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Timothy McLaughlin Obituary
Born October 27, 1964, in Norwich, he was the son of the late Hugh F. McLaughlin Jr. and Dorris (DesPres) McLaughlin. Mr. McLaughlin spent his childhood years in Jewett City amongst his many friends, cousins, and siblings. He later lived in Westerly, Mystic and Uncasville.
Timothy began his education at the Mystic Oral School for the Deaf, transferring to Griswold Elementary School in the sixth grade. He graduated from Griswold High School in 1984, where he earned a varsity letter in cross country. As a child, Tim was active in the Jewett City Cub Scouts, Pack 20, and the Jewett City Little League. He was very involved in the Rhode Island and Connecticut deaf communities, and a member of the Hartford Chapter of ASL. He held a longtime interest in NASCAR, traveling extensively to racetracks around New England and the east coast. Tim was an avid fan of the UConn men's and women's basketball teams.
Mr. McLaughlin began his career as a printer with Mini News. He was recently employed by General Dynamics, Electric Boat Division, in Groton.
He is survived by his son, Timothy (TJ) McLaughlin Jr. of Westerly; sisters, Deirdre (Mark) Mercier of Nashville and Mary Ellen McLaughlin (Ed Peterson) of East Haddam; brothers, Hugh of Putnam and Daniel of Moosup; and aunt, Mary (Mim) Miller of Lisbon.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 8, at St. Mary's Church, 34 N. Main St., Jewett City. Interment will follow in St. Mary's Cemetery, Rt. 12, Lisbon.
In lieu of flowers, donations to his son's college fund can be made to Timothy McLaughlin Jr., 43 Beach St. #1R, Westerly, RI 02891.
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Barbara Keenan
May 24, 2023
Another year gone by and Tim's name has been mentioned over and over when talking with my daughter Brenda Keenan Catania. Timmy will never be forgotten as he was such a big part of Brenda's life over the years. My sons met up with Tim at the car races that he loved each time they went to a race. Tim was part of our lives and always will be. Sleep well Timmy we all still think of you. Never forgotten.
Donald Chapman
May 24, 2020
I knew Timothy for years, we started at the school in Mystic Oral School where we became friends than we worked at EB where we meet every break time for coffee miss does time with him but missed a good friend ! prays and thoughts are with the family , he is missed
Donald Chapman ,Jr
May 29, 2018
I enjoyed working with Tim , all the years at EB we all always had our coffee breaks before and after our lunch breaks, but most I enjoyed our friendship the day we met at the old Mystic Oral School he'll be missed I'm glad to call him a good friend ! R.I.P Tim till we met again
July 16, 2017
Timmy taught me how to juggle...knew him my entire life..funny and full of life...he will be remembered as "one of the good ones" for sure.
-Jay Elnicki
July 8, 2017
Dear McLaughlin Family, Illness keeps me from attending Tim's funeral today but I want to express my sorrow for your loss again. Yes he was one of my former students but more than that he was one of my friends. I will miss his wit and caring concern for his family and friends. God bless this gentle soul. Love to all,Norman C. Gileau
July 6, 2017
Tj, and McLaughlin family, we are sorry for loss of Tim. I first met him, he was 3 years old when his dad drove me to m.o.s. he always been funny and fun person that make people laugh all his life. My condolence to McLaughlin family. J.S.T.
Barbara Sears
June 24, 2017
TJ and the family,
I am very sorry for your loss dad and your brother. He is in rest in peace and will missed him. I've known him very well and he was soo funny and enjoying with him at social, party, etc., God bless him and your family.
Karen McLaughlin
June 24, 2017
TJ and the family,
May the constant love caring of best friend, friendship and family, soften your sad and cherished memories bring you moments of comfort may lasting peace your frieving heart. LOVE YOU XO
Jeffrey Wheeler
June 24, 2017
Tim and the Mclaughlin Family,
I am incredibly sad over your loss and extend my deepest sympathies. My prayer is with you and the family. I will miss him and his wonderful smile. He's working a deal right now upstairs and GOD is probably laughing along with him.
Vincent Lagrotteria
June 15, 2017
Tim,
You will always be in our heart. We have had so much fun over the years. Rest well, Tim.
