Elsie M. Loftis

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Elsie Loftis Obituary

Elsie M. Loftis December 27, 1932 - August 12, 2009 SALEM - Elsie died following a courageous battle with Lymphoma. She was born in Densmore, Kansas to Ira Zebedee and Louda Mae Pratt, one of five children. She grew up in Bend and Lacomb, Oregon. She married Olen Loftis in 1961 in Whittier, Calif.; her brother, Ira Pratt, officiated. She enjoyed outdoor activities, working in her flowers and attending church regularly. Elsie was preceded in death by her beloved brother, Walter Pratt. She is survived by her husband, Olen of Salem; son, Bob Loftis of Eugene; grandsons, Joshua and Jacob Loftis of Eugene; brother, Ira Pratt of Salem; sisters, Al Veda Coker of Crescent, Ore. and Linda Buker of Litchfield Park, Ariz. A very special thanks to Evelyn Fandrey and Wanda Lee, dear friends of Elsie's, for all of their help and prayers. She truly treasured both of you... A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m., Wed., August 19, 2009 at Boone Road Church of God, 990 Boone Road S.E. in Salem. Pastor Wilburn Querry will officiate. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Elsie's name to the American Cancer Society or Willamete Valley Hospice, Salem. Arrangements are by Howell-Edwards-Doerksen with Rigdon-Ransom Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Statesman Journal on Aug. 16, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Elsie Loftis

12 Entries

Nadine Erlei

September 11, 2009

Aunt Elsie,
It is so good to realize that you are healed & happy with Jesus in heaven. I know that you'd want your friends & family to know that we can all be with you again one day. It is not too late. The Bible tells us how. You will be missed here.
Nadine (Powell) Erlei

Elsie via Bob Loftis

August 23, 2009

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Dora Pohl

August 22, 2009

Elsie, you were not only a wonderful friend, you were a sister to me from our meeting 28 years ago...you showered my family and me with overwhelming caring and love...how can we ever forget you? How can we ever reconcile with the fact that you are no longer here?

Whenever I find a need to talk things over with you as I was in the habit of doing so often, I will continue doing so, this time I will find you there where you've always been, in my heart.

Once being asked how we should
treat our friends, Aristotle said,
"As we would wish them to treat
us." Asked what a friend is, he
answered, "One soul abiding in two
bodies."
Diogenes Laertius

With all our love, always,

Dora C. Pohl & Family
Salem OR

Blake Phillips

August 19, 2009

Blessings to the family during this time of loss and grieving! May God shine His countenance down upon you and give you peace!

Glenda Loftis

August 19, 2009

I first got to know you when my sister and I talked to you about our dad's illness and death. You had gone through it with both of your parents and you were a great resource and comfort for us.
First you were my friend, later you became my mother-in-law, and eventually grandmother to my boys.
You will be missed greatly by all who knew and loved you.
Thank you for your love and for the big part you played in my life.

Jess Hart

August 18, 2009

I have only known Elsie for about the last 12 months of her life. Elsie had a deep faith and strong beliefs. I appreciated her strength, courage and endurance in the face of the cancer that took her life. Her faith in Jesus never dissuaded her from showing me respect and valuing the relationship more than the issue. I will miss the sparkle in her eye, her wry smile, her great sense of humor. We planned – when she got better that she would go on a motorcycle ride with me. Me hoping that would happen – Elsie knowing it would never be. I will miss you. Love Jess Hart, Bob’s Partner

August 18, 2009

Out thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family and friends durring this time of grief, Elsie we will miss you.
Terry [Messinger] Luden and Family

Annette Schmitt

August 18, 2009

Elsie-You are forever in my heart and your words are always in my mind. I miss you more than I can say. You never gave up on me and I will never forget your love and encouragement. I am so glad that you got to meet my daughter. I really wish that she was able to know you like I did... I love you and the pain that I feel right now is knowing that every time that you would invite me to church, I would always say I will. I should have and now I can't. Your passing will remind me to tell everyone how much I love them, over and over, because I really loved you, but didn't say it enough. I'm sorry.
I miss you.......

Annette Schmitt

Bob Loftis

August 17, 2009

I can't tell you what a strange feeling it is to not have you here, Mom. I miss you. I miss hearing you say, "Hi Son..." when I would call or walk through your door. I miss the way you would pat my hand and tell me it, whatever "it" was, was going to be ok...

I am proud of you and your life. I am proud of how you faced cancer with dignity and courage. Not only am I the person I am today, in part because of your influence as a parent, but I am a better person simply for having known you.

While there is a hole in my heart because you are not here, I am thankful that you now rest in the arms of Jesus and are no longer in pain. I will forever love you.

Love, Your Son

Sandy Muncy

August 17, 2009

I remember some fun times when Aunt Elsie took my sister, Judy, and I to the beach or to Knotts Berry Farm when we were very young. She was always one to play a joke on us or find the humor in a situation.

We pray God's blessings on Bob & his precious family, as well as on Uncle Olen.

Deb Ploub

August 16, 2009

To MY breast buddy Elsie dear one to my heart! I love you and never will forget you!

Staff of Howell-Edwards-Doerksen with Rigdon-Ransom Funeral Directors

August 15, 2009

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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