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Loretta Wolfe Obituary
Attica - Loretta J. (VanHook) Wolfe, 88, Attica, passed away in the I.U. Health Arnett Hospital, Lafayette, on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 7:10 a.m.
Loretta was born in Attica, IN on October 2, 1932. She was the daughter of the late Robert H. and Mary (Butz) VanHook. She was a life resident of Attica, graduating from Attica High School in 1951. Loretta formerly worked at Wolf's Candy Store for 20 years, retiring in 1995.
Loretta was a faithful member of the Attica Free Methodist Church. She enjoyed her Santa Claus collection.
On May 13, 1952, Loretta married Frederick "Doc" Wolfe in Attica.
She leaves behind her husband, Frederick "Doc" Wolfe of nearly 69 years. She also leaves behind a daughter, Pamela Gossett, Morocco, IN and a son, Michael (Kris) Wolfe, Humboldt, TN; three grandchildren, Travis (Laurette) Wolfe, Tyler (Katelyn) Wolfe and Meredith (John) Frank; seven great-grandchildren, Jack, Anneliese, Abigail, Anna-Clark, Madeline, Evelyn and John. Also surviving is a special nephew, Brian Stwalley of Williamsport.
She was preceded in death by a brother, Bobby Dean VanHook.
A special thank-you goes out to Brian for his assistance and care with Loretta and Doc during the COVID pandemic.
A private family gravesite service will be held in the Riverside Cemetery, Attica. Memorial contributions may be made to the Attica Free Methodist Church, 301 N. Sixth St., Attica, IN 47918. Condolences may be made online at www.mausfuneralhome.com.
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Barbara Piper-Weaver
May 8, 2021
Sorry to hear of your family's loss. I know all of you will miss her. I remember her always smiling. Keep your memories close to your heart. May God comfort all of you.
Teal Briles
April 26, 2021
Doc, Mike, Pam and family, so very sorry for your loss! Loretta was such a sweet person! Please know your family is in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. Deepest Sympathy. Larry and Teal Briles
Abeline(Brownie) and Sarah Brown
April 25, 2021
Doc, sorry to hear of your loss of Lortta. She was a good lady. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Sharon Ward-Woods
April 25, 2021
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a lovely, kind lady. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Karen & Quinton Tooker
April 25, 2021
We are so sorry for the loss of Loretta. She was a wonderful woman, and she will be missed! Prayers for "Doc", Mike, Pam, and family.
Cheryl Wurtsbaugh
April 24, 2021
Doc, Mike, Pam and family’s so sorry for your loss she was a great lady.
Tarri Swift Johnston
April 24, 2021
Pam, I am so sorry to hear this.
Rob Eller
April 23, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Patty Doelling
April 23, 2021
So glad I got to visit Uncle Doc and Aunt Loretta last August when they were living at home and full of spunk where she shared old family stories and new observations about aging that made me laugh. I miss those childhood Sunday dinners at grandma and grandpa’s with her, Doc and the cousins, filled with the comfort of being among family. Those were good times. Aunt Loretta - you will be missed.
Jeff Wolfe
April 23, 2021
Lovely lady and very gracious
Always stopped in the candy store to say hello after school or coming from basketball practice. Proud to say she was my aunt.
Joan Beedle
April 22, 2021
Lovely lady. So aorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers. Bob and Joan Beesle
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