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Patrick Loughran Obituary
Patrick Michael Loughran, owner of Fio Rito's Restaurant in Los Alamitos passed away from congestive heart failure on January 2, 2012. Pat is survived by his wife of 53 years, Phyllis, daughter Patricia Brand and her husband, Craig; son, Kenneth Skinner and his wife, Cecily. He also left three grandchildren, Dylan, Riley and Gregory and his wife, Melissa and three great grandchildren, Eric, Brett and Rachel. Pat also left behind his twin sister, Margaret; sister, Anne and was predeceased by sister, Kathleen Schneider. Pat was born in Clifton Springs, New York on February 9, 1926 of Scottish and Irish parents. Pat joined the Navy in World War II during which time he did a tour of duty in Japan. After the war, he returned to Long Beach, California where he met his future wife, Phyllis. Eventually they bought Fio Rito's Restaurant which they have owned for over 35 years. Pat was a real "people person". He was genuinely interested in and liked everyone. He knew where they were born, how old they were and what they did for a living and everyone loved Pat! He was truly a unique, kind, generous man. He had a joke for every occasion and always saw the humor in life. He was a long time member of El Dorado Park Community Church, 3655 Norwalk Blvd., Long Beach. His Memorial will be held there, Saturday, January 7th at 2:00 PM. Please sign the guest book at www.presstelegram.com/obituaries.
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Gerry and Mary Clement
January 11, 2012
We are sorry to hear of Pat's passing. He was a good friend to all. We enjoyed talking about the area of the country we came from. He was a true good friend and he will be missed. God Bless and Keep Him.
Rick & Mary Finger
January 7, 2012
Before we moved to Texas in 2005, Mary and I were frequent diners at Fio Ritos, laughing at Pat's jokes and enjoying his company. I still tell all of Pat's jokes that I can remember today. We remember Pat as being on of the warmest and friendliest men we've known. Pat has given us 35 years of great memories that we will always cherish as long as we live. We pray for God's special healing for the hearts of Pat's family, employees and friends. God Bless, Rick & Mary Finger
January 7, 2012
What a special man Pat was indeed. I grew up in Rossmoor and the Hayward family enjoyed many years of wonderful meals at Fio Ritos -my father Ed Hayward and Pat enjoyed many great chats, God bless the loved ones left behind.
January 7, 2012
Pat was one of the truly great guys we have known. We will miss his visits to our table and of course the jokes. Deepest sympathy.
Jim and Lorraine Mayer
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Kathryn Perry-Risica
January 6, 2012
Pat was such a nice Man, I will miss seeing his happy face as well as listening to his many jokes while on my work break in the afternoon. My thoughts and prayers are with his Family and his beloved Employees.
Lauri, Shawn, Shannon & Allen McLean
January 6, 2012
Pat certainly redefined the term "good man." He was a true friend to everyone he met. Pat will be sorely missed by all who knew and loved him. His contagious sense of humor was appreciated by all who knew Pat. Our condolences to his lovely family.
Lori DeCorsey
January 6, 2012
My sincere condolences to the Loughran family. I was an employee at Fio Rito's in the early 1980's, working as a waitress. I really enjoyed working for Pat and remember how he would stop and talk to all the customers. He always had a joke or two and made my working hours a lot of fun! I know he will be missed by many, many people.
Paul Mittan
January 6, 2012
To the Loughran family sorry for your lost as I lost my father a few months ago also. Pat was a really nice guy and love spending a few minutes with him. Fio Ritos was my first job in the early 70's and the service and food has been great since than.
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