Claire M. McLaughlin

Claire M. (Dann) McLaughlin, of Hingham, passed away peacefully on May 12, 2016, at the age of 73. She was the cherished mother to Dannielle Snelling and her husband Dave of Duxbury, Jeff McLaughlin of Liberty Lake, Wash., and the late Jennifer McLaughlin of Thousand Oaks, Calif.; adored Gram to her heart treasures, Zachary and Logan Snelling; beloved sister to Edward Dann and his wife Lynda of Weymouth, Earl Dann and his former wife Geralyn Dann of Hanover, and Debra Dann and her partner Rick Burke of Hull. Also survived and adored by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Claire was a lover of life. She could be found in the garden, reading a book, or playing a game of scrabble with her siblings. She enjoyed all the simple pleasures in life. Claire was madly in love with her two grandchildren. She was incredibly humble and kind and never missed an opportunity to do for others. Her handwritten notes, birthday cards, and words of encouragement were showered on so many. A graduate of Hingham High School and Newton Wellesley Nursing School, Claire enjoyed a vibrant career in nursing. In retirement she was devoted to sharing her love for God with children. For over eighteen years, Claire shared that love by teaching children each Sunday at her church. Simultaneously, she shared her love for Jesus with the children who attended Community Bible Study with their moms on Wednesday mornings. Claire also took delight in sitting for two adorable children for almost ten years. To all that knew her she was Claire Bear. Always a smile on her face and joy in her heart she enriched everyones life by her presence. Claire was lovely. A funeral service will be celebrated at South Shore Baptist Church, 578 Main Street, Hingham, Monday, May 23, at 11 a.m. Visiting hours will be held at the Downing Cottage Funeral Chapel, 21 Pond Street, Hingham, Sunday, May 22, from 3 to 6 p.m. Burial will be private. For additional information and online condolences, please visit www.downingchapel.com. Donations in Claires memory may be made to South Shore Baptist Missions Program, 578 Main Street, Hingham MA, 02043 or on their Web site www.southshorebaptist.com. Downing Cottage Funeral Home Hingham Since 1882