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Earle B. McLaughlin

January 01, 1970

Earle B. McLaughlin (March 15, 1921 – December 2, 2003) was a career law enforcement officer from Vermont. A veteran of World War II, he was most notable for his service as Sheriff of Chittenden County, Vermont, from 1955 to 1977 and United States Marshal for Vermont from 1977 to 1982.

Earle B. McLaughlin
Restored version of photo used in McLaughlin's campaign posters, circa 1958
United States Marshal for Vermont
In office
July 28, 1977 – March 17, 1982
Nominated byJimmy Carter
Preceded byChristian Hansen Jr.
Succeeded byChristian Hansen Jr.
Sheriff of Chittenden County, Vermont
In office
February 1, 1955 – July 31, 1977
Preceded byCharles Barber
Succeeded byRonald Duell
Personal details
Born(1921-03-15)March 15, 1921
Proctor, Vermont, U.S.
DiedDecember 2, 2003(2003-12-02) (aged 82)
Burlington, Vermont, U.S.
Resting placeResurrection Park Cemetery, South Burlington, Vermont, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseTheresa Marie DesVergnes (m. 1948–2003, his death)
EducationSaint Michael's College (attended)
ProfessionLaw enforcement officer
NicknameBuzz[1]
Military service
ServiceUnited States Army Air Forces
Years of service1942 –1945
RankSergeant
Unit3rd Bomber Group, Fifth Air Force
Battles/warsWorld War II
AwardsAsiatic–Pacific Campaign Medal with seven battle stars
Philippine Liberation Medal
Good Conduct Medal

Early life edit

Earle Bernard "Buzz" McLaughlin was born in Proctor, Vermont, on March 15, 1921, the son of Earle B. McLaughlin (1890–1955) and Julia Isabel (McGarry) McLaughlin (1891–1962).[1] He attended the schools of Proctor and was a 1939 graduate of Proctor High School.[2] After finishing high school, McLaughlin was employed by the Works Progress Administration as the leader of recreation activities for the WPA program in Winooski.[3]

Military service edit

In January 1942, McLaughlin volunteered for World War II by enlisting in the United States Army Air Forces.[4] He completed his initial training at Sheppard Field near Wichita Falls, Texas,[4] then served in the South West Pacific theatre.[5] Initially assigned to United States Army Air Forces in Australia, he subsequently served in the 3rd Bomber Group[6] during the New Guinea campaign[5] and second Philippines campaign.[7]

In June 1945, he returned to the United States and was assigned to the Army Air Forces Redistribution Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey.[8] He served briefly at Mitchel Field, New York before transferring to the separation center at Fort Devens Army Air Field, Massachusetts.[6] He was discharged in September 1945 with the rank of sergeant, and his awards included the Asiatic–Pacific Campaign Medal with seven battle stars, Philippine Liberation Medal, and Good Conduct Medal.[6][9]

Career edit

Early career edit

After his military service, McLaughlin resided in Burlington and attended Saint Michael's College in Colchester.[10] He worked as a sales representative for Blodgett Supply Company, a seller of plumbing and heating supplies,[10] and was later employed in the purchasing department of the local General Electric plant.[11]

Chittenden County Sheriff edit

McLaughlin became active in politics as a Democrat, and served as treasurer of the Burlington chapter of Young Democrats of Vermont.[11] In August 1954, he announced his candidacy for sheriff of Chittenden County.[11] In November, he won the general election, defeating incumbent Republican Charles Barber.[12]

After beginning his term in 1955, McLaughlin won reelection in 1956, 1958, 1960, 1962, 1964, 1966, 1968, 1972, and 1974.[13][a] In 1957, he graduated from the FBI National Academy.[14] While serving as sheriff, McLaughlin was active in the National Parole and Probation Association and served a term as president of the Vermont Sheriffs Association.[15] In 1976, he was elected president of the New England chapter of FBI National Academy Associates.[16] His efforts while in office included organizing deputies to patrol the county's rural areas and requiring deputies to wear a standard uniform.[15]

United States Marshal edit

In 1977, McLaughlin was appointed United States Marshal for Vermont, succeeding Christian Hansen Jr.[13] During McLaughlin's term, the marshal's office was expanded due to increased workload, including the addition of more deputies and a court security inspector.[17]

