Ward McNeil McLaughlin Jr.

April 19, 1935 – September 10, 2025

An outstanding and caring Scout leader who served the Council, Monticello District, and Troop 37 faithfully for many years, Neil McLaughlin has passed away. Neil started volunteering with Boy Scout Troop 37 in Charlottesville, VA in 1973, the beginning of his life long service to Scouting. In addition to his tenure as Scoutmaster of Troop 37, Neil started and organized the Apple Harvest Camporee for 30 years. Neil was a Vigil member of the Order of the Arrow, Woodbadger, and Silver Beaver Award recipient. His favorite part of Scouting was working with Scouts and serving as an Eagle Scout mentor. Our deepest condolences to the McLaughlin family.

In the Scouting community, we honor, grieve, and share the news of the passing of a valued member in the tradition of founder Lord Robert Baden-Powell by using the trail symbol for “Gone Home.” Baden-Powell’s grave in Kenya bears this circle with a dot symbol and its use is considered a respectful and traditional way to honor the memory of a fellow Scouter.