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Patrick McLaughlin Obituary

Patrick Michael McLaughlin, Jr., 17, of 1516 Pearces Rd., died Saturday. He was a native of Middlesex County, MA. Patrick was a member of Boy Scout Troop 524. He was ascended through Tiger, Cub, Wolf, Bear, Weeblo, and Boy Scout receiving his arrow of light and was within finishing his project for his Eagle Scout Badge. He worked for Prestige Photos, was a senior at East Wake High School and a member of the Zebulon Baptist Church Youth Group. Patrick loved to teach and help others, applying this as a summer camp aid with Zebulon Parks and Rec. He was truly a good young man who didn’t know the word no. He was a Student Ambassador for People to People, which enabled him to travel throughout Europe. Patrick loved life and couldn’t get enough of it. In his brief life he touched many, helped more, and left an indelible memory on the hearts of so many others. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmothers, Madeline Hughes and Barbara Doucette Hughes. Funeral service will be 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, Zebulon Baptist Church. He is survived by his parents, Patrick Michael and Laura Hughes McLaughlin, Sr.; brothers, Christopher Michael and Michael Christopher McLaughlin; maternal grandfather, William Hughes; paternal grandparents, Robert William McLaughlin and Nancy Jean, and Russell George “Papa” Lecaroz. Visitation will be 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, Zebulon Baptist Church and other times at the home. Arrangements are with Strickland Funeral Home, Wendell. www.stricklandfuneralhomes.net

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Published by The News & Observer on Sep. 1, 2009.

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Kevin Wiggin

September 14, 2009

To my friends Patrick, Laura, Mike and Chris. I am so sorry to hear of this tragedy. Anything I can do in your time of need, just ask. my love always,

John Hibsman

September 10, 2009

Dear Laura, Patrick & Family,
My deepest sympathy to you all for the loss of your son.

Danyal Chisholm

September 9, 2009

i'am sorry that my friend patrick mclaughlin died today, and your'all got my deeply sympathy.
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Steven Graffam

September 4, 2009

Pat, Laura, Chris, Mike, Nancy & Russ

It wasn't till last night I heard the news. Patty,the Boys and I send our love & prayers to all of you. We too saw Pat grow up before our eyes and become a great young man.

It takes strength and time when one is taken away so suddenly. No one can ever take away the love and memories you shared.

With our love to your family....

Big Steve

Steven Graffam

September 4, 2009

Laura, Patrick, Michael, Chris, Nancy and Russ,

I am deeply saddened to hear about Patrick.
I think I can speck on behalf of my family when I say we will always remember him as the happy little kid playing outside on Salem Street.
Please accept my deepest sympathy and my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Sincerely,
Little Steven Graffam

Sheila Hight-Fortin

September 2, 2009

Laura, Patrick, Michael & Christopher,

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

September 2, 2009

Laura and Patrick and boys,

I am so sorry to hear about Patrick. Laura I wish I would of known as I would of try to come and be by your side. I am very heart broken over this and I know you and Patrick are, too. Your boys are your life.
There is no words that can comfort you at this point but one day at a time.

Love you all very much
Gigi

Frank & Eleanor Arsenault

September 2, 2009

Laura & Pat

Eleanor and I send our sympathy and Prayers.
Frank & Eleanor Arsenault

debbie mitchell

September 2, 2009

Patrick was a nice young man I am going to miss his smile.

Daniel Honeycutt

September 2, 2009

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Coral Babin

September 1, 2009

Dearest Laura, Patrick, Christopher & Michael
There are no words to say how sorry we are. Jr will always be in our thoughts and we know that he is in a better place now, he will be watching over all of us. Lean on each other for strength, it will be hard but you will get through this, you have so many friends and family members who love you, don't forget that. Lean on us for support, we will always be there for you.
"We are remembering someone special today. When somone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure you love" We will always love you Jr.
Aunt Coral, Uncle Norman, Rachelle & Joshua xoxoxox

Mike T

September 1, 2009

Patrick, you will be missed so much. Love, Uncle Mike

ariel hicks

September 1, 2009

patrick was my bestest friend, he meant so much to me. he was a very brave, sweet, amazing, smart man. the world will never be the same without him. words cant express what he meant to me. the heavens above gained one amazing angel.

September 1, 2009

you are with the angels, they will take care of you. love auntie margie.

Kristina Vetree

September 1, 2009

My prayers and thoughts are with your family at this time. Patrick was a wonderful person and he will be greatly missed.

Melissa Wentworth

September 1, 2009

Laura and Pat,
JR was a good boy, an excellent example to his peers, loving son, good friend. His presence on this earth will be missed, but his memory, all that he did and all that he stood for will instill good traits in those who knew him.
God Bless You and your's ~
Melissa, Kate and Olivia Wentworth

Lynn Lye

September 1, 2009

McLaughlin family, please know how much I thought of Patrick and how fond of him I was. I taught him in 7th and 8th grades and talked with him and you about his progress over the last three years. He will continue to be on my heart and mind as the years continue. I cannot imagine the pain you are experiencing, but please know my prayers are with you.
Lynn Lye

Valerie, Larry, Lara & Hunter Davis

September 1, 2009

Patrick was one terriffic kid. My family has a special place for him as I know he did for us. Were gonna miss you baby !!

emma harris

September 1, 2009

i know what you are goimg through with i loss my son at age 13 it is a hard thing to go through but the lord will help you deal with it my prayers are with you and your family

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