Captain Peter J. McLaughlin, USN (Ret.)

1949 - 2021

Captain Peter_McLaughlin, USN (Ret.)

Captain Peter J. McLaughlin, USN (Ret.)

1949 - 2021

  • 72 years old
  • Date of birth:  February 2nd, 1949
  • Place of birth:  Waltham, Massachusetts, United States
  • Date of passing:  August 12th, 2021
  • Place of passing:  Centreville, Virginia, United States

This memorial website was created in the memory of our loved one, Peter McLaughlin, 72, born on February 2nd, 1949 and passed away on August 12th, 2021. We will remember him forever.

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Candle lit  by Robert McFadden on August 24th, 2021

It was with deep sadness to read of CAPT McLaughlin's passing. I have long appreciated his invaluable counsel, advice, and guidance in complex national security investigations and operations at NCIS. And I fondly remember Peter's sharp intellect, wise perspective, and great wit. Rest in peace, Great American.  

Candle lit  by Dennis Argall on August 24th, 2021

I met Peter 38 years ago - he was one of my instructors at the Naval Justice School after I graduated law school. We served together for 3 years in Naples, Italy and later in Washington, DC. "Witty" would be an understatement of Peter's intellect - his knowledge of all things was vast. My sympathies go out to Joanne and the family. Fair winds and following seas to a great Shipmate.

Candle lit  by Nieva Brock on August 24th, 2021

I am so saddened to hear of Peter’s passing. I will forever remember his quick wit and amazing legal brain. We first met in 2004 at NCIS. I learned so much from him. May his family take comfort in knowing that Peter was truly loved and appreciated. May the Lord grant you the peace that surpasses all understanding in this your time of mourning.

Candle lit  by Bruce Miller on August 30th, 2021

Peter and I attended law school together. I will always remember his intellect, wit and sense of humor. He was definitely the comic relief in a tense setting. I have not seen him but am proud to have know him and so appreciative that people like Peter were looking after our country. Such a wonderful guy

Candle lit  by Kip Naugle on September 5th, 2021

I served with Peter at the Washington Navy Yard during the years 1996 through 2001.  He was an extraordinary mentor and fabulous raconteur with a ready sense of humor.  I valued his counsel and thoroughly enjoyed his company and sense of humor.  I worked with him in the Criminal Law Division and followed him as an appellate judge on the NMCCA. .I am shocked by his passing.

Candle lit  by Gary Beaver on September 5th, 2021

I served with Peter at NLSO Pearl Harbor.  Outstanding attorney and naval officer but importantly a really good guy. I am saddened to learn of his passing.  

Candle lit  by joyce howes on July 5th, 2024

Dear JoAnne and family,

Paul and I are sad to hear of Jackie's passing.  He was a childhood friend and neighbor in the Highlands of Waltham.  We knew is family.  I ran into him in 1970, while he was at Harvard and we talked for a while. We ran into you both a music events for the Reminiscent's  Prayers.

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