Robert "Bob" James McLaughlin, 93, formerly of Custer, S.D. passed away peacefully after a long and energetic life on August 11, 2021, at Seven Sisters Living Center in Hot Springs, S.D.  Bob was born in St. Cloud, Minnesota, on March 21, 1928, to James and Beatrice (Hunt) McLaughlin.  He lived, worked and raised his family in Minneapolis, MN before retiring to Custer, S.D.

While residing in Custer, Bob became a passionate supporter of the Custer Humane Society and served as a weekly dog walker. He also served as a member of the Custer Cool Pine Cruiser Car Club.

Bob is survived by his daughter, Deborah Johnson; grandchildren, Matthew Johnson and Christine Baum (Juergen); great grandchildren, Johann and Nikolas Baum; former son-in-law, Richard Johnson and long-time friends, Linda and Denny Van Rossum. He was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia and his seven brothers and sisters.

A time of visitation will be held Thursday 16, 2021, from 5:00p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Chamberlain McColley's  Funeral Home in Custer, S.D.  Difficult travel arrangements will not allow family to be present for the visitation.

Funeral services will be held Friday, September 17, 2021, at 10:00a.m. at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Custer S.D. with Reverend David Warner presiding, followed immediately by interment at Custer Cemetery.

Masks requested at visitation and funeral services.

Unfortunately, due to COVID considerations, no luncheon will be served.

Arrangements have been placed in the care of Chamberlain McColley's Funeral Home in Custer, SD.