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McLAUGHLIN
Rev. Donald, 76, was called home to God peacefully at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, NJ on Sunday, November 27, 2016.
Born in Bayonne, NJ and a parishioner of St. Vincent's parish there, he graduated from St. Michael's High School in Jersey City, completed Seton Hall University and attended Immaculate Conception Seminary.
He was ordained to Holy Priesthood by Most Rev. Thomas A. Boland at the Sacred Heart Basilica in Newark on May 27, 1967. Father McLaughlin's former assignments were St. Aloysius Parish (1967-1968) and All Saints Parish (1968-1979), both in Jersey City, St. Mary's Parish in Dumont (1986-1988) where he also served as Temporary Administrator, Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish in Maywood (1989 -1996), where he served as Pastor. Father was reassigned to St. Mary's Parish in Dumont (1998-2001) as a Parochial Vicar. Father Donald was also assigned at St. Helen's Parish in Westfield (2001-2008), retiring in July of 2008. Surviving are two brothers; William and Dennis, a sister, Joanne Soltys and her husband John and a host of nieces and nephews. Father McLaughlin was predeceased by his loving parents; Eugene and Anne (nee Looby) McLaughlin and two brothers; Eugene Jr. and John Peter.
Visitation will be held at St. Mary's Church in Dumont on Wednesday, November 30th beginning at 3 PM and concluding at 7 PM, with an evening prayer service commencing at 7:30 PM, and also on Thursday morning, December 1st, from 9-10 AM, prior to the Concelebrated Funeral Mass beginning at 10:30 AM. Interment will take place at Holy Cross Cemetery in North Arlington, NJ. Arrangements entrusted to the Frech-McKnight Funeral Home, Dumont.
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October 1, 2019
Happy Birthday in Heaven today..
Patti Dolan
May 31, 2019
Father Mac - I just googled your name and saw your obituary. I am so deeply saddened. The last time I spoke with you we were going to get together but time slipped by. I will never forget the fun times - Canada, parties at my house, you playing football with my brothers and their friends in the street in front of my house and my brothers' friends almost keeling over when they found out you were a priest - LOL. I will always be grateful for your kindness when my father was sick back in 1979 and you came by the house twice - in February and again unexpectedly on May 13th when my dad had you give him his last rites - he passed away 4 days later and you celebrated his Mass with us with an amazing Eulogy. Thank you for all you did on Earth and may you rest in peace.
Maryellen Adams
August 30, 2017
I am writing in loving memory of a wonderful priest. I knew him through his service at St. Al's and All Saints. At that time one of his favorite phrases was "No problem." He went out of his way to minister to youth (e.g., participating in Young Christian Students and celebrating mass at the Academy of St. Aloysius). Whenever I hear "Come on People Now, Smile on Your Brother," I think of him.
When it occurred to me that Father McLaughlin would have celebrated the 50 year anniversary of his ordination in May, I tried to find out where I might send a card, only to learn that he had died. 'Well done, good and faithful servant."
Dorothy Macchia
January 6, 2017
Deepest Sympathy. Fr.Don served with our brother Fr. Tom Olsen (of happy memory) at All Saints in Jersey City. We recently met with him at Sacred Heart in Bay Head. Just read of his passing today in The Advocate. May his soul RIP. Arlene Olsen and Dot Olsen Macchia
December 31, 2016
Joanne and Gary Cogswell
December 10, 2016
We were so saddened to learn of Father Don's passing. He was such a blessing to St. Helen's parish...a warm and caring man. We were so grateful for the comfort he brought to our family at the time of the passing of my Dad and then a few months later, my Aunt, in 2007. He will always be remembered. Rest in peace, Father Don.
Don Rodriguez
December 4, 2016
Father Don was a great priest. I got to know him a little during his tenure at Saint Helen's where I appreciated his guidance with my faith journey. Rest in peace, Don.
Teresa Constantino
December 1, 2016
You were such an example of what Christ wanted us to be. You were always there to help.
When we were making repairs to our house, you would say morning mass. Come to help us then leave to say midday mass. You always did it with a smile. We greatly appreciated everything you did to help us and others.
Our children who are in their 30's and 40 's still talk about your visits from their infancy.
You have touch so many people and worked so hard .
You will be missed. Our condolences to your family
The Constantino's. Bayonne, and Pt. Pleasant nj
trish
November 29, 2016
Father Mac, You were loved by so many. You were always there for my family and myself. Whenever something went on in the house you always came over to give us our blessings. You will be truely missed you were the nicest priest as my son would always say as you guys talked about dogs for hours on end. My prayers are with your family in these tough times. Rest in peace you will be missed by everyone that ever knew you.
Adriane McLaughlin Sicknick
November 29, 2016
One of my Uncles, my father's brother, passed on Sunday morning. He baptized me, gave me my first Holy Communion, officiated over my wedding. We also had the honor of having him baptizing my son, officiated over his first Holy Communion and my daughter's first Holy Communion. He was very kind to me and my sister after my father passed and even came down to givr my father last rights, even when he was having a major heart surgery the next day. God bless you Donny. Rest in Peace
Tom Walsh
November 29, 2016
My close cousin.. You were always out front when it came to tellling the truth and acting acccording to conscience. A fellow priest friend of your's once told me you were the best "street priest" he ever knew. I think he was dead on.
November 29, 2016
We have lost a good man, and gained an angel.
Ann O'Brien
November 29, 2016
Father you have helped so many people. You were always there when someone was in need. My family loves you and is endebted to you.
You are now home with our Holy Father. I'm sure he had a great welcome home for you. May you Rest In Peace. God bless your family at this time. You will be missed by many.
November 29, 2016
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We thank you for all your good works and pray for your family that they will find peace.
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