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LENARD HENRY LOFTO
Born: Jun 23, 1935
Date of Passing: Feb 16, 2012
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LENARD HENRY LOFTO Unexpectedly, on Thursday, February 16, 2012, Lenard Henry Lofto, beloved husband, caring father, grandfather and friend passed away peacefully at the age of 76 years, following a brief battle with cancer. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife Fernande (nee Painchaud), with whom he shared life's journey for the past 51 years; his children Mona (Gordon Reid), Colleen (Laura Solberg), Garrett (Carol); grandchildren Toni, Caitlin, Meagan, and Kirsten Reid and Logan, Ryland, and Jeran Lofto; siblings Marguerite (Alan) Arnal, Naomi (Claude) Bondy, Gerry (Gladys) Lofto, Elaine (Leander) Ammeter; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law Marcel Painchaud, Noella (Larry) Rose, Diane (Orval) Bernardin, and Pat Painchaud