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Robert McLaughlin Obituary

Robert John McLaughlin

AGE: 59 • Wilmington

Robert John McLaughlin passed away, at his home, on Monday, February 6, 2017.

He was born in Philadelphia, PA to the late Alice (Dougherty) and William Jankowicz. He was involved in the PAL Drum & Bugle Corp in Philadelphia, where he first met his current wife. Robert graduated from Father Judge HS in 1975. He proudly served his country in the US Navy during the Viet Nam War. He was the Promotions Director at various radio stations including WMMR in Philadelphia. Robert later worked in operations at Bally's Atlantic City until his disability caused him to retire.

He is survived by his wife of 8 years, Patricia A. (Zavislak); 2 children, Daniel and Christopher, both of Philadelphia; 1 brother, William Green of El Cajon, CA and numerous members of his extended family.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the VA Medical Center, (memo: Robert McLaughlin) 1601 Kirkwood Hwy, Wilmington, DE 19805.

A funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 11, at 12 noon, at McCrery & Harra Funeral Homes, 3924 Concord Pike, Wilmington, where friends may call after 10 am.

A burial with military honors, will be held at the Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Rd., Bear, DE 19701, on Monday, February 20, at 1pm. For the convenience of the family, please have acknowledge if you will be attending the burial when you arrive for the funeral service on Saturday.

For online condolences visit: www.mccreryandharra.com

Published by The News Journal from Feb. 8 to Feb. 10, 2017.
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R.I.P. Mac, I'll miss you on this earth. Rest in eternal life.

BRUCE WOERLE

February 12, 2017

My condolences. Made the thoughts at Hosea 13:14, where God promises to reverse deaths effects, bring a measure of comfort during this difficult time.

February 9, 2017

Patty and family, I am very sorry for your loss!

Chalie Bennett

February 8, 2017

rip my old friend had a blast hanging out with you we went through grade school, h.s. and pal drum and bugle corp.
glad we were able to hook up by phone and fb the last 5 years.

mark curcio

February 8, 2017

To the McLaughlin Family.

I am sorry to hear of Bob's passing...we grew up in the same neighborhood and schools...We had some great times and mischief we lived through!! Bob was a great friend to know and i am lucky to have be a part of his life in our early years. I hope you find comfort in all the great memories of Bob's life. May Bob be at peace in the happiness of Heaven.

Jim Sunderland

February 8, 2017

Losing a loved one is never easy, even unbearable at times. May you pour out your grieving hearts in prayer to our loving Heavenly Father and God promises to hear your cries.
(Psalms 61:1,2)

February 8, 2017

Rip Mac You will be missed but the pain and suffering is gone. Keep a watch over my Aunt and tell my mom we all love her❤

Susan Shawcross

February 8, 2017

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10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

McCrery & Harra Funeral Home and Crematory - Concord Pike

3924 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803

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11

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12:00 p.m.

McCrery & Harra Funeral Home and Crematory - Concord Pike

3924 Concord Pike, Wilmington, DE 19803

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20

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Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery

2465 Chesapeake City Rd., Bear, DE

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