Vincent and Lisa Lagrotteria
Barbara Keenan
June 3, 2017
Tim never came into anyone's life that does not remember him well. I am the mother of Brenda Catania and was involved with Timmy since they both started at the Oral School. And then they both rode together going to the School for the deaf in Hartford. He became almost a member of our family over the years. I will never forget Timmy. I did see him different times when I returned to CT from my home now. Sleep well Timmy.
Norman GILEAU
June 2, 2017
Dear Mclaughlin Family, Norma and I share your grief. In my mind Tim was the epitome of the ultimate friend.God blessed him with an innate ability to sense your mood and then say something to make you smile if you needed it.His wit was so sharp. On occasion he would "zing" me and I didn't realize it until 10 min later. We are all blessed for having Tim in our lives. Our love to all,Norma and Norm
June 2, 2017
Tim worked with us one summer at JC Electric,he had a great personality and was quite a character,he always had a smile on his face and was a pleasure to work with even taught me how to juggle as he was quite good at itMy sympathy to the rest of his family.God bless Tim.
Stan Kobelski Jewett City
Cheryl Gaffney
June 1, 2017
My deepest sympathy to you Tim's Family, he is very Good Man have very good heart to ppl... made all of us laugh with his sense of Humor! Sorely Miss him so much! Never forgotten you with good memories good times in Boston Big time! Love you Timothy ❤
Carola Salls
May 31, 2017
He is wonderful man he is very humor..I miss him too much he always make smile.. i m sorry loss
Carola salls
Donald P Chapman, Jr
May 31, 2017
To the Mclaughlin family, sorry for your loss,I knew Timmy from Mystic school for the deaf and worked with him at EB we always had our coffee breaks together, He was a wonderful person ,but mostly I glad to call a friend, He'll be missed prayers and thought for the family
wayne smith
May 31, 2017
dee and maryand family so sorry to hear about tims passing
Joanne Cassano
May 31, 2017
Deepest Sympathy to you AllGood Guy Always Sense of Humor and Jokes Memories Always with Us All. Will Be Missed Too Soon & Fly High & Party Hrad Up There. We'll See You Again.
Christy Taylor
May 30, 2017
I am sorry of your loss of your father. I will miss his beautiful smile and laughter.I have known your father in my childhood days at mystic oral school and some mystic oral school reunions
Janeen Wilson
May 30, 2017
He is now a guardian angel watching over all his loved ones. My condolences.
Daniel Mucci
May 30, 2017
He always made me smile no matter the situation or circumstances.....a great man who will be missed by so many. Love ya Tim.....
Jean Gileau Marttila
May 30, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss. I will remember Timmy always with a smile on his face. Our Dads worked together for many years at Griswold High and we shared some good times. We talked with him last year at a softball game and took a great pic of him & my Dad. He is a truly good soul and I know he will be missed. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you.
Anita Narciso-Throwe
May 30, 2017
Dear Tim, Jr.
My deepest sympathy to you and your family on the loss of your Dad. May your fond memories of times shared with him sustain you in the days ahead.
Rosemarie (Avellino) Mauser
May 30, 2017
I knew Tim for long time due to former living in CT. He was a lot sense of humor and such great man. Sorry for the loss.
Bruce Bucci
May 30, 2017
He is a great guy with warm heart. He is our new angels and his spirits will be with you and your family.
Our condolences with you.
Love Bucci family
Anabel Montalbano
May 30, 2017
We are so sorry for the loss of your father, Tim. May he rest in peace and may you hold the memories you shared together always close to your heart. We love you...Anabel, Randy, Cam and Uncle Robert.
Starlene (Jacobik) ONeal
May 30, 2017
I only knew Tim from the hallways at Griswold High. He always seemed to have a Big Beautiful Smile on his face. I feel he is smiling down at all of us now. My Heart & Thoughts are with all of Tims family....
Linda Mercier
May 29, 2017
Eternal rest, grant unto him, O Lord
and let perpetual light shine upon him.
May he rest in peace. Amen.
May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.+
Bill and Linda Mercier
May 29, 2017
Dee and family,
Bill and I send our condolences to your and your family during a most difficult time. I remember when Timmy was a little boy and it seems hard to believe the years have flown by and we are at this place and time. I am thankful he is at peace and no longer suffering from pain and illness anymore. I am sorry that you and your family are left behind to deal with the pain and grief of loss. We are here for you. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as you deal with this in the days ahead. St. Jude... pray for us. Our Lady of Perpetual Help... pray for us. Amen+
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