In 1979, Vermont's United States District Court was the site of the trial of Kristina Berster, a resident of West Germany who was accused of being a member of the Red Army Faction terrorist group.[18] Berster was convicted of three felonies and two misdemeanors, and McLaughlin received the U.S. Marshal's Service Meritorious Service Award to recognize his efforts to coordinate the extensive physical security operation executed during her four-week trial.[18] McLaughlin served until March 1982, and was succeeded by Hansen.[19]

Retirement and death edit

In retirement, McLaughlin resided in Burlington and in Florida.[1] He died in Burlington on December 2, 2003.[1] McLaughlin was buried at Resurrection Park Cemetery in South Burlington.[1]

Family edit

In 1948, McLaughlin married Theresa Marie DesVergnes (1924–2013).[20] They were married until his death and were the parents of 11 children.[1]

McLaughlin's son Kevin spent his career with the Chittenden County Sheriff's Department and served as sheriff from 1987 to 2023.[21][22]

Notes edit

  1. ^ In 1974, terms were changed from two years to four.

References edit

  1. ^ a b c d e f "Obituary, Earle B. McLaughlin". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. December 3, 2003. p. 4B – via Newspapers.com.
  2. ^ "Proctor High Commencement Is Observed". Rutland Herald. Rutland, VT. June 17, 1939. p. 3 – via Newspapers.com.
  3. ^ "Winooski: Recreation Leader". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. April 30, 1941. p. 10 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. ^ a b "43 Selectees Given Physical Check-Up Here". Rutland Herald. Rutland, VT. January 6, 1942. p. 7 – via Newspapers.com.
  5. ^ a b "Photo Caption: Larry Benedict and Earle McLaughlin". Rutland Herald. Rutland, VT. August 22, 1944. p. 12 – via Newspapers.com.
  6. ^ a b c "Leaves for Separation Center". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. August 28, 1945. p. 11 – via Newspapers.com.
  7. ^ "Former Proctor Man Returns From Overseas". Rutland Herald. Rutland, VT. May 4, 1945. p. 10 – via Newspapers.com.
  8. ^ "Did You Know: Sgt. Earle McLaughlin Jr". Burlington Daily News. Burlington, VT. June 5, 1945. p. 7B – via Newspapers.com.
  9. ^ "Local Draft Board Sets New Hours". Burlington Daily News. Burlington, VT. September 14, 1945. p. 10-B – via Newspapers.com.
  10. ^ a b "Miss Des Vergnes, Earle McLaughlin To Be Wed In Fall". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. February 14, 1948. p. 3 – via Newspapers.com.
  11. ^ a b c "McLaughlin Candidate for County Sheriff". Burlington Daily News. Burlington, VT. August 4, 1954. p. 3 – via Newspapers.com.
  12. ^ "Burlington Voters Favor Every Democratic Candidate On Ticket". Burlington Daily News. Burlington, VT. November 3, 1954. p. 3 – via Newspapers.com.
  13. ^ a b Donoghue, Mike (June 21, 1977). "Names of Gray, Carter Sent Carter for Federal Jobs". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. p. 1B – via Newspapers.com.
  14. ^ "McLaughlin Again Running for Sheriff". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. June 11, 1964. p. 17 – via Newspapers.com.
  15. ^ a b "McLaughlin Says He'll Seek Fifth Term As Sheriff". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. July 21, 1962. p. 11 – via Newspapers.com.
  16. ^ "Sheriff Named To Post". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. June 25, 1976. p. 9 – via Newspapers.com.
  17. ^ "U.S. Marshal's Office Expanded". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. December 29, 1978. p. 5B – via Newspapers.com.
  18. ^ a b "U.S. Marshal Wins Award For Berster Trial Security". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. June 19, 1979. p. 5B – via Newspapers.com.
  19. ^ "Rep. Hansen Confirmed As Marshal". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT. March 18, 1982. p. 9B – via Newspapers.com.
  20. ^ "Burlington Couple Wed At Cathedral". Burlington Daily News. Burlington, VT. October 25, 1948. p. B-2 – via Newspapers.com.
  21. ^ Murray, Elizabeth (July 11, 2022). "Chittenden County sheriff to retire after 36 years". The Burlington Free Press. Burlington, VT.
  22. ^ Schulman-Hall, Juliet; Robinson, Shaun (November 9, 2022). "Franklin County sheriff results remain unclear; 2 incumbents ousted in Windsor, Orange counties". VT Digger. Montpelier, VT. Dan Gamelin won in Chittenden County...

