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Fredrick William McGlaughlin

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[November 29, 2022]  HOPEDALE - Fredrick William McGlaughlin, 90, of Moline, residing in Hopedale, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center.

Visitation: Armington Christian Church on Saturday, December 3, 2022 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Service: 2 p.m. Celebration of Life Service at the church on Saturday

Funeral home:  Quiram Peasley Funeral Home, Atlanta

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Fredrick William McGlaughlin, 90, of Moline, residing in Hopedale, passed away on Thursday, November 24, 2022, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center.

Fred was born on January 15, 1932, in Moline, to Earl and Bernice (Campbell) McGlaughlin. He graduated from Moline High School and continued his education, receiving his bachelor’s degree at Augustana College. While at Augie, he lettered in football, baseball, and track. It was during that time that he caught the eye of Joy Bast, the daughter of a local pastor. After graduating, Fred served two years in the Army, stationed in Heidelberg, Germany. While overseas, there was an opportunity for Fred to teach Sunday school classes. This sparked a passion for education which became his lifelong career.

Upon returning to the states, he married his sweetheart, Joy, on August 3, 1956. He got a job teaching 6th grade and began working toward his master’s degree at the University of Iowa. He went on to be an elementary school principal for over 30 years in the Moline school district. Fred was also well-known in the community for his 50-year career as an IHSA official. He officiated football, basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball. While some remember him as Ump or Blue, others got to call him Coach. Fred took great pride in the teams that he coached, including multiple ASA state champion softball teams.

With family at the center, Fred and Joy created a life woven together by faith, love, and tradition. Together, they raised three children: Maxine, Mack, and Monica. Fred's loving presence was always felt by his children and grandchildren through the hours spent playing catch, taking neighborhood tandem rides, and pushing young ones on the swings. Many family dogs were cherished; a special companion in later years was Rocky, the pug. Fred’s investment in and leadership of his family will continue to be felt for generations.

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Perhaps his greatest legacy is that of his faith. He was an active member of Moline Evangelical Church, and he volunteered countless hours caring for the congregation. He is well-remembered for his singing at Sunday services. Fred was always whistling or humming, and there was always a song in his heart. His love for the Lord was apparent in how he filled his days but especially in how he led and loved his family.

Fred is survived by his children, Maxine (Terry) Quakenbush, Mack (Kim) McGlaughlin, and Monica (Clint) Rogers; seven grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife in 2009; brothers Jack and Benny McGlaughlin; and sister Eunice Schrock.

A celebration of life service will be held at Armington Christian Church on Saturday, December 3, 2022. Visitation will be held at 1:00; celebration will begin at 2:00 p.m.

Memorial contributions can be made to Love for L’Allemand, 2906 2nd Street, Moline, IL 61265.

Funeral arrangements are being made by Quiram-Peasley Funeral Home in Atlanta.


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