
Lisa Worden
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Paula Dort Walker posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Teresa, So sorry for your loss. I know you will miss him dearly.
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Lorene Crilley posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
A member of our family tree has gone.
Our relationship as cousins keeps us rooted together.
So sorry for your loss.
Fr Lorene Crilley and the Cavanaugh family
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Terry O'Neill posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Dear John and Family,
My condolences on the loss of your Dad. I remember him well from my St. Pius days as he was a respected pillar of that community and several others. It sounds like he had a life well lived, was very loved and he will be missed by many people.
Sincerely,
Terry O'Neill
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Winston Adair posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
My condolences to Joe and the McLaughlin family on the passing of John. John was a great man well liked by everyone who knew him. God bless him.
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Anne McIntyre posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Teresa and family.
My deepest condolences on the passing of your Dad. He was always such a happy man any time I saw him over the many years we've been schoolmates and friends. Keeping you all in my prayers as you make this final journey with him.
Anne (Butler) McIntyre
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Eileen Hannah and family posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
Very sorry for your loss. Our condolences to you all.
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Jeff Macdonald posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
My condolences to Joe and the McLaughlin family during this difficult time. My prayers are with you all.
Jeff Macdonald
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Rick CHilds posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
My Condolences to Joe and the family on Your Dad's passing.
He was well.respected by all!
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Kenneth J Innis posted a condolence
Tuesday, December 21, 2021
My deepest condolances to all the family...John will be missed by all who knew him.He has gone to a better place.May he rest in peace....Ken Innis
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Wendy Steele posted a condolence
Monday, December 20, 2021
Ann Marie, Joel and McLaughlin family, my sincere sympathies on the loss of John. He definitely set a wonderful example for his family as he worked hard and supported his family and community. Praying for God's comfort during this sad time.
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Samira Sayeh posted a condolence
Monday, December 20, 2021
I am so very sorry for the loss of your Dad. I sincerely hope that you can find comfort in knowing that John Robert McLaughlin is at peace now. He has a heavenly body free from aches and pains, free from all that takes its toll on the human body.
You have my deepest sympathy. And may his memory be internal
Samira Sayeh
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Monday, December 20, 2021
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2010 at TD Gardens playing Buffalo.We won of course!
Photo taken by Ann and in photo Dad, Teresa and brother Mike.
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Hyla Davenport posted a condolence
Monday, December 20, 2021
So sorry to read of your dad's passing Ann Marie and family. Thinking of you at this difficult time.
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Monday, December 20, 2021
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