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Earle B McLaughlin March 15 1921 December 2 2003 was a career law enforcement officer from Vermont A veteran of World War II he was most notable for his service as Sheriff of Chittenden County Vermont from 1955 to 1977 and United States Marshal for Vermont from 1977 to 1982 Earle B McLaughlinRestored version of photo used in McLaughlin s campaign posters circa 1958United States Marshal for VermontIn office July 28 1977 March 17 1982Nominated byJimmy CarterPreceded byChristian Hansen Jr Succeeded byChristian Hansen Jr Sheriff of Chittenden County VermontIn office February 1 1955 July 31 1977Preceded byCharles BarberSucceeded byRonald DuellPersonal detailsBorn 1921 03 15 March 15 1921Proctor Vermont U S DiedDecember 2 2003 2003 12 02 aged 82 Burlington Vermont U S Resting placeResurrection Park Cemetery South Burlington Vermont U S Political partyDemocraticSpouseTheresa Marie DesVergnes m 1948 2003 his death EducationSaint Michael s College attended ProfessionLaw enforcement officerNicknameBuzz 1 Military serviceServiceUnited States Army Air ForcesYears of service1942 1945RankSergeantUnit3rd Bomber Group Fifth Air ForceBattles warsWorld War II South West Pacific theatre Defense of Australia New Guinea campaign Second Philippines campaignAwardsAsiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with seven battle starsPhilippine Liberation MedalGood Conduct Medal Contents 1 Early life 2 Military service 3 Career 3 1 Early career 3 2 Chittenden County Sheriff 3 3 United States Marshal 4 Retirement and death 5 Family 6 Notes 7 References 8 External linksEarly life editEarle Bernard Buzz McLaughlin was born in Proctor Vermont on March 15 1921 the son of Earle B McLaughlin 1890 1955 and Julia Isabel McGarry McLaughlin 1891 1962 1 He attended the schools of Proctor and was a 1939 graduate of Proctor High School 2 After finishing high school McLaughlin was employed by the Works Progress Administration as the leader of recreation activities for the WPA program in Winooski 3 Military service editIn January 1942 McLaughlin volunteered for World War II by enlisting in the United States Army Air Forces 4 He completed his initial training at Sheppard Field near Wichita Falls Texas 4 then served in the South West Pacific theatre 5 Initially assigned to United States Army Air Forces in Australia he subsequently served in the 3rd Bomber Group 6 during the New Guinea campaign 5 and second Philippines campaign 7 In June 1945 he returned to the United States and was assigned to the Army Air Forces Redistribution Center in Atlantic City New Jersey 8 He served briefly at Mitchel Field New York before transferring to the separation center at Fort Devens Army Air Field Massachusetts 6 He was discharged in September 1945 with the rank of sergeant and his awards included the Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with seven battle stars Philippine Liberation Medal and Good Conduct Medal 6 9 Career editEarly career edit After his military service McLaughlin resided in Burlington and attended Saint Michael s College in Colchester 10 He worked as a sales representative for Blodgett Supply Company a seller of plumbing and heating supplies 10 and was later employed in the purchasing department of the local General Electric plant 11 Chittenden County Sheriff edit McLaughlin became active in politics as a Democrat and served as treasurer of the Burlington chapter of Young Democrats of Vermont 11 In August 1954 he announced his candidacy for sheriff of Chittenden County 11 In November he won the general election defeating incumbent Republican Charles Barber 12 After beginning his term in 1955 McLaughlin won reelection in 1956 1958 1960 1962 1964 1966 1968 1972 and 1974 13 a In 1957 he graduated from the FBI National Academy 14 While serving as sheriff McLaughlin was active in the National Parole and Probation Association and served a term as president of the Vermont Sheriffs Association 15 In 1976 he was elected president of the New England chapter of FBI National Academy Associates 16 His efforts while in office included organizing deputies to patrol the county s rural areas and requiring deputies to wear a standard uniform 15 United States Marshal edit In 1977 McLaughlin was appointed United States Marshal for Vermont succeeding Christian