Page 18 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE–Wednesday, November 27, 2019 OBITUARIES Robert J. McLaughlin 81, a resident of Everett passed away at the Melrose Wakefield Hospital on Thursday November 21 surrounded by his family. Bob was born in Lynn on February 20, 1938 the son of the late Nicholas and Marie (Comeau) McLaughlin. In 1967, Bob married his loving wife of 52 years Pat Doherty and together they continued their life Everett and raised their family. Before he retired in the late 90s, Bob enjoyed a successful career as an accountant. He graduated from Northeastern University and he continued his education and received his Master’s Degree from Bentley University. Bob McLaughlin was a kind and quiet man. He was patient and caring. He made everyone around him feel welcome. His favorite times were spent with his family. He loved spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. Bob loved kids. He began volunteering with the Boy Scouts when his son was a member, and even after his son quit the organization, Bob stayed on as a treasurer, and for a short time, a den leader. He stepped up to help when needed. He enjoyed the camp outs and loved the Pine Wood Derby. In this role, Bob positively influenced many young boys. He was recognized for his outstanding and long standing contribution as a scout Leader by being awarded the Charles A Nason Distinguished Service Award. This award is given in recognition of exception dedication and service. To qualify for this award you must first be awarded the District Award of Merit which is the highest award for service that can be presented on the District level. Bob was a volunteer at the Immaculate Conception Church throughout the 80s, helping with the weekly bingo nights. Bob was truly an exceptional man who gave to his community. If you knew Bob, you knew a person who was smart, funny, intelligent, always doing the right thing and he led a positive and active life. His other enjoyment was watching and talking about all kinds of sports-college and professional-he enjoyed them all. Bob was an avid reader reading newspapers daily and reading about historical events and people. Bob McLaughlin was the beloved husband of Pat (Doherty) McLaughlin and loving father to his son Kevin and his wife Susan of Peabody, and his daughters Ann and her husband Paul Walker of Pembroke and Kathleen McLaughlin of Everett. He also was the wonderful grandfather to Nicholas and Kaitlyn McLaughlin of Peabody and Kalie and Connor Walker of Pembroke. He was the brother to the late Edward and his wife Sally McLaughlin. Bob is also survived by his niece Eileen Beaulieu of Littleton. He greatly cared and loved his wonderful dog, Kona. The family request that contributions be made in Bob's name to St. Jude's Hospital PO Box 50 Memphis TN. 38101-9929 or to donate online at stjude.org/wemissyou. Margaret A. “Peggy” (McGrath) Stilwell by a Funeral Mass in St. Mary-St. Catherine of Sienna Church 55 Warren St. Charlestown at 12 noon. In lieu of flower donations may be made to: The Jimmy Fund at www. danafarber.jimmyfund.org. Interment in Woodlawn Cemetery, Everett. Helen A. (Rosolko) McKinnon • Burials • Cremations • Pre-Arrangements • Serving the Greater Boston and North Shore regions for over 250 years! It is our purpose to give thoughtful service, and if in so doing, we have helped to lighten your burden, our goal has been accomplished. We sincerely hope that our service will be deserving of your confidence and wish to offer our continued friendship. 331 Main Street, Everett, MA 02149 Valet Parking Available (617) 387-4180 www.roccofuneralhomes.com MassPort Noise Complaint Line: 617-561-3333 Of Peabody formerly of Everett and Charlestown. Beloved wife of the late Gordon Stilwell Sr. Devoted mother of Gordon Stilwell Jr., Mary Ann Benedetto and companion Jack McTighe, Kelley Thompson, Julianne Stilwell, James Stilwell and wife Tricia and the late Michael J. Stilwell. Loving daughter of the late James and Rita (Haggerty) McGrath. Dear sister of Kathleen Riley and husband John, Denis McGrath and husband Greg Underwood and the late Rita T. Fidalgo. Cherished grandmother of Timothy Benedetto Jr., Gordon Stilwell III and Jenna Thompson. Also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation in the JF Ward Funeral Home, 772 Broadway, Everett on Friday, November 22nd from 9:15-11:15 am. Followed Died at her home in Everett on November 20, 2019. She was 89 years of age. Helen was born in Jamaica Plain, was raised in Everett, graduated from Everett High School and from Simmons College with a bachelor's degree. Mrs. McKinnon was a homemaker, a lifelong resident of Everett and a longtime member of Immaculate Conception Church. Helen enjoyed playing scrabble, knitting & sewing, puzzles and playing slot machines. She was a lover of animals great or small and was known to take in any animal in need. Helen was the loving wife of 32 years to the late Robert F. McKinnon. Loving mother of Jill McKinnon of Wakefield and Robert McKinnon & his wife Christine of Vienna, VA. Caring sister of the late Stan Rosolko & his late wife Barbara. Also survived by her beloved feline companion Nellie as well as many good friends, neighbors, nieces & nephews. Memorial contributions may be made in Helen's name to Best Friends Animal Society, 5001 Angel Canyon Rd., Kanab, UT 84741 or @ www.bestfriends.org.
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