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John Maclaughlin Obituary
Born in Rome, NY, a son of the late James F. and the late Eleanor R. (Boothroyd) Maclaughlin, he resided in Fall River for over 50 years. He was a graduate of Oriskany Central, Class of 1937, attended Colgate University and received his DMD from Tufts University in Boston in 1952.
Dr. Maclaughlin was a Pediatric Dentist for over 40 years, retiring in 1992. A United States Navy Veteran, he served as a pharmacy corpsman during World War II. He was a member of the American Dental Assn., past president of the Fall River Dental Society, a Fellow in the American Academy of Pedodontics, Chairman of the Fall River Board of Health, past president of the Fall River Deaconess Home and the Fall River Rotary. He was also an associate Clinical Professor at Tufts Dental for 16 years and advisor to BCC Dental Hygiene Program and Diman Dental Assisting Program
He loved to ski and spend time at his cabana at Briggs Beach in Little Compton.
He is survived by son: Glen S. Maclaughlin and his companion Terri Lima of Prudence Island, RI, daughters: Janet A. Maclaughlin and her partner Laurie Martel of Enfield, NH, Bonnie J. Heap and her husband Brian of Somerset, MA, brothers: James F. Maclaughlin of Rome, NY, Alan R. Maclaughlin of St. Augustine, FL, grandson Christopher Jewell and his wife Elizabeth of Somerset and great grandson Jack Jewell. He was brother of the late Ruth Hemming and Stanley Maclaughlin, several loving nieces and nephews.
A Requiem Eucharist Service will be held Tuesday, Oct. 2, 2007 at 9:30 AM in Church of Ascension, 160 Rock St., Fall River. Visiting hours Monday 3-7 PM in WARING-SULLIVAN HOME OF MEMORIAL TRIBUTE AT CHERRY PLACE, 178 Winter St., Fall River.
Memorial contributions may be made to Kidney Transplant & Dialysis Assn. Inc., P.O. Box 51362 GMF, Boston, MA 02205-1362. Burial in Oak Grove Cemetery. Directions, tributes, www.waring-sullivan.com
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Memories and Condolences
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4 Entries
Barb Schram
October 2, 2007
Bonnie, Glen & Janet.
I will always be grateful that I was able to "reconnect" with my Aunt and Uncle even for the short time we had. I admire your father for everything he did for your mother. He was always a true gentleman and I'll miss my annual trip to see him. He boosted my ego like on one could. I never knew how "wonderful" I was until I visited him. He would worry about how well he was playing tour guide for his great city. I will always remember that Mclaughlin laugh.
Bob Jewell
October 2, 2007
I had allot of great times with John from fishing off Jamestown to Manhattans at the cottage at Briggs Beach. He was a great father-n-law and a good friend. I'll miss him.
Bob
Allan & June Maclaughlin
October 2, 2007
I treasure the memories of my youngest brother.
We regret health issues prevent us from attending services for John.
Our sympathy to John's children.
Allan (Ike) & June Maclaughlin
St Augustine, FL
Terri Lima
September 30, 2007
Glen, Bonnie and Jan
I can't describe the pain I
feel for the lost of your Dad. I
definately can't begin to imagine
what all of you must feel at this
most difficult time. He was the
rock. He was the most dignified,
and honorable man I've ever
known, A True Gentlemen. We have
a lot of excellent memories that
we shared, and he taught me a lot
of history about himself your
mom, the family and the country. I
will truley miss him everyday as I
know all of you will too. He was
very sincere, the most generous
and a lot of fun to spend time
together. He gave more of himself
than anyone I've ever known. He
will be cherished and loved
forever.
Love, Terri & Family
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