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Thomas Lofton Obituary

WILSON - Thomas Odell Lofton Sr., died June 28, 2009, at the Wilson Medical Center. Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Service and family fellowship will be held at 7 p.m. Friday, July 3 at Calvary Presbyterian Church, 209 N. Pender St., Wilson. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, July 4 at First Presbyterian Church, 414 Sunset Road, Wilson. Burial services will be at 9 a.m. Sunday, July 5 in Rest Haven Cemetery in Wilson. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Calvary Presbyterian Church Building Fund. Arrangements by Hamilton Funeral Chapel, Wilson, NC and Albritton-Carraway Funeral Home.



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Published by Free Press from Jul. 1 to Jul. 6, 2009.

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Arnell/ReEsther Jenkins Everett

July 31, 2009

We are thinking of you in the loss of your husband. May God continue to bless and keep you.

Pennia Fields Ford

July 31, 2009

Yvonne/Family May you find comfort in the many special memories of the one you loved so much. May your memories of your husband/father and the caring thoughts of others comfort you.
Pennia Fields Ford & Family.

Vashti Young

July 6, 2009

Yvonne and Family,
May God continue to strengthen and keep you especially during this time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

The Young-Phillips Family

Wanda Smith- Dawson

July 6, 2009

To Yvonne and the Loftin Family
My deepest sympathy to you in the lost of your dear one, may GOD give you the peace to surpass all understanding and the strength to carry on. Thomas was chosen to coach a team in Heaven that Our Father had organize so He just call his son home, his work here on earth was done. Thomas will always be remember, memories are forever.
The Smith Family of Blount St.

Grace ADAMS

July 5, 2009

Dear Mrs. Lofton & Family,
Sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Mr. Lofton well and was very fond of him. Sorry I was unable to get to the services.
As secretary to the superintendent, I enjoyed working with Mr. Lofton as one of our principals in Wilson. He was a fine man and he will be greatly missed.
My deepest sympathy,
Grace C. Adams

James/Ollie Williams Wesley

July 4, 2009

Dear Yvonne & Family, Remember your husband and all the happiness you two shared...until time can soften your sadness and soothe your tender soul...Understand that nothing, not even death, can ever separate two hearts that knew true love. WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY

Altise Harris

July 3, 2009

Dear Lofton Family,
I just wanted to say thanks for allowing myself and my class to know and grow via Mr Lofton. He was determined, dedicated, and devoted to all tasks that he chose to undertake. I will always cherish the one who called me "Althea". Keep the faith. Love, Altise!

July 3, 2009

We were deeply saddened to hear about the loss of our dear friend Thomas. Although words can never say enough at times like these, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Grady and Ruby Bethel

Corey Best

July 3, 2009

Dear Lofton Family,

My heart goes out to you. I recently arrived back from an overseas business trip and heard a few moments ago that Bro. Lofton had passed. He has been an instrumental figure throughout my life. I grew to know and love him as a student at Elvie Street. May you take solace in knowing that his living was not in vain.

Warm Regards,
Corey Best

Jean Cherry

July 3, 2009

July 3, 2009

You are in our thoughts and prayers. May your faith in God sustain you.
Jean & Waldo Cherry 3 Collinwood Circle Hampton, VA 23666

July 2, 2009

Extending my deepest sympathy to you during your hour of sorrow. Remember the Lord will be with you during your weakest hour. God Bless and keep the faith.
Ella Streeter-Hodge - 115-46 123 St.-So. Ozone Park, NY 11420

July 2, 2009

Extending our deepest sympathy upon the loss of your beloved husband,father and brother.

New York Chapter, Adkin High School Alumni Association. Gloria Jackson, President

July 1, 2009

“To Coach T.O.”

The crowd is gone, the cheers have stopped and all the equipment is put away
But what has brought us here together has broken our hearts on this your home- going day

You have been our coach, teacher, disciplinarian, spiritual leader, head-cheerleader and best friend for many years,
All the while teaching us what the true meaning and value of being in the Trojan family really is.

You led us through the hardest times and the proudest times, too,
Making men of us – just like you.

We became an extension of you and your visions,
While fulfilling our own life’s ambitions.

It is often said that life is a mystery and no one knows what the future holds,
But because of you, we dream big dreams and will forever be bold.

Life has many ups and downs, ”a winner never quits and a quitter never wins,” You shouted loud and often.

Now we realize that these words inspired us to be the men that we have become, and we thank God for all that you have been to us - a father, a teacher, a mentor, our best friend and coach – Mr. T.O. Lofton!


With Our Love and Grateful Appreciation,
Members of Your Athletic Teams



Written by Robert Earl Wilson

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