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Fire Department Line-of-Duty Death

Robert E. McLaughlin

September 16, 1965 ~ March 22, 2006

It is with deep regret and great sadness that the City of Ocean Shores Fire Department and IAFF Local 2109 announce the death of Captain Robert E. McLaughlin. Captain McLaughlin is survived by his wife, Christine, two daughters, Christa and Katalin, and son, Killian.

Robert died on Wednesday, March 22, 2006 from drowning during a water training exercise on Monday, March 20, 2006. Robert began his service in Ocean Shores as a volunteer in 1991, was hired full time in 1996 and promoted to Captain in 2000. He was very active in the Ocean Shores Surf Rescue Team and served as President of IAFF Local 2109 at the time of his death.

Memorial Fund

Donations can be made to: Rob McLaughlin Memorial Fund,
Twin County Credit Union, PO Box 718, Olympia, WA 98507-0718