Richard "Mac" McLaughlin

GIRARD - Richard "Mac" McLaughlin died unexpectedly at home on August 23, 2025, of a heart attack. He was born April 9, 1963, in Washington, D.C., to parents Dick and Betty McLaughlin, and was raised in Youngstown, Ohio. Mac graduated from Ursuline High School in 1981 and joined the Marine Corps. He proudly served for eight years-an experience he cherished deeply and spoke of often. His time in the Marines remained one of the proudest chapters of his life. After leaving the Marines, he married Tina Malguy. Together they lived in Paris, France, for 18 years and raised their three children: Nastasia, Killian, and Savannah-Jane. Mac worked for Microsoft as an IT developer, where one of his most memorable projects was helping launch Disneyland Paris. His career afforded him the opportunity to travel the world-something he embraced fully-visiting an incredible 83 countries throughout his lifetime. After retiring, he returned to Youngstown, where he devoted his time to giving back to the community. He became a full-time volunteer at Oak Hill Collaborative under the guidance of his cousin, Pat Kerrigan. His commitment to service never wavered, and he found great purpose in helping others. Mac leaves behind his mother, Betty McLaughlin; brother, Chris McLaughlin (Gina); sisters, Kelly McLaughlin (Raymond Towler) and Molly Burdette (Jamie); his children, Nastasia, Killian, and Savannah-Jane; nieces and nephews; great-nieces and nephews; and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his father, Dick McLaughlin. Those who knew him will remember his quick wit, generous spirit, and unwavering curiosity. True to his nature, his business card simply read: "Mac McLaughlin, He fixes stuff and knows things." It perfectly captured his resourcefulness, intelligence, and sense of humor. In lieu of flowers, the family asks for an monetary donations to be made to Oak Hill Collaborative, 507 Oak Hill Ave, Youngstown OH 44502. The family will receive relatives and friends Friday, August 29, 2025 at The McCauley Funeral Home from 2 to 3 pm followed immediately by a celebration by Deacon Sylvester Frazzini. Please send thoughts and condolences to the funeral home website www.mccauleyfuneral.com The McCauley Funeral Home privileged to serve the valley for more than 123 years. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Richard "Mac" McLaughlin, please visit our floral store.