Gerald Otto McLaughlin

Gerald Otto McLaughlin obituary

Gerald Otto McLaughlin

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Gerald McLaughlin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Coats Funeral Home - Waterford on Aug. 21, 2025.

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McLAUGHLIN, GERALD O. of Waterford, passed away August 19, 2025 at 86 years of age. Loving husband of Patricia for 49 years; dear father of the late Jerry McLaughlin, Edna McWilliams, Brian McLaughlin; step father of Warren Walker, Jr., Ramona (Alan) Spencer, Carl (Cynthia) Walker, Keith Walker, Kevin Walker, and the late Melvin Walker; grandfather of Jerry, Jr., Breanne, Ian, Heather, Stacey, Aaron, Ashley, Angela, Anthony, and Destiny; great grandfather of 15; brother of Linda Reinhardt, Karen Feldman, and twin of the late Gordon McLaughlin. Jerry retired from Grand Trunk Railway in 2000 after 40 years of service. He was a hardworking man taking care of his family. In his off time he enjoyed simple relaxation, country music; sports; and watching television with a coke. We will all miss his bright and witty sense of humor.Funeral service will be held Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 2 PM at COATS FUNERAL HOME-WATERFORD. Family will receive friends Friday 4-8 PM. To post a tribute, visit www.CoatsFuneralHome.com.

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Upcoming Events

Aug

29

Visitation

4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Coats Funeral Home

3141 Sashabaw Road, Waterford, MI 48329

Send Flowers

Aug

30

Funeral service

2:00 p.m.

Coats Funeral Home

3141 Sashabaw Road, Waterford, MI 48329

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Coats Funeral Home - Waterford