George Patrick McLaughlin

George Patrick McLaughlin

George McLaughlin Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 14, 2001.
Psst, It's a Secret
George Patrick McLaughlin grew up as the middle child and only boy among four sisters. He was the peacemaker, the practical joker, the one who could never keep a secret. "Mom, I'm not supposed to tell you this," he would say if a surprise party was being planned. "But we're having a birthday cake."

His college major was girls, said his mother, Dorothy McLaughlin. When he had a graduation party in Ocean City, N.J., where the family goes for the summer, a family friend remarked that he had never seen such a mixed group, all getting along. "He's the core of many of his friends," Mrs. McLaughlin said. "He likes to keep people happy."

Last Sunday, Mr. McLaughlin, 36, and his sisters celebrated their parents' 40th anniversary by going to Mass in Somers, N.J., where they were married. Afterward, Mrs. McLaughlin remembered, "His father told him he should get a girl like me. And I told him he always had one. He looked at me and said, 'What do you mean?' And I said, 'You've got me.' And he smiled and hugged me. And he went home."

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Julie Dougherty Crowley

September 13, 2021

George, I knew you from CCD through high school at St. John Vianney. Many years past between then and 9/11/01 and we lost touch. I found out that you and my husband's good friend, Arthur Jones, were friends from work at Carr Futures on 12/31/01. During a memorial fundraiser for Art Jones in Arthur's home town of Hampton Bays, NY I met another mutual friend of yours from Carr Futures. They wanted to contact your parents to share some fond memories of you. If anyone can put me in touch with George's parents please let me know. Please email me at [email protected].
and please put George McLaughlin in the subject.
Thank you!
Julie

Ted Walther

September 12, 2020

Correction: The photos of George, that I have added, I just noticed has the wrong dates, the correct years are 1983 for the Williams Hall photo and 1985 for the Cecil Hall photo.

TED WALTHER

September 11, 2020

19 Septembers and 35 years now since I last saw you. I had a few beers in your honor tonight. I also had a few to honor a FDNY firefighter that played on the Wesley Football Team that was a few years before us, Firefighter Peter Alexander Bielfeld (age 44) Shield #1699 of FDNY Ladder 42/Engine 73 Bronx New York. At Wesley, he wore No. 42.
Once again, Thanks for being a friend to all of us at Wesley College. As I said before, you will never be forgotten by us. Keep the beers cold Brother, we will all see you again one day...in Valhalla.

TED WALTHER
Virginia Beach, VA.

Dorothy Colao

September 12, 2019

Prayers and hugs to the family. Will never forget our many laughs on the train rides

Sandy McGregor

September 11, 2019

Hello. We never met Mr. McLaughlin but we have said many prayers for him. Several years ago, the high school that two of my boys attended (Mount Saint Joseph) had a memorial prayer service on 9/11. The school lined the school grounds with small American flags. Each flag had a tag with the picture and name of a 9/11 victim. One of our flags had the information for Mr. McLaughlin. We have said a prayer for our flag victims and their families each year. Sending love and hugs from Maryland.

TED WALTHER

September 11, 2019

George;
18 Septembers now, and 34 years since I last saw you. I was just remembering the time where me, you, and Belushi(JD), drove up to State Line and saw Huey Lewis and the News, what a good time we had. Another time was when we went to a party at the sports-fitness club, I think Sean rented the place for a school party, well you, Frank, Boo, and a few others piled into Belushi's car, and I had to ride back in the trunk, man was that a crazy night! Once again, Thanks for being a friend to all of us. As I said before, you will never be forgotten by us. Keep the beers cold Brother, we will all see you again one day...in Valhalla.

TED WALTHER

September 11, 2019 | VIRGINIA BEACH, VA

TED WALTHER

September 11, 2016

George;
15 Septembers now, and 31 years since I last saw you, by that time I believe you were living in Budd Hall at Wesley. I had left the school, but I stopped by to visit some of the old gang, because I was in the Navy Reserves, which was down Route 1 in Lewes. As usual(as If I had never left school) you were the first person I saw, we talked for a little while and you were so interested in what I was doing, you barely talked about yourself.
Even after all this time and now 30 years in the Navy, I have never met anyone like you. As Dave said, you were one of a kind. Thanks for being a friend to all of us. As I said before, you will never be forgotten by us.

