Thomas “Tom” Edwin McLaughlin, passed away on Monday, August 23, 2021 at Lambton Meadowview Villa, in Petrolia, at the age of 81.
Tom was born in Courtright and was the son of the late Lloyd and Marion (Saunders) McLaughlin.
Beloved husband for 60 years of Elizabeth “Ann” (Moran) McLaughlin.
Loving father of Jeffrey (Gail) McLaughlin, Julie (Brad) Boyd , Suellen (the late Gerry) Lobb and predeceased by his infant daughter Lesa.
Sadly missed by his grandchildren, Jace (Bryana), Tory (Jenna) McLaughlin, Leanna (Daniel) Whyte, Logan (Randi) Boyd, Jordan Lobb, great grandchildren Cade and Mackenzie and his many nieces and nephews.
Kind brother of Stella (the late Roy) Sheffer. Brother in law to Rose Biessel, Judy, Lorraine and Noreen Moran. Predeceased by brother in laws Ed, Jim, Gale, George, Kenny Moran and Frank Biessel and sister in laws Ellen and Gail Moran.
Tom retired from Polysar, Sarnia after 32 years. Following retirement Tom worked with the Lambton Seniors Association and for Watson Timber Mart. He also volunteered his time to his local parish community.
Tom had a strong love of friends and family, dancing with Ann and old time country music. He enjoyed his daily walks and watching all the boats and cars go by from his front porch on the Parkway. Tom was a handyman extraordinaire, never a project too big or too small. Truly a kind and gentle soul who was always quick with a smile, a hello and a tip of the ball cap to most anyone he met.
Following his wishes, cremation will take place.
Family and friends will be received at the Eric F. Nicholls Funeral Home Ltd. 639 Elgin St., Wallaceburg, on Sunday, August 29, 2021 from 2-4 p.m. The Funeral Service will be held in the Chapel of the funeral home on Monday, August 30, 2021 at 2 p.m.
A private family interment in Sacred Heart Cemetery in Port Lambton.
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As an expression of sympathy, donations to the Alzheimer’s Society or Sacred Heart Cemetery may be left at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be left at www.ericfnichollsfuneralhome.com.
