Dorothy Marie Castillo Lofton native of new Orleans entered into eternal rest on Friday November 22,2013 at the age of 89. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 25 years Thomas Lofton, Sr., She is survived by a host of step grand children Tyronne Sutherland (Carletta), Linda Searcy, Toni Gibson (Jeffrey), Dawn Lofton, Catherine Spooner (Richard) Victoria Frazier (J, C.) and a host of great grand children, cousins and friends. She is also preceded in death by her parents Samuel and Maggie Castillo. Dorothy Lofton graduated from McDonogh No. 35 High School. She studied cosmetology and practiced many years in her career as a Beautician. As a young woman, Dorothy met and married Thomas Lofton, Sr. on December 25, 1955. Dorothy enjoyed an active social life, was care-free, very independent, and had many friends. She lived life to the fullest. She was a faithful member of Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, where she served as an usher for over 30 years. Dorothy also served as Secretary of the "Beautifying" Department. Dorothy is preceded in death by her husband of 25 year, Thomas Lofton, Jr. and her parents, Samuel and Maggie Castillo. Dorothy leaves to cherish her life's memories her Godchildren, Linda Searcy and Toni Lofton Gibson, caring friends Rick and Barbara Adler, Mae Bernard, and Joyce Francis Armstead, along with a host of other family and many, many friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral services at Zion Hill Missionary Baptist Church, 1126 N Robertson St, on Wednesday November 27, 2013 at 9 :30 am. Visitation 8:30 am. until 9:30. Interment Mount Olivet Cemetery and Mausoleum, 4000 Norman Meyer. Arrangement by Heritage Funeral Directors (504) 944-5500. Online guest registry @ www.heritagefuneraldirectors.com.
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