Earle B. McLaughlin
Earle B. McLaughlin | |
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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 by | Jimmy Carter |
| Preceded by | Christian Hansen Jr. |
| Succeeded by | Christian Hansen Jr. |
| Sheriff of Chittenden County, Vermont | |
| In office February 1, 1955 – July 31, 1977 | |
| Preceded by | Charles Barber |
| Succeeded by | Ronald Duell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 15, 1921 Proctor, Vermont, U.S. |
| Died | December 2, 2003 (aged 82) Burlington, Vermont, U.S. |
| Resting place | Resurrection Park Cemetery, South Burlington, Vermont, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Theresa Marie DesVergnes (m. 1948–2003, his death) |
| Education | Saint Michael's College (attended) |
| Profession | Law enforcement officer |
| Nickname | Buzz |
| Military service | |
| Service | United States Army Air Forces |
| Years of service | 1942 –1945 |
| Rank | Sergeant |
| Unit | 3rd Bomber Group, Fifth Air Force |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | Asiatic–Pacific Campaign Medal with seven battle stars Philippine Liberation Medal Good Conduct Medal |
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.