George in front of His and Dave's Budwieser can collection Williams Hall Wesley College 1993

TED WALTHER

September 11, 2016

George walking into Cecil Hall to do his Laundry. Wesley College, Spring 1995

TED WALTHER

September 11, 2016

Cecilia Castro Neves

September 11, 2016

Dear Sherri,
It has been a long time since we last spoke. I have been living in Brazil since I left NY in 2005. I often think about you and your family. My thoughts go out to you all.
Love, Cecilia
P.S. Would love to hear from you. Send me a note if you can ([email protected])

S J. Friscia III

October 20, 2014

In Memory
With Honor & Respect.

Dorothy

September 11, 2014

Prayers and Hugs to the Mclaughlin family

Vaughn Lehman

September 27, 2012

Thinking of the family on the east coast
Viewed the 911 wall at or kern county fair
Had to pray for the McLaughlin's left behind
The loss of two men so early in life was not in vain

September 11, 2012

George I'm telling my son how good of a person you were. You had the qualities that parents want their kids to have! Thanks for being you. Love you

Debbie and Darren Lazare

September 11, 2011

We think of you and your family often. You all are in our prayers. With love,

Roger Paul

September 10, 2011

Remembering George every year with prayers for the McLaughlin family.

Patty (Hawk) Rivera

September 9, 2011

Remembering you with friendship.

Trish Cardelle

September 11, 2010

Thinking of you today, and missing you more and more.

John Sanfratello

September 11, 2010

Think of you all the time but especially today George. We miss you very much.

Tom Kelleher

September 11, 2010

still seems like yesterday we were playing basketball in Elysian park. Miss you bro.

Marianne (Maguire) Pfister

September 10, 2010

Thinking of you and your family George.

September 11, 2009

This Day is a sad Day of Memories for me,but we all have to move on somehow they say.Easier said than done.
Trying to keep the great memories as much as possible.
Love,
JIM

Matt and Jennifer (Bertodatti) Jensen

September 11, 2009

Today, and always, remembered...
Thank you for all the laughs...
You are truly missed

James Guerrera

September 7, 2009

Great memories,still think of you a lot and every now and then I see someone or something that reminds me of you.
See you on the other side,
Big Love,
JIM

Dean Reardon

September 7, 2009

Georgie,
Think of you all time my brother,Miss you so much!!

Love ya!!

Trish Cardelle

September 5, 2009

George,
Thinking of you and missing you more.
Love
Trish

Shelley Felte Hansen

September 4, 2009

McLaughlin Family,
Not sure how I stumbled upon this but I am glad I did. Things happen for a reason I've been told just not sure why. Just wanted to let you know you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Georgie pops in my mind here and there. Alls I can say is they are in the Happy Place.

james guerrera

June 26, 2008

Still think about you all the time.I think about how we laughed together.It's funny I'll be watching TV or just doing everyday things and I'll see a person that reminds me of you.Georgie,we all miss you!!
Big Love,
JIM

Robert Berry

June 24, 2008

May God have mercy on his soul and bring comfort to Dotty and George. Sorry it took me so long to find this site.

jim guerrera

December 1, 2007

Still thinking of you!
I hope you are there when it;s my time to pass!!!!!!!
LOVE JIM

Dean Reardon

October 9, 2007

George I miss you so much and think of you every day.Love ya brother.

Jim Guerrera

September 11, 2007

Always thinking of you and miss you!
Love ya always,
Jim Guerrera

B. JUDD

September 10, 2007

GEORGE,
I REMEMBER YOU FROM WESLEY, AND WISH I HAD KNOWN YOU BETTER. GOD BLESS YOU.

Jim Guerrera

April 26, 2007

Georgeie I will always love you!
I truely think of you as my brother.
Love always!
Jim Guerrera

Jim Guerrera

April 26, 2007

Jim Guerrera,always thinking of you Georgey! Love your brother for life!!
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Trish Cardelle

February 28, 2007

George,
I am sitting here thinking about you once again, and missing you terribly. Reading some of these entries make me smile. You are one of a kind. I love you.

