Bernard Michael McLaughlin

Birth date: Sep 3, 1942 Death date: Apr 23, 2020

Bernard Michael McLaughlin, 77, of Decatur, IL passed away April 23, 2020 at his residence. Mike was born September 3, 1942, in Pensacola, FL, the son of CAPT Bernard McLaughlin, USN, and June (Harms) McLaughlin. He married Conni Read Obituary

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Pat Pierce

283w ago

Sorry to recently hear the sad news about the passing of Coach Mac. I really enjoyed the time we spent together where he was my Coach at Millikin. He was always positive and had a great story to tell about the hometown you grew up in and he always knew where the best resteraunt in your town was as well! I still share stories about coach mac with the kids in my linebacker drills. So thankful for all the great memories with Coach Mac. I also remember him being a very proud father.

Pat Pierce

Jill Delong Morgan

284w ago

I am so sad to read this.Miike was one of my favorite customers.We met 13 years ago .Mike was a pure pleasure to help.Kind, interesting,and so easy to talk to.He knew I love what I do and he respected my knowledge and valued my opinion.Likewise, I wanted to help him buy something very special for his wife Connie.To treat him like I would want to be treated .We had great conversations about his "girls" and his grandchildren as well...I am so sorry for all of you. Jill DeLong

Butch Lorton

285w ago

We are so saddened to hear about Mickey. We send our deepest sympathy and please know you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Butch and Clare Lorton

Parker Lecorgne

285w ago

I was a camper at Red Arrow from 1966-1969, then stable boy and counselor from 1971- 1975. Bernie was one of the finest fellows that I have ever known. I have thought about him often over the years. I am sending my deepest sympathies.
RIP Bernie,
Parker LeCorgne

Kyle "Scot" Reynolds

285w ago

in honor of Bernard.

Please accept my most sincere condolences. I worked with Mike as a fellow educator at MacArthur High School in the late 80's and early 90's. Mike was always a person who stood up for things being done right and I really enjoyed his quiet but strong way of dealing with students. Although I was in science (later administration) and Mike was in PE we agreed one so many things. He will be missed. You will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.

Blessings,

K. Scot Reynolds
Retired Superintendent Spoon River Valley CUSD #4
Living in Canton, IL

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Christine Shelton Bachmann

285w ago

Connie - My sincere sympathy to you and your family. SDHS Class of 79 - Mr. McLaughlin was a favorite of mine. Enjoyed his class and doing the wrestling stats for his teams. I remember him (and you) with fondness. I’m glad you two touched mine and so many others’ lives. FYI, my husband is a history buff like Mr. McLaughlin. When my husband starts to share unbelievable nuggets of history with our kids, I smile and remember my SDHS history teacher who had the same passion and love for history. I hope all of our combined memories - wonderful memories - help warm your heart doing this difficult time. Hugs...Christine (Shelton) Bachmann

William Harbeck

285w ago

I was saddened to hear of Mike's passing. I always looked forward to seeing Mike in the hallways (I was a PE teacher) or down around the athletic areas. He was a joy to be around. I always felt better about myself after a short conversation with him. I thought of him as a kind and gentle man, very positive with a great sense of humor. He was a great coach and was a great mentor for the MacArthur "Grapplers".

Janet Flesch

285w ago

Thoughts and prayers go out to you Connie, Tisa, and Taryn. Mike was a great man and neighbor. Many of my childhood memories involve Mike and the McLaughlin family. He lived his life with integrity and compassion, two qualities that can be found in his two children. We are all better for having known him! I'm sure he is sharing some good stories with my dad in heaven as we speak! With love, Janet (Walker) Flesch and the Flesch family

Aaron Roddis

285w ago

Coach Mac,

Not a day goes by where your influence doesn't surface in my career as a teacher and coach. Many of your stories live on and are told to wrestlers on the west coast.

Thanks for the knowledge, commitment and patience.

Godspeed.

Aaron Roddis

Rich Knauss

285w ago

Created a new album - Memories Album.

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