James J. "Reggie" McLaughlin

James J. "Reggie" McLaughlin, Retired Woburn Fire Department, a lifelong resident of Woburn, passed away peacefully on September 28th, at the age of seventy-eight.

Born and raised in Woburn, He was the proud son of Joseph W. and Esther (Dowd) McLaughlin. He was a Woburn Memorial High School graduate, class of 1965.

Reggie proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Vietnam War from 1966 to 1970, where he was awarded three Purple Hearts for his courage and sacrifice. Following his service, he dedicated his career to the City of Woburn as a firefighter with the Woburn Fire Department from 1980 until his retirement in 1996.

Deeply committed to his community and fellow veterans, Reggie served as a past Commander of the Woburn Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW), dedicating himself to the support and recognition of those who have served. In addition, he was a long-standing and active member of the Irish American Club, where he fostered lasting friendships and celebrated his heritage with pride.

A hardworking, strong, and humble man, he was known for his independence, quiet strength, and devotion to his family. He loved spending time in York, Maine and had a special fondness for animals. He enjoyed golf and having spent many years working at the Woburn Country Club, where he was admired for his work ethic and warm presence.

Reggie will be deeply missed by all who knew him and will be remembered with love, respect, and gratitude.

Beloved father of Brian McLaughlin, his partner Jennifer Sharpe of Woburn, Kelly McLaughlin of Woburn and Shannon Bernier, her husband Ryan of Rowley. Dear brother of the late Joseph McLaughlin III and Sandra LeBlanc. Adored grandfather of Noah and Jade Bernier. Loving cousin of Anne Dowd, Ellen Miller, Bobby Dowd and their families.

A Funeral Service will be held in the Lynch-Cantillon Funeral Home, 263 Main Street, Woburn on Monday, October 6th, at 10 a.m. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to Calling hours in the Funeral Home from 9 – 10 a.m., PRIOR to the Service. Interment will be held in Woodbrook Cemetery, Veterans Lot. In lieu of flowers, remembrance may be made in Reggie's memory to the Purple Heart Foundation, P.O. Box 40, Annandale, BA 22033 Donate – Purple Heart Foundation