P Tabbernor

December 29, 2006

In memory....

Kristine

October 30, 2006

As I cross-stitched your name on the memorial that I am doing for all of the victims, I prayed for you and your family. Please know that your death was not in vain. We will always remember. God Bless.

Marianne Pfister

September 11, 2006

It's been 5 years George and you havn't been forgotten. We have a flag hanging outside our window with a black ribbon streaming next to it in your honor.



You and your family have become a part of my soul and I think of all of you often. I hope peace has found its way into your hearts.



Sending my Love,

Nancy Nalducci

August 30, 2006

Georgie, You've been on my mind a lot lately...quite often I find myself looking at the time & it reads: 9:11, either am or pm, and I actually think of you, smiling down on us, saying "hi!" Just in the way you use to greet me at the gym, where we worked out in Hoboken. You always knew how to make me laugh, even when I wasn't in the mood for it, you found a way to make me smile. I miss that silly, sweet George. But, I know you are up there in heaven, smiling down on your family and friends all the time. We miss you! May the beautiful memories we all have of you stay close in our hearts. God Bless.

Susan C

April 2, 2006

Hi George - Don't know why you popped into my head tonight...but I guess it's because you don't want to be forgotten and you're not. Thanks again for making me feel like a million bucks on a night I was down.

-Susan

Marianne Pfister

November 13, 2004

Georgie, I bet you and Big Jim are having a lot of laughs up there! I wish you both would come visit me in a dream sometime so I can see you smiling together. I can't believe you had been friends for so long. You must have met before age 15. And you're still together. Whenever I think about Jimmy I will always think about you as well. George, You will always have a place in my heart right next to my brother Jimmy!

Jimmy and Georgie - Eternal Friends

November 12, 2004

Michael De Carolis

January 21, 2004

Hi George, Well I guess you know by now that the big (Tuna) Bill Parcells could not get the Cowboys to the big one this year. I guess we have to be very happy that he was able to get them back into the play offs to begin with, well perhaps next year. I want you to know that we all think about you all the time and we all know that you are better off then we are. I am sure I can say this on behalf of everyone "WE MISS YOU" may GOD hold you in his palms. I also pray that GOD protects your family and continues to give them the strenght to go on.

amanda arnold

September 22, 2003

I have never had the opportunity to meet George. I wear his name on a Mercy B.A.N.D. (Bear Anothers Name Daily)

He seemed like a fun, outspoken man, son and brother with a big, bright future ahead of him. Peace be with his mother and father and sisters.....the pain will perish.....his memory will never be forgotten, and he dances with the angels above. I pray for you all daily. amanda arnold, 23

Michael De Carolis

September 11, 2003

Dear George Patrick,

I just wanted you to know that on your second anniversary in heaven, you are remembered every day more and more. We will never ever forget. May GOD continue to bless the entire McLaughlin family and friends. Oh Georgie I hear that your a Cowboy fan, then you already know that we have the TUNA so maybe this will be the year for the superbowl. I have not had the pleasure of knowing you George, but I did have the honor of working with your dad George Sr. and your sister (Red) and for that friendship I feel as if I knew you. I just want you to know George that we will always remember you and all the lost loved ones. We will continue to ask God to protect and to give your family the strength to move on and to know that you will always, always be in our hearts and prayers

Patty Gunther

September 11, 2003

I first met George when we started school together in kindergarten. It's true, he was always smiling and just enjoyed everyday. He always found a way to bring laughter (sometimes to the annoyance of teachers) to the most boring classes. I recall a frog that was supposed to be dissected dancing ballet across the desk first. After graduation from high school I never saw George again. We were not "close" friends so we did not keep in touch. But when you spend that many years together, day-in and day-out, you can't help but to be friends on some level. When I learned that George was among the missing, I was shocked. From my house near the beach I could see the smoke from the towers and I prayed that he would come out alright. My deepest sympathies and condolences go out to his parents and sisters. He will missed.



