Joseph T. Loughlin
1929 - 2017
Joseph T. Loughlin
1929 - 2017
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Born: November 25, 1929; in Brooklyn, NY
Died: November 9, 2017; in Huntley, IL
Joseph T. Loughlin, 87, of Sun City, Huntley, passed away on Thursday morning, November 9, 2017 at Centegra Hospital in Huntley.
He was born November 25, 1929 in Brooklyn, New York, the son of Joseph T. and Margaret (Walsh) Loughlin. He grew up in Brooklyn and graduated from Xavier High School in Manhattan. He obtained his Bachelor's of English degree from St. Louis University. He enlisted in the United States Air Force and served for four years.
Following his discharge he moved to Montgomery, Alabama and began a career in the television broadcast business. Joseph moved through the ranks in the broadcast business working for WLAC Television in Nashville, later, he anchored the 11 o'clock news at WTVT in Tampa, Florida. He became the News Director while he was at WCBS Television in New York and became the General Manager in Milwaukee at WVTV. Joseph joined the Chicago Tribune Stations and served as General Manager in Denver at KWGN Television and then WGN in Chicago, retiring in the late 1980's. In retirement he worked with the Chicago Archdiocese. He was an avid reader and enjoyed swimming, he was a member of the Sting Ray Swimming Club in Sun City.
He is survived by his life partner, Carol Baffa of Huntley; his son, Ian (Shelly) Loughlin of Highlands Ranch, Colorado; his grandchildren, Brody and Owen; his sister, Margaret McGrane of Tampa; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his son, Joseph III; and his sisters, Jeanne and Eileen.
Visitation will be from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 14th at the DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral & Cremation Service, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley and on Wednesday, November 15th at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley from 9:00 a.m. until the 10:00 a.m. Funeral Mass.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the American Heart Association.
For more information please call 847-515-8772 or online condolences can be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com
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Charlie Edwards
December 11, 2017
Always thought of my dear friend and associate as "that charming Irishman". Worked together in Milwaukee for Gaylord Broadcasting. May You rest in peace Joe.
American Heart Association
November 14, 2017
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
November 13, 2017
I am sorry for your loss. Please take comfort in Psalms 29:11, knowing that in difficult times like this, God gives peace and strength. DM
Ray Coughlin
November 13, 2017
Had the honor of working with Joe at the Archdiocese of Chicago. He was a wonderful guy who always had a smile and a great story. I think about him often and now, will pray to him.
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