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John McLaughlin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 13, 2002.

McLAUGHLIN, JOHN DOUGLAS Medical Doctor, 60 of Aurora died October 11, 2002. He is survived by Ruth, his wife of 39 years; children Kathleen Ann McLaughlin, and Doctor John McLaughlin II and wife Ronette; grandchildren Heidi, John D. III, Allyson M.; mother Ruth M.; in-laws Robert J. Sr. and Myrtle M. Simms; brothers the Reverend Loyd F. McLaughlin, Jr., Reverend Terrence A. McLaughlin; sister Carole Ann Hayes; three brother-in-laws; four sister-in-laws; nine nephews; seven nieces; 17 great nieces and nephews. Doctor McLaughlin was an avid outdoorsman and traveled widely. He servied with the Sixth and Eighth Air Borne from 1969-1972, served at the Fort Sam Houston Burn Center, Womack Army Hospital, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Fort Benning, Georgia, Fort Gulick and Fort Sherman both in the Panama Canal Zone. His medical education was at the University of Oklahoma Medical School, internship at Presbyterian/St. Luke's Hospital, and was an undergraduate at Southern Nazarene University. He has practiced in Aurora since February 1972. Dr. John is a senior member of a medical practice shared by his son John D. McLaughlin II. He has been a member of the Aurora Church of the Nazarene for 30 years. Service to be held Thursday, October 17, 10 a.m. at the First Assembly of God Church, 11001 E. Alameda Ave., Aurora. Burial to follow at Hampden Memorial Gardens.

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October 31, 2002

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October 24, 2002

Bill and Shirley Davis posted to the memorial.

October 24, 2002

Debra Ezit posted to the memorial.

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Shelley Rabern

October 31, 2002

Dr. John has been a part of my life for 22 years and the only doctor my children have known. He was always reassuring and caring and took the time to listen. My heart goes out to the family and I share in your loss. Dr John was a wonderful man and will be missed but he left behind a legacy and wonderful memories.

Bill and Shirley Davis

October 24, 2002

We were so sorry to hear about Dr.Mac/HE WILL BE MISSED.GOD BLESS

Debra Ezit

October 24, 2002

Dr. Mac was the kindest, gentlest man I have ever know. He held my hand through some very hard times and I always knew he would be there for me and mine. As much as I'll miss him I can only imagine the loss that is felt by his family.

May the Lord guide and comfort each of you during your time of grief.

God Bless,

Debra Ezit

Nancy O'Meara-Worst

October 22, 2002

My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this time of sorrow. Dr. Mac was my (Nancy) doctor since I was a little girl; I'm now in my 40s. He treated my children, ages 4 and 1, and he will be missed. He was a very compassionate man.

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Michael Lipsey

October 18, 2002

Dr Mac has been our family physician for over 20 years. He delivered my youngest son almost 18 years ago. Whenever an urgent need arose, he would always find time to see us. His unique sense of humor eased tensions during examinations. Through countless ear infections and cases of strep, he would tell us, "I can write a ten day prescription for some antibiotics... or give him a fast acting shot". With the threat of the dreaded needle, they never missed taking the pills.

The McLaughlin family and friends are in our thoughts during this sad time. We will miss him. He was a good man.

The Lipsey family -

Michael, Debra, Jeremy, and Sean

Cynthia Dafler, MD

October 16, 2002

Dr. McLaughlin was the greatest healer I ever met. With a touch of his hand, or a kindly smile, he made my fears vanish. He treated me for many years, and several members of my family, and a number of friends. No other doctor ever measured up to him. He was a mentor and friend while I was in medical school, and his son is a cherished friend and colleague. The world is a better place for having had him in it. Dr. M., you are so loved and missed!

Donna Phillipe

October 16, 2002

Dr. Mac was a giant among men and will be sorely missed by those who had the priviledge of calling him their physician and friend. His loss is deeply felt by all who knew him.

What a day for Heaven when he entered there.

My condolences to the McLaughlin family.

Judi Murphy (Mach)

October 15, 2002

Dr. Mac saw me for the first time when I was in 9th grade for a school physical. I was a patient for so many years that I saw his son grow up and begin practicing with him. They both have seen me through some major illnesses in my life and I will be eternally greatful to them both. I will always measure every other doctor I have in my life to the standards that Dr.Mac had. They will be hard to top. Your entire family is in our prayers. May God comfort you at this time.

Shirley Zunich

October 15, 2002

Our sympathies are with your family. Dr. Mac helped Dr. Penn deliver my twins, Krista and David, in February 1969 so we have known him so many years. I always trusted his guidance with the raising of my children, his expertise in treating their illnesses and enjoyed his humor. We will miss him so very much.

Shirley Zunich, Shae (Zunich) Bearden, David Zunich, Krista (Zunich) Howard.

Elaine & Tom Hanak-Hall

October 15, 2002

Our condolences to Dr. McLaughlin's family. Dr. McLaughlin was my (Elaine's) doctor for about 29 years. Through the years, through several serious illnesses, Dr. McLaughlin showed his dedication and his concern and his love for his patients and the medical profession. He was a kind, sympathetic, and honest man as well as a competant doctor. We will miss him.

Randy,Lisa, Kasey & Jared Martin

October 14, 2002

His gentle touch, and his kind and warming greetings will be remembered and cherished forever. We all loved hearing his stories of the great outdoor trips with his son Doug. He made us forget the reason we were at his office to see him. Our Prayers and thoughts are with his wonderful family. May the Lord ease your sorrow and his memories bring you many joys in the days ahead. Randy,Lisa,Kasey and Jared Martin

Mary Burgess

October 13, 2002

Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Dr. McLaughlin was a wonderful Dr. and friend. He will be greatly missed.

Alice Daly

October 13, 2002

To the family of Dr. John Senior, We are keeping you in our prayers. We all have a physician in Heaven watching over us now. Thank you for sharing him with us. We have lovely memories. God bless you.

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