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Earl Loomis Obituary
AGE: 79 • Elkton
Earl Herbert Loomis, SRA, 79 passed away in Elkton, MD on Wednesday, February 25, 2015. Earl was born on November 22, 1935 in Chester County, PA to the late Earl Russell Loomis and Gladys McCorkle. He was a graduate of Downingtown High School in Downingtown, PA then attended Goldey-Beacom College in DE graduating with an associate's degree in Accounting and Business. Earl worked at First Federal Savings Fund in Wilmington DE where he served as Vice-President for 19 years. In 1982, Earl started Loomis Appraisal Company where he worked as a Real Estate Appraiser and he also taught appraising thru Loomis Appraisal School. He was a member of The Newark Rotary Club, Newark Country Club and the Newark United Methodist Church in which he was very active. Earl enjoyed golfing, camping with his family, going to various beaches for relaxation and spending time with his children and grandchildren.
He is survived by their daughters, Keely Wikstrom and her husband, Kevin of Newark, DE and Shelley Veasey of Baltimore, MD; 4 grandchildren and several great grandchildren.
A visitation will be held from 6-8pm on Thursday, March 5, 2015 at the R. T. Foard and Jones Funeral Home, 122 W. Main St., Newark, DE 19711. A service will be held at 11:00am on Friday, March 6, 2015 at the Newark United Methodist Church, 69 E. Main Street, Newark, DE, 19711 where family and friends may visit starting at 10:00am. Burial will follow at Cherry Hill Methodist Cemetery in Elkton, MD. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Newark United Methodist Church, c/o R. T. Foard & Jones Funeral Home, 122 West Main Street, Newark, DE 19711. To send condolences please visit www.rtfoard.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Earl Loomis
Vikki Bandy
March 6, 2024
You and Maryanne are not forgotten. Continued prayers for Keely and her family.
Nancy Dixon
May 3, 2023
Still missing my sweet friend every day. So many times I wanted to pick up the phone and call. Rest In Peace!
Debbye Kauffman
February 26, 2023
Earl I miss you and Mary Ann more than you know. You were both so special to me and came into my life at the worse time. We had just lost our kids we became support for each other. I was lucky to have you in my life and miss you
Holli Gravett
February 24, 2022
I miss you; but know that you are near, and I think about you often......"now what would Earl do?" while still doing what you so aptly and graciously taught me to do 23 years ago
Nancy Dixon
February 27, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Holli Gravett
February 25, 2020
Wish you were here...miss your laugh, your goofy jokes, your quick wit and good humor...we ALL do...;)
And every summer, when we cook crabs, I think about that hilarious story of you conducting crab races on your kitchen floor to the dismay of your wife...omg...so funny
Vikki Bandy
February 24, 2020
You and Maryanne remain in my thoughts. I will never understand why this tragedy had to happen.
Keely Wikstrom
February 25, 2019
Daddy... I can't believe it has been 4 years... I miss you so much. I think about you, all you taught me or one of your words of wisdom everyday! You are always in my heart. I love you Daddy, keep watching over us!
Holli Gravett
February 25, 2019
Four years...I can not believe it has been four years....the is a hole in this community because you have slipped through....you are in my thoughts always, as there is rarely a day that goes by that some impact of your generosity and wisdom does not guide me in some way...thanks always Earl...
Vikki Bandy
February 24, 2018
I think of Earl and Maryanne often. Such a loss for so many.And so senseless. You should still be here making corny jokes and chasing golf balls. I miss you both.
Don Wilson
May 1, 2017
Earl I always looked forward to taking continuing education classes with you as the instructor. I remember those great stories you'd tell and your sense of humor. You always kept us laughing as much as you kept us learning. Always with a smile on face. I take comfort in knowing that people like you can only be resting in peace because you were truly one of the good guys!
