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Richard Lofink

1943 - 2017

Richard Lofink obituary, 1943-2017, Saratoga Springs, NY

BORN

1943

DIED

2017

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Richard Lofink Obituary

Richard “Dick” Lofink SARATOGA SPRINGS - Richard “Dick” Lofink, 74, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 6, 2017 at his home in Daytona Beach, FL. Richard was born in Albany, New York on July 11, 1943. Dick was the son of the late William and Elaine Lofink. He was also predeceased by his brother William Lofink and his wife of 50 years, Henrietta (Etta) Lofink. Dick graduated from Cohoes High School in 1960 before joining the US Navy where he proudly served as a Seaman. Dick married Etta in 1966 and resided in Cohoes, NY before moving to Saratoga Springs 43 years ago to raise their three children. Dick worked for over 35 years as a Teamster, driving over one million miles in his career. No matter the miles between him and his family, he stood as the rock. He never missed a baseball or football game, a dance recital, a bowling match or a ski trip. He was a devoted husband, father and grandfather. In retirement, Dick and his wife, Etta, enjoyed spending time with their grandchildren. They also loved to spend countless hours by their pool or at the beach. Winters were spent in Florida and summers in Saratoga Springs. Dick was an avid Yankee fan. He enjoyed going to spring training in Tampa, FL and attending live games at Yankee Stadium. Dick is survived by his three children Tracey (John) Bucher of Syracuse NY, Richard (Leanne) Lofink of Wilton, NY and Michael ( Heather) Lofink of Ballston Spa NY; seven grandchildren, Shannon and Logan Bucher, Cole Galvin, M.J. and Dylan Lofink, Ella and Evan Lofink; his brother, Paul (Donna) Lofink of Johnsonville NY; a niece and a nephew. A “Celebration of Life” for family and friends will be on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 from 5 to 7 at William J. Burke & Sons/Bussing & Cunniff, Inc. Funeral Homes, 628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs (518-584-5373). A funeral service will be held 11am on Thursday, November 16, 2017 at Burke Funeral Home. Burial with military honors will follow at 12:30pm at the Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, 200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY. In lieu of flowers the family is honoring Richard’s wishes to continue to support the Neuroscience D5E Nursing Unit. Please send donations in his name to Neuroscience D5E Nursing Unit Education Fund at Albany Medical Center, c/o Albany Medical Center Foundation, PO Box 8928, Albany, NY 12208. Online remembrances may be made at www.burkefuneralhome.com


Published by The Saratogian from Nov. 12 to Nov. 13, 2017.
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Dear Rich and family,

So very sorry to read of your Dad's passing.

Stu

Stuart Byrne

November 15, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time. May loving memories ease your loss and bring you comfort.

Jennifer Hogan

November 14, 2017

To the Lofink Family, We knew your Mom and Dad as neighbors in Florida for a short period of time. Your Mom had a terrific laugh and your Dad a sharp wit, a man with a kind heart. This last October we over lapped in Fl. for a while due to the flood, he was at a loss without your Mom and poured his heart out to us. She use to do most of the talking but now he just went on and on about all the wonderful things in their life together. He was very proud of his kids and talked about the grandchildren and his plan for his car going to a granddaughter. He did look forward to his son coming for a visit in Nov. and then going home for Christmas. We went out to eat one night together and he told us how he and Etta bought the place in Florida, Etta was the brains behind it. We came back to Illinois early but spoke to him on the phone on the Friday before he passed. We will miss him as a neighbor when we return. We are sorry for your loss.

Sandy/Joe White

November 14, 2017

On behalf of Teamsters Local 294 Retirees officers and members I would like to express our sincerest sympathy to Dick.s family and loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Ed Oleski: President Teamsters Local 294 Retirees

Ed Oleski

November 14, 2017

Tracey and the Lofink Family, so very sorry for your loss. May God Bless your Dad and greet him at Heavens Gate. Rest in Peace Mr Lofink, and just know Mrs Lofink will be there to greet you and share eternal peace.
Tim Powers

Tim Powers

November 13, 2017

Rest in peace Dick---- I have never forgotten your kindness and friendship at GTL/VanCurler

Peter ODell

November 13, 2017

Rich, very sorry for your loss. Jen

Jennifer Drautz

November 13, 2017

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William J. Burke & Sons / Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes

628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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William J. Burke & Sons / Bussing & Cunniff Funeral Homes

628 North Broadway, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

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Gerald BH Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery

200 Duell Road, Schuylerville, NY

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