Tributes

Ralph Kent McLaughlin, 71, of Cordell, Oklahoma passed away peacefully with his family by his side at Mercy Health Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. He was born on March 19th, 1948 to John & Lucille R. (Clostermary) McLaughlin in San Diego, California. After high school he enlisted in the United States Army on September 21, 1967 and served nine months in Vietnam and Honorable ended his service on September 19, 1969. He married Shirley Gray, his wife of 51 years on April 4, 1969 in Chickasha, Oklahoma. Ralph worked as a Lineman for the City of New Cordell. After retirement he worked as a Electrician. Ralph enjoyed hunting, fishing and visiting with his friends and family. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. Survivors include his wife Shirley of the home. Son: Steve McLaughlin & Stacia of Cordell, OK Sisters: Karen McLaughlin of Wichita, KS Kay Brown & husband Paul of Clinton, OK A host of other family members and friends Preceded in death by his Parents: John & Lucille McLaughlin Funeral: 2:00 p.m., Friday, February 21, 2020 Calvary Baptist Church Cordell, Oklahoma Interment: Parkersburg Cemetery Clinton, Oklahoma Visitation: 9:00 a.m. ~ 8:00 p.m., Wednesday, February 19, 2020 9:00 a.m. ~ 8:00 p.m., Thursday, February 20, 2020 Family welcoming guest from 6:00 p.m. ~ 8:00 p.m., February 20, 2020 Ray & Martha's Funeral home Cordell, Oklahoma

Tributes

Ralph Kent McLaughlin

March 19, 1948 - February 17, 2020