Hansen Jr 13 During McLaughlin s term the marshal s office was expanded due to increased workload including the addition of more deputies and a court security inspector 17 In 1979 Vermont s United States District Court was the site of the trial of Kristina Berster a resident of West Germany who was accused of being a member of the Red Army Faction terrorist group 18 Berster was convicted of three felonies and two misdemeanors and McLaughlin received the U S Marshal s Service Meritorious Service Award to recognize his efforts to coordinate the extensive physical security operation executed during her four week trial 18 McLaughlin served until March 1982 and was succeeded by Hansen 19 Retirement and death editIn retirement McLaughlin resided in Burlington and in Florida 1 He died in Burlington on December 2 2003 1 McLaughlin was buried at Resurrection Park Cemetery in South Burlington 1 Family editIn 1948 McLaughlin married Theresa Marie DesVergnes 1924 2013 20 They were married until his death and were the parents of 11 children 1 McLaughlin s son Kevin spent his career with the Chittenden County Sheriff s Department and served as sheriff from 1987 to 2023 21 22 Notes edit In 1974 terms were changed from two years to four References edit a b c d e f Obituary Earle B McLaughlin The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT December 3 2003 p 4B via Newspapers com Proctor High Commencement Is Observed Rutland Herald Rutland VT June 17 1939 p 3 via Newspapers com Winooski Recreation Leader The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT April 30 1941 p 10 via Newspapers com a b 43 Selectees Given Physical Check Up Here Rutland Herald Rutland VT January 6 1942 p 7 via Newspapers com a b Photo Caption Larry Benedict and Earle McLaughlin Rutland Herald Rutland VT August 22 1944 p 12 via Newspapers com a b c Leaves for Separation Center The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT August 28 1945 p 11 via Newspapers com Former Proctor Man Returns From Overseas Rutland Herald Rutland VT May 4 1945 p 10 via Newspapers com Did You Know Sgt Earle McLaughlin Jr Burlington Daily News Burlington VT June 5 1945 p 7B via Newspapers com Local Draft Board Sets New Hours Burlington Daily News Burlington VT September 14 1945 p 10 B via Newspapers com a b Miss Des Vergnes Earle McLaughlin To Be Wed In Fall The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT February 14 1948 p 3 via Newspapers com a b c McLaughlin Candidate for County Sheriff Burlington Daily News Burlington VT August 4 1954 p 3 via Newspapers com Burlington Voters Favor Every Democratic Candidate On Ticket Burlington Daily News Burlington VT November 3 1954 p 3 via Newspapers com a b Donoghue Mike June 21 1977 Names of Gray Carter Sent Carter for Federal Jobs The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT p 1B via Newspapers com McLaughlin Again Running for Sheriff The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT June 11 1964 p 17 via Newspapers com a b McLaughlin Says He ll Seek Fifth Term As Sheriff The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT July 21 1962 p 11 via Newspapers com Sheriff Named To Post The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT June 25 1976 p 9 via Newspapers com U S Marshal s Office Expanded The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT December 29 1978 p 5B via Newspapers com a b U S Marshal Wins Award For Berster Trial Security The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT June 19 1979 p 5B via Newspapers com Rep Hansen Confirmed As Marshal The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT March 18 1982 p 9B via Newspapers com Burlington Couple Wed At Cathedral Burlington Daily News Burlington VT October 25 1948 p B 2 via Newspapers com Murray Elizabeth July 11 2022 Chittenden County sheriff to retire after 36 years The Burlington Free Press Burlington VT Schulman Hall Juliet Robinson Shaun November 9 2022 Franklin County sheriff results remain unclear 2 incumbents ousted in Windsor Orange counties VT Digger Montpelier VT Dan Gamelin won in Chittenden County External links editEarle B McLaughlin at Find a Grave Retrieved from https en wikipedia org w index php title Earle B McLaughlin amp oldid 1140610202, wikipedia, wiki, book, books, library,

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