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Lowell McLaughlin Obituary
FRIENDSHIP —Lowell Edward McLaughlin, known to everyone as Mouse, 84, of Friendship, passed away Saturday, November 28, 2020 at BridgePort 360 Health Care in Portsmouth. He was born January 7, 1936 in Portsmouth, a son of the late Pauline Charlotte Hazelbaker Stiff and Edward Ray McLaughlin.
Mouse was retired after 31 years as a meter reader for Columbia Gas Company and the Ohio Department of Natural Resources where he worked at the Shawnee Marina and Shawnee State Park. An avid walker, and a man who never met a stranger, he loved to work – he was a bartender at the former Harold's restaurant for 15 years, worked as a private event bartender for many years, and as a janitor for many businesses including the Jewish Synagogue in Portsmouth for 30 years.
Surviving is his wife of 55 years, Shirley A. Veach McLaughlin, whom he met at his first job at B&B Loan where he worked for ten years. The couple were married August 21, 1965 in Portsmouth. Also surviving are a son, Jerry D. McLaughlin, MD of San Miguel, Mexico; a daughter, Cassie A. McLaughlin of West Union; two grandchildren, Madison Monet McLaughlin and Austin Hendrickson, both of Portsmouth.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his stepfather, Kearney Davis Stiff.
At his request, there are to be no services. Arrangements are under the direction of the Ralph F. Scott Funeral Home in Portsmouth.
Online condolences may be shared at RalphFScott.com.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Sierra's Haven for New & Used Pets, 80 Easter Dr., Portsmouth, OH 45662.
Mouse's goal in life was to make people laugh, and he would want you to live your life by the motto in which he lived his. He always told his friends and family that "Life is too short to live one day in a bad mood."
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Carol Jenney
April 29, 2021
I'm just learning of this now. Makes me so sad. Lowell was my cousin, some how we lost touch. We shared grandparents. I loved him dearly. My brother passed away this past January. I would love to touch base with Shirley.
Jennifer
December 1, 2020
You changed my life in 1999 when you told me that "Life is too short to live one moment in a bad mood." My outlook on life was never the same. I will share your wise words with the youth of today and know that you will carry on changing lives as you did mine.
I love you Mousey. My heart weeps.
Pam Tieman
December 1, 2020
Such a great man! Always smiling and one that made you want to smile and feel good ! He was a true gentleman. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Brenda Thacker
November 30, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Mr. McLaughlin was such a nice man. My deepest sympathy to Shirley and family.
Mary Harrell Smith Kretchmar
November 30, 2020
So Sorry For Your Loss, Shirley Prayers For You and Your Family
Eileen Thieken
November 30, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Beth and Grace Bayless
November 30, 2020
Ms Shirley
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you.
Rocky McSweeney
November 30, 2020
Hey Mouse,
With you now joining Wimp, Rogues, and Sweeno, Heaven may install a few snooker tables and change its name to the Stag.
Donna and Gary Arnett
November 30, 2020
He was a longtime friend of ours. Always had a smile and loved to talk with people. Doubt he ever found a person he couldn't talk with. He was special. May GOD give you all comfort at this time.
Beatrice Pack
November 30, 2020
Lowell never knew a stranger. Always made me feel welcome at his home. He will be truly missed.
Dianne and Chris Smith
November 29, 2020
Shirley, Cassie, and Jerry,
I’m so sorry to hear this. May God be with you all during this time. Lowell was so fun and loved much, always smiling. He sure loved his family ❤
Daniel McHugh
November 29, 2020
I met Mouse many years ago when a friend and I bought a camp on Ziegler Lane and moored our boat at Shawnee Marina. Mouse always had a smile on his face and a story to tell and I always enjoyed listening to him. Rest in peace, Mouse.
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