Thomas J. McLaughlin, of Ventnor, NJ, formerly of Phila., PA, passed away on April 28, 2013 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of the late Joan (nee DeVenuto) and devoted father of Ritanne McLaughlin (Lawrence Stier), John (Catherine) McLaughlin and the late Thomas McLaughlin, Jr. Grandfather of Sean Thomas McLaughlin. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Anne Marie Grey, nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to his viewing, Saturday 9 to 10 AM, St. Rita of Cascia Church, 1166 S. Broad St., Phila., followed by his Funeral Mass 10 AM. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions to Disabled American Veterans, 820 N. 63rd St., Phila., PA 19151 (www.DAV.org)