Steve "Mac" McLaughlin

Steve “Mac” McLaughlin, 60, of Columbus, passed away unexpectedly at home on August 1, 2012. He was born September 8, 1951 in Findlay, a 1969 graduate of Cory Rawson H.S. and proudly served in the National Guard.

Steve, known as “Mac” by his family and close friends, was completely devoted to his family, especially his grandchildren. He not only enjoyed teaching his daughter how to play some of the craziest card games but also enjoyed coaching his son’s soccer teams.

He carried on this tradition by teaching his grandson, Nick, to play cards and became Nick’s sideline coach for soccer, football and baseball. Baby Tyler was in training with daily walks with his grandfather.

Steve will be missed by his loving children, Jennifer (Michael) Bell and Tyler McLaughlin; grandchildren, Nick, Summer, Destiny, and Baby Tyler; his beloved mother, Marilyn McLaughlin; sister, Teresa (Jeff) Covert; niece and nephew. Proceeded in death by his father, Leo McLaughlin and granddaughter, Summer.

Celebration of Steve's life is Friday, August 10, 2012 with visitation starting at 1 p.m. followed by memorial service at 2 p.m. at SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON CHAPEL, 6699 N. High St., Worthington (Just south of I-270).

To share memories of Steve, visit www.schoedinger.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity closest to your heart.