You may have gotten this sad notice by other means. John died on Monday afternoon after battling cancer for years.

There will be a service at St. John’s Episcopal Church, 9120 Frederick Rd., Ellicott City, MD 21042, Saturday 9/21/13 from 10-11 a.m. With the service beginning at 11 and reception on the grounds to follow.

http://maryland.obituaries.funeral.com/2013/09/17/john-mclaughlin/
(also click the link that shows the full notice – It’s on the page that shows up when you click the link I have above)
Nancy wanted everyone to know that they will have a mic and podium there for anyone that would like to share some stories.
She also wanted the tone to be strong and positive, the same way John lived his life until the end.