William “Inks” McLaughlin

November 21, 1927 - August 20, 2018

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Kish Funeral Home

10000 Calumet Ave.

Munster, Indiana 46321

219-924-3333 |

Saturday 8/25, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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Kish Funeral Home

10000 Calumet Ave.

Munster, Indiana 46321

219-924-3333 |

Saturday 8/25, 5:00 pm

William E. \”Inks\” McLaughlin, born November 21, 1927 in Hammond, IN, passed away Monday, August 20. He is survived by his wife Dorothy of Calumet City, IL, sister Mary Jane Rudolph, Boulder, CO, sons, Mark (Mary), Bill (Jan) and Tim McLaughlin; daughter, Jill (George) Sechrist; grandchildren, Meggan, Sara, Laura, Catherine, Mallory, Morgan, Collin, Connor, Halee, Jordan, TJ, George, Patrick and 8 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Gertrude McLaughlin and brothers, Jim and Dick McLaughlin. Bill graduated from Hammond High School, Class of 1945. He served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He retired from Smith Chevrolet, where he enjoyed a 60+ year career. Friends may visit with the family on Saturday, August 25, 2018 from 2:00-5:00 pm with a prayer service at 5:00 pm at KISH FUNERAL HOME, 10000 Calumet Ave. Munster, IN. In lieu of flowers, contributions to the Share Foundation in Rolling Prairie, IN, The Dunes Learning Center in Porter, IN or Hospice of the Calumet Area, in his memory would be appreciated.

Kish Funeral Home

10000 Calumet Ave.

Munster, Indiana 46321

219-924-3333 | Map

Saturday 8/25, 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Kish Funeral Home

10000 Calumet Ave.

Munster, Indiana 46321

219-924-3333 | Map

Saturday 8/25, 5:00 pm

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Dottie and Family, Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your loved one Bill!!! Knew him through family and friends, super Chevy Man!! Always with a Smile!! Love, Mark and Gail Matusik

Because he was so dear to you, his memory will live on. Just as the fragrance of a rose still lingers when it's gone. His kindly and endearing ways are with you ever still. And in the hearts that loved him, he lives and always will. Our deepest sympathy to the extended McLaughlin Family......Forever in our hearts....Love, Bob and Gail Dixon & Families, and Jennifer, Paul, Nicole and Chris Perez.

I want to express my heartfelt sympathy to the family at this time of such a great loss! I have such fond memories of Bill. He was such a wonderful father, husband, and friend. I spent a lot of time with the family on Olcott Ave. during high school. So many fun times! He was always kind, funny, and helpful(with my car)!! And remained a lifelong friend. He will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts are with you.

The most loving and patient grandpa anyone could ever have.

Mr. McLaughlin always made Tim and I fell welcome to help out in the Smith Chevrolet Parts Department and wash cars. He would also come out to the basketball court and amaze us with how accurate his two hand set shot was! Loved his smile and sense of humor!

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

So sad to read the paper today. Mr McLaughlin so many wonderful memories of being with you and your family at your home in Hammond. Such fun times. Then fast forward to when you Dotty my parents and I would meet at Skillets for many breakfasts. Such a great Father Husband and who was kind to all of us. Much Love

Thank you for all the kindness, the numerous rides home while Jill and I were in high school are never forgotten. May you rest in peace sweet "Inks"

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.