Keely
February 24, 2017
Daddy,
I miss you so much! I know it will be 2 years, however I still feel like it was only yesterday that I lost you. I talk about you everyday. I think about you and one of you goofy sayings everyday. I remember everything you taught me. I keep my memories close all the time. My heart is broken and I will never be the same. Please watch over all of us and give us the strength to keep going. I love you and miss you so much! Love, your daughter Keely
Holli Gravett
April 8, 2016
Dear Earl, Yesterday I stopped at the roadside marker of your grandson, who died so tragically in that car accident over 17 yrs ago.......you were teaching the "How to Become an Appraiser" course at the time of his death and we, the students, weren't sure what would happen after we heard the news. However, being the extraordinary man that you are, you came and taught the class the day after his death anyway. You were/are a true example of selflessness and the Golden Rule...........a giant of a man and a special human being..........we all cried with you and loved you even more for your strength..........maybe that's why you have moved on now............you are needed somewhere else to teach and share your gifts........so missing you every day and not a day goes by that I don't think of you in sweet sadness.
Pat McDerby
March 5, 2015
I met Earl in the early 1980's. He was always a friendly, helpful and kind person. So very sad.
Pat McDerby
Brenda McCleary
March 4, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to family also my most sincere and deepest sympathies !
Frederick Giebel
March 10, 2015
I knew Earl professionally. He was kind, polite, honest and always a gentleman. He was a tribute to his profession and humanity. His passing brings great sadness.
Annie Slater
March 9, 2015
So sorry to hear about this terrible loss. I had the privilege of being Earl's student for about seven cycles of continuing education for appraisal license renewal, here in New Jersey. I was truly grateful each time I heard that he would once again be making the trip up to South Jersey to teach us. He made the classes interesting, informative and always a little fun with his stories. A dear friend of mine summed him up well when he told me the sad news..."he was a gentleman" he said. He was a gem! Rest in peace, dear Earl. God Bless you and your lovely wife. Many thoughts and prayers for your family and friends - Annie xxx
SMS Samuel B Cook, USAF-Ret
March 9, 2015
Saddend by his passing along with wife Mary Ann in thier Elkton home. Earl and I were class mates from 1954 to 1956 at Goldey-Beacom, then located at 10th & Jefferson, Wilmington. I too received AS degree in Business-Accounting. I recall using Earl's appraisal service in the 80's while living in Glenville,Stanton-Newport area. Peace be with you, Earl and MaryAnn.
Debbye Kauffman
March 9, 2015
I will miss you my dear friend.
Sonja Bevan
March 7, 2015
These two people were so kind, thoughtful, helpful and loving to everyone! They will surely be missed, but they are in a much better place with their loving God. Our prayers are with their family and friends during this loss.
Gary Parker
March 5, 2015
Rest in Peace. Prayers and condolences to the family. God Bless.
Tina Jones
March 4, 2015
We will miss you caring heart and love for kitties.
Heart and prayers are with the family
Monica Hill
March 4, 2015
Earl impacted so many of us in the real estate industry... even REALTORS who might not be familiar with his name. He was a consummate professional and an invaluable resource for all of us in the industry. May God grant peace to his family.
Crystal
March 4, 2015
Thanks for your assistance with my appraisals. You and your wife were always friendly to me. You will be missed..Prayers to the Family
March 4, 2015
My prayers go out to the family of Mr. and Mrs. Loomis.
Nicolette Shuhart (Sutton)
March 4, 2015
Billy and Nancy (Aunt Nancy) Dixon, would like to express their heart felt sympathy to the family of Earl and Maryann Loomis. Your Mom and Dad will be greatly missed. Love, Aunt Nancy
Bill Dewberry
March 4, 2015
Such a shocker.....what kind and loving people......may the many fond memories comfort the family in this time of sorrow. We know that their Lord and Savior has His arms wrapped around them ---which gives us comfort.
Patricia Ennis
March 4, 2015
My deepest sympathy on the tragic loss of Mr. Loomis and his wife. I only knew him briefly through the board of Real Estate Appraisers and will miss him at our monthly meetings. "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal", " Love leaves a memory no one can steal".
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