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KEVIN MCLAUGHLIN Obituary
Kevin Charles McLaughlin (Age 25)
Of Laurel, MD, a gentle man, loving son, helpful brother, playful uncle and loyal friend who brightened the lives of everyone he encountered in his brief time with us, died April 28, 2018 after a too long and too private struggle with depression. Among his many talents, Kevin was an athlete and actor, equally comfortable delivering Shakespearean lines in a play or cross-court forehands in tennis. He was a man of principal who saw dignity in everyone and always gave strangers the benefit of the doubt; a strong-hearted, kind and gentle soul who held the world to a higher level of kindness. He leaves behind his parents, Michael and Jacqualine McLaughlin; sisters, Jillian O'Brien and Erin McLaughlin; brother-in-law, Sean O'Brien; nieces, Charlie and Maxine O'Brien; aunts, Kathleen McLaughlin, Maureen Howland, Monecia Davis, Rebecca Ocker, Debra Glodek; uncles, Michael Ocker, Henry Howland, Jerald Glodek; cousins, Kelly, Andrew, Jake and Samantha Farrell, Meghan and Kaitlyn Howland, Bailey and Robbie Oberholzer; a large extended family and more friends than he knew. A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the National Alliance on Mental Illness. "When he shall die, take him and cut him out in little stars, and he will make the face of heaven so fine that all the world will be in love with night and pay no worship to the garish sun." ~ W.S.
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H.D.
June 20, 2025
Some presences never leave. They remain, even after the silence.
Kevin was made of quiet light and rare kindness.
He had the gift of making the world feel lighter, even when the weight he carried was unseen.
His laughter warmed the cold, and his eyes often spoke more than his words.
There was love in every gesture, every silence, every choice to stay - even when he himself was fading.
He is gone, yet the marks he left cannot be erased.
And those who truly knew him, they know:
there was love there...
a love that was felt, returned,
and perhaps still lives - somewhere among the stars.
"And when he shall die, take him and cut him out in little stars..."
He became a constellation for those who knew how to see.
June 25, 2018
Mike and Jackie, our warmest thoughts and prayers are with your family during this sad time.
Eddie and Patricia Koebke
Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania
Jillian O'Brien (McLaughlin)
June 10, 2018
To all friends and family who knew Kevin: a memory book has been started, using Google Drive. It is similar to this format/idea, but more for sharing with others your fond memories of him. Photos, videos, etc all allowed.
If you wish to contribute:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-9SkczGKDGNhoGmYrABVKaI5xSa7LQKxSXmRjokTsWE
And to whomever made this guest book stay online forever on Washington Post's website: we love and thank you greatly.
Thank you. Love,
Jill
Somica Blake
May 30, 2018
Kevin was my first friend and will always be at the heart of my most cherished childhood memories. Although we had lost touch with one another in college I will never forget the starlight in his eyes or the inescapable infectiousness of his laugh.To Kevin's friends and family... I am just so incredibly sorry for your loss. I pray the love and joy found in his memory can lighten your heavy hearts.
Yan
May 20, 2018
Forever & always in our Hearts. ❤
Nancy Rosenberg
May 17, 2018
I am so sorry . My heart goes out to your family.
Priscilla Lynch
May 17, 2018
My sincere condolences to family and friends. May the God who binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn, sustain your family during this difficult time - Isaiah 61:1, 2.
Mira Thanki
May 17, 2018
Prayers for his Family and parents.May God rest him in peace and he is still alive in my heart and he will stay alive forever as my Dear son.
May 16, 2018
Dear Jackie and Mike,
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill and Dukey Marr Phoenix,Maryland
Jacob Noel
May 15, 2018
I still haven't taken a breath and don't think I will for a while. Mankind didn't deserve someone as good as you but thank you for being with us while you could. I will remember you every day. I'll never know what exactly to say. You've no idea the depth at which you touched those around you. I don't want to learn anything from this. I love you, Kevin.
Ms
May 14, 2018
To the family of Kevin McLaughlin I would like to express my condolences to you and may you receive the comfort that God can give as He put his right hand out to you Isa.41:10.13
A. H.
May 14, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Farhad Rana
May 14, 2018
I knew Kevin whilst in High School. We were in the same grade and shared many classes over time. I considered him, if not one,but my closest friend. and He was one of the most concerned and caring friends that i had and always was there for us all. Its such a shame that after all these years not having been in touch for so long that latest news is of his passing. Rest in Peace Kev.
Hillary Templeton
May 14, 2018
I am absolutely heartbroken in the wake of the news of Kevin's passing. My time at the University of Maryland would have been entirely different without his loyal friendship, his sweet smile, and his hilariously contagious laugh. My heart goes out to his family and friends, and you all will remain in my thoughts for a very long time. I wanted to share an excerpt from a play we did together our freshman year of college, Dog Sees God. I hope it brings others a small amount of comfort.
"As for the questions that you are asking yourself and others: don't concern yourself with death. Concern yourself with life. Enjoy every moment of it that you are allowed to. Life is a process that can be both cruel and rewarding. But this story lies between the two bookends. Also, bare no malice for the ones who leave you. The only regret they feel now is the regret of not being able to tell you how they really feel. They wish that they could say goodbye to the ones they left behind. But sometimes that's not possible. Even in perfect happiness -- even in nirvana -- They will always have this regret."
Nicole Daniels
May 13, 2018
I will always remember Kevin as the playful, laughing little boy who used to love to run after Jill in the backyard. I remember the holidays and the family get togethers and his excitement.. he was so little but his energy filled the entire room. I truly love little kev and will never forget the little song he sung to remember to spell his name. He had a big impact on me,my sons name is Kevin ❤ I am so sorry that he is gone so young.
Cynthia Tran
May 13, 2018
I never got the pleasure to spend much time with Kevin and it grieves me to hear that I will never be able to. My heartfelt condolences to all of his family and friends.
Rebecca Otte
May 13, 2018
Kevin was such a kind-hearted person. I will always remember the love he showed for foster kittens and his beloved sisters. I didn't know him very well, but I will never forget his smile. So much love to the McLaughlin family.
Great Aunt Judy and Great Uncle Larry McCoy
May 13, 2018
Kevin had a smile that could melt the largest ice burg. He had a heart that never stopped loving all those around him. He will be sadly missed, but just look to the stars and you will see one that is shinning brighter than all the others and that will be Kevin.
jordan craig
May 13, 2018
My deepest condolences to your family. I cannot put into words how sorry i am for this unfortunate passing. I will continue to lift you all up in prayer. To Kevin, i hadn't seen you in awhile but you made a significant impact on my life. You are finally at peace.
with love,
jordan craig
Jillian O'Brien (maiden name McLaughlin)
May 13, 2018
There are those whose lives affect all others around them. Quietly touching one heart, who in turn, touches another. Reaching out to ends further than they would ever know. William Bradfield
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