Patty (Hawk) Gunther

Patrick Scannell

August 10, 2003

Deepest regrets from another Matawan family, remembering George as a fine young man and a great Baseball player. You will be in our prayers always. The Scannell Family Alice Pat Brian Tim and Jennifer

Gabby Lehne

July 16, 2003

Dear Georgie,
I think about you a lot...

I think about your smile,
that smile that starts in your heart and connects to others through your eyes.

I think about your laugh,
that laugh that exudes boyish charm and entreats others to enjoy life.

I think about your family, your mother, father and sisters
who love you unconditionally
and gave you the capacity to love others freely and without judgment.

I think about your extended family,
brothers(in-law), aunts, uncles, cousins, nephew,
who you draw close
and with whom you create an impenetrable bond.

I think about your friends,
friends like family, who share memories of merry pranks, parties
and after midnight talks that still resound.

I think about you a lot Georgie.
I think about the pain of not being able to embrace you in an everlasting hug
and I think about the joy of the hugs we shared that will be felt forever.

Dear Georgie,
We miss you alot...

Christopher Wood

September 11, 2002

In light of all that has happened and the year that has gone by since this horrible tragedy, I have taken the time to reflect on the several people who I knew and that many of us lost. George many times in college created fun and wonderful (sometimes crazy!) times that spread onto many, many, many people.



I want to say that he was a great guy and the memories will never fade. My deepest condolences go out to his family whom I knew ment the world to him. God bless all the friends as well who George also embraced as extended family, and most of all please know George that we will never EVER forget you. May god be with you and thanks for sharing a piece of your life with me.



Woody

Robert Salvucci

September 3, 2002

I would like to start out by sending my deepest condolences to the Mclaughlin family. Georgie and I first met at school(Wesley), where He and I shared some wonderful times toghether.We also spent many a night giving Ocean city all it could handle.I'll always remember Georgie for his personality and friendship which was second to none.Georgie god bless you and your family.

Jack Merkouris

August 25, 2002

Georgie was a wonderful man. Although I did not see him so often, I am honored to have known him. Georgie worked right next to my dad at Carr Futures. He had such a strong sense of humor that it made it hard not to laugh by just looking at him. My deepest sympathy goes out to the McLaughlin family. I will miss Georgie very much. May God bless everyone.

Marianne Maguire Pfister

August 24, 2002

George, you were my brother, Big Jim's best friend. Thank you for always being there for him! He loved you so much. He misses your phone calls. One of your wonderful sisters told Big Jim he could call her anytime. He does, and it means so much to him. Though I did not know you, you are always in my thoughts. The Maguire family sends our deepest sympathies to your family.

Kim Marcelliano

August 4, 2002

Georgie-its been almost a year since you've been gone yet i think about you every day. I have a picture of you taped to my computer at work and home-and whenever i feel sad i look at your picture and smile right back at you. I feel cheated that I didn't get to know you all that well, but the times at little Johnny's birthday party I will never forget... The Boss is coming back to town-something I know you'd like to see..and I have a feeling inside that from up in Heaven you will watch the concert..you are so missed...and I know that one day I will see you again...

Dave Foster

July 10, 2002

The cowardly attack on our country became painfully personal when I saw George's smiling face on the news a few days afterwards. George was a peacemaker-a guy who brought people together with his warmth and easy laugh. I was George's roomate our freshman year in college and I can't tell you how many nights we laughed our heads off..I am sure many, many people know exactly what I mean..George had the gift of being contagious-he would spread his laughing and friendliness to every single person he came in contact with..I could not attend his service but I want his family to know I pray for them and that their pain be diminished by loving memories of George..God Bless

March 12, 2002

I worked with George a very long time ago, 10 years ago to be exact, at Dean Witter Futures. He was such a great guy and such a practical joke. He made you feel so welcome and always kept us laughing because of the silly things he did and said. I just found out , after 6, months that George had been one of the victims and it just broke my heart to know he is no longer with . But if I remember George correctly, he will be having everyone laughing and carrying on in hEaven for that is where he will be safe and partying. My deepest sympathies goes out to the family and my prayers too. MAY THE GOOD LORD ALWAYS BLESS YOU GEORGE... YOU ARE SADLY MISSED!!!

