Ernesto St. John McLaughlin - affectionately known as (Mackie) and (Babba), 87 years of age, resident of Johnstown, Ontario (formerly long term resident of London, Ontario) passed peacefully in his sleep 8 June, at the St Vincent Palliative Care Unit, Brockville General Hospital, Brockville, Ontario. Born 8 August, 1924, in Kingston, Jamaica, son of Gertrude and Arthur McLaughlin, predeceased by siblings Dorothy, Gerald, Oswald, Cedric, Stafford, Winston and Margaret. Survived by siblings Larenzo (Maxi), Gilbert, Leandro, Joy, Clement (Clem). Special Father to - Renaldo (Bob) (Katuma, Ethel), Claudette (David) & Andrew (Rachel). Special Grandfather to David Jnr, Lee (Lori) , Siann (Keith), Lynnette, Vanessa and Andrew. Extra special great grandfather to Chais and Rylyn. Friend to Ron (Lenna), Fred (Iona) Loving husband to Clarabell (Chin) for 65 years During his life, Mackie was a co-founding member of the Medway Community Centre (Treasurer) in Whitehills, London, Ontario where he lived for over 35 years. First job - worked at Biscuit Factory in Jamaica as a supervisor where he met Clarabell (China), and supported his siblings as well as he could. In 1952, he emigrated to London, England with China, Bobby & Claudette. He was foundry manager at Lesney, for 22 years. In 1974, Mackie, China and Andrew, emigrated to Canada (his dream country) and settled in London, Ontario. To support his family he worked as a maintenance engineer at several local companies, including Fruehauf, in Ingersol. In 1971, he was joined by his daughter Claudette (David) and son David Jnr. In 1977, his son, Bob (Ethel) and two children Siann and Lynnette also emigrated to Canada. Mackie valued friendships and looked forward to being with all his family and friends. His and China's house in Beatrice Rd, London England and their home in London Ontario, were famous for their family gatherings and parties. Good Food was always available along with the love and laughter. Visitation will be on Saturday, June 16, from 1 - 3pm at the Irvine Memorial Chapel and Reception Centre, 2451 County Road 15, Maitland, ON, K0E 1P0, (613-348-3405 or 1-866-648-3405). A memorial service and interment will take place in London, Ontario at a date to be announced. For personal condolence messages visit www.irvinememorial.com.