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Carl Lofgren Obituary
Sturbridge/Fiskdale - Carl N. Lofgren, 89, of 7 Crescent Way, Sturbridge, MA, died, Tuesday April 14 at UMASS Hospital in Worcester.
He leaves his Wife of 69 years, Rita (Martel) Lofgren, 3 daughters, Karen Lofgren of West Dennis, MA, Leslie Lofgren of Worcester, MA and Kim Lofgren of Sturbridge, 2 grandchildren, Heather and her husband Evan Harrison and Carl's new great grandchild, Louie from Salem, MA and Leah Mojer of Nantucket.
He was born in Southbridge the son of Edwin and Examala (Malinoski) Lofgren and lived in the area most of his life, with a 13 year (1964-77) break in New York.
He graduated from Mary E Wells High School in Southbridge, MA in 1948. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force where he proudly served his nation for 4 years as a jet mechanic in the Korean War.
He worked as Executive Chef for Treadway Inns (which is now The Publick House, Sturbridge, MA) from 1953 to 1964. When he moved to New York, he worked for General Electric Management Co as Executive Chef for one of their retreat properties. After leaving there he worked for Skitch Henderson of the Tonight Show, at the Bird and Bottle Restaurant in Garrison, NY. Coming back to Massachusetts in 1977, he took over the Concession at Cohasse Country Club in Southbridge, MA and ran that before opening with his wife, Rita, the very successful restaurant The Whistling Swan and The Ugly Duckling in 1982 until selling it in 2002.
Carl enjoyed traveling throughout Europe and the USA. Favorite pastimes included fishing, golfing, Football and spending time with his grandchildren.
Due to the Covid-19 crisis his services will be private.
Memorial contributions may be made to The Second Chance Animal Shelter, 373 N Main St. North Brookfield, MA 01535
An online guestbook and video tribute are available at www.BelangerFuneralHome.com
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George Chicoine
May 13, 2020
I always remembered Carl for his infectious smile and attitude I worked with Carl in the 1960,s at the Publick House for many years special person r.i.p.my friend
May 2, 2020
Our condolences to the Lofgren family. We have so many fond memories working for the family at the Swan and yes, I was one of the employees he send to the freezer to find the mannequin.
Paul and Mary Pikora
May 1, 2020
To all the Lofgren family, my sympathy on the passing of Carl. He was a great guy I enjoyed working with all of you at the Swan.
Normand Thibodeau
Michele Bernard
April 30, 2020
So sorry to hear of Carl's passing... I have fond memories of him at The Swan and Duck... Sending prayers to Rita, Leslie, Karen and Kim... Michele Bernard (Bramble House Sturbridge)
April 22, 2020
A gentleman in every sense of the word. Many happy times with Carl and Rita. Our deepest condolences to the entire family. Ann Marie and John
Wendy Smith
April 22, 2020
To the Lofgren Family:
I was very sad to read about carl's passing. He was always such a great man! I worked many years for the family, at the Whistling Swan. It was such a great restaurant, with great people! Once the Lofgren Family left there it was never the same! My condolences to Rita, Karen,Leslie & Kim at this very difficult time.
Respectfully,
Wendy Smith
April 21, 2020
Rita, My deepest sympathies to you and your family.I will always think of Carl as a mentor and a great friend. Robert Giguere
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