Paul Miller

March 11, 2002

When I heard the names of those missing, I feard that it would be George from Matawan. This fear was confirmed when I saw his smile and his eyes and immediately knew it was the same George I grew up with riding mopeds and playing wiffleball in the Mclaughlin back yard. Whle I had not been in touch with George in over 10 years, my thoughts and prayers are with you all.

March 6, 2002

DEAR GOD SHINE YOUR LIGHT ON THIS WONDERFUL YOUNG MAN...GEORGE PATRICK MCLAUGHLIN AND MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE WITH GOD AND HIS ANGELS..GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS..GOD BLESS AMERICA AND NEW YORK AND MAY WE NEVER FORGET 9/11/01..MAY JESUS ...ST.GEORGE AND ST.PATRICK GREET YOU AT THE GATES OF HEAVEN...AMEN

PETER SILLETTI

February 1, 2002

DEAR MCLAUGHLIN FAMILY,

WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY, MAY GOD HELP AND GUIDE YOU ALL THROUGH THIS TRYING TIME.

LOVE AND PRAYERS

PETER F. SILLETTI JR.

MATAWAN REG. HIGH CLASS OF 1984

Linda Romanowski

January 15, 2002

Georgie is definitely one of a kind and I will treasure the memories that I have - train rides to NY, hanging out at the Dugout, and most of all - the late night phone calls. My thoughts and prayers go out to the McLaughlin family. Signed - Belinda as Georgie would call me!!

Michael De Carolis

January 14, 2002

My prayers and sympathies go out to the entire McLaughlin family, and friends. I did not have the honor of knowing George Patrick personaly, but I do have the honor of knowing George Sr. and Red. My heart goes out to the entire McLaughlin family, and friends.

Dan Sakowski

January 10, 2002

I graduated with George from Matawan in 1983 and I was friends with his sister Sherri. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family. I worked in Tower 2 and escaped before it fell down. The tragedy was horrible and will be with us all for a long time. God bless you Sherri and everyone close to you.

Scott Wolman

December 30, 2001

I hadn't seen George too often since we both graduated college, but when we did run into each other, it was always as if we had never stopped hanging out. He was always a friend and flashing that smile. I remember him from my late teens/early twenties as getting along with everyone and making each person feel like they were of value to him(we all were). George remains just a great guy in my mind.

Georgie at his favorite bar in Hoboken 07/2001

Lenah Parente

December 29, 2001

Georgie... Just typing his name brings a smile to my face! So many memories, so much fun! From late night phone calls, to Bon Jovi concerts... We miss you so much!

"Hey Baby, we're good, right?"

Anil ladde

December 29, 2001

A fellow Cowboys fan...yes, Georgie was always loyal to his team, his job as a metals trader, and especially to his family and friends. One thing for certain, he could make anyone smile regardless of the situation. Bless you and your family.

Teresa Jahn

December 21, 2001

We are very sorry for your loss of George. Our hearts cry with you.

America Cries

We see your sorrow-

and our hearts cry....

We can not erase your pain

but you do not have to face the anguish alone-for we-

-the American people-

are beside you.

We so desperately want to have the touch that brings you comfort,

the strength that gives you courage,

and the words to lighten your spirits.

And when we are left speechless

may the silence of our nation weave love into your hearts

to ease your sorrow.

May you find healing through our nation's strength as we-

-the American people-

face this difficult time together. Our hearts are with you. Teresa Jahn

Dixon, IL

Jessica Giglio

December 19, 2001

George made you feel like family from the first time you laid eyes on him! The best and sweetest of people.

Kathy Melaragni

November 28, 2001

I am also of the McLaughlin Clan. May God bless you George and your family. America will never forget!

Dori Sommerman

November 7, 2001

I have been friends with the McLaughlin family for a long time. I never thought we would live through a trady like this.



The one thing I will never forget about Georgie is that he always knew how to charm the woman.



My thoughts and prayers go out to Lil Red, Annmarie, Linda, Sherri, Dottie and George.



I love you all!!!

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