Gerald R. McLaughlin, of Burnsville, passed away Nov. 29, 2012 at the age of 75.

He is survived by his loving wife of 45 years, Ellen; sons, Timothy (Christine) and Patrick (April); five beloved grandchildren; sister, Mary Jane Tillman; also by other loving relatives and friends.

A mass of Christian burial will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 3, 2012 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Savage. Visitation is scheduled from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday at church and one hour prior to the service on Monday. Interment will take place at St. John the Baptist Cemetery.