Patrick Joseph Loftus

Patrick Joseph Loftus, age 79 of Hastings passed away October 3, 2012 at St. Mary's hospital in Grand Rapids of complications from a cerebral hemorrhage.

Born March 24, 1933, in Ann Arbor to Henry J. and Elizabeth G. (nee Baker) Loftus, Patrick lived most of his life in Middleville and Hastings. He served in the 3 ^rd U.S. Air Force 1951-1955, stationed in England and Emporia, Kansas. He worked 33 years at Bradford-White Corporation, retiring in 1994.

He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Iris (nee Horsley), daughter and son-in-law Denise and Dean Garn of Jenison; son, Andrew of Annapolis, MD; grandchildren: Dornier, Banan, Mallory, and Ross Loftus; step grandchildren: Ashlee, Lance, and Nolan Errthum; daughter-in-law, Debbie Loftus-Errthum and husband Scott, brother and sister-in-law, Austin and Marcia Loftus of Manistique; sister, Elizabeth Heidt of Hastings, and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Patrick was preceded in death by son, Terrance in 2004.

Patrick enjoyed camping, fishing and hunting prior to an illness in 1994, as well as watching sports and worldwide travel including several visits to family in England and Ireland. He was an avid fan of everything Irish, especially Notre Dame football. He loved being with family and friends, meeting new people and took an interest in genealogy.

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