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Edward Loftus Obituary
Edward G. "Ted" Loftus of Dunmore passed away Friday at the age of 60.
Born in Scranton, he was the son of the late Donald E. and Anne Walsh Loftus. Ted was a graduate of Bishop O'Hara High School, where he was a standout basketball and baseball player. He received his Bachelor of Science degree from East Stroudsburg University. Ted was a beloved umpire and basketball referee in local youth sports leagues. His monumental impact on his community will be felt for years to come. He was an avid sightseer and baseball enthusiast. Ted was well known for his can-do attitude and goofy demeanor. He could make anyone laugh in a matter of seconds. He had a big heart that he shared with all those lucky to have known him. He loved his family fiercely and made sure that everyone knew it.
Surviving are a son, Jack and wife, Aspen Loftus, of Las Vegas, Nev.; two daughters, Maddie Loftus, of Harrisburg; and Sydney Loftus, of Dunmore; three brothers, Donald E. and wife, Jeanne Loftus, of Dunmore; Joseph W. and wife, Mariliz Loftus, of Scranton; and Richard "Rocky" and wife, Carol Loftus, of Atlanta, Ga.; and three sisters, Marsia and husband, John Kohanski, of Dunmore; Deanne Loftus and husband, Conall Killeen, of Dunmore; Karen Loftus and husband, Steven Zaretsky, of Hardeville, S.C.; along with many nieces, nephews and cousins.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, July 15, 2024 at 11 a.m. at St. Paul's Church, 1510 Penn Ave., Scranton. Friends may call at the church from 10 a.m. until Mass time.
Arrangements, Albert P. O'Donnell Funeral Home, 2025 Green Ridge St., Dunmore.
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Colleen Ryan
July 8, 2024
Ted will always be remembered fondly in the Ryan family as he was a steady presence at our boys basketball and baseball games for years. He was always so kind and loved teaching the kids. He always had a smile on his face. We were lucky to have known him. Our sincere sympathy to his family
Jerry Valonis
July 4, 2024
To the Loftus Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
To Ted:
I know you´re umpiring up there, but be advised that
Earl Weaver has a terrible temper!!!
Rest In Peace my fellow "Oriole" fan!
Jerry
Suzanne Kilcullen
July 2, 2024
Jeanne, Don & Family: Gone too soon. At this time of tragedy & sorrow, may God bless you and your family. May God hold, your brother-in-law & brother, Ted in the palm of His hand, until he meets his family & friends again. RIP Ted. Prayers are with you. Suzanne Kilcullen
Pat White
June 29, 2024
Don, sorry to read about your brother´s passing. We will remember him in our prayers.
kathy snyder
June 28, 2024
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Very Sorry To Hear This Sad News. Rest in Peace.
Lisa Yantorn
June 28, 2024
My very deepest sympathy goes out to every family member. Ted and I had a very good repore and over the last 11 years being my tenant it grew to a nice friendship. One thing I'm sure of from all our conversations over the years,he loved and cherished his family so much !!
It will be hard for me to get use to not seeing him on a daily basis, either having a small chat, long chat or just seeing him come and go. Again my deepest sympathy. God rest his soul.
Jim E Black
June 28, 2024
Ted was a referee when my daughter was playing a few years ago. I will always remember his carefree attitude and his ability to teach the kids what they did right or wrong when playing,. His Pink high top Converse often gave me a laugh. So sad that he is gone at such a young age, however always treasure the times that folks shared with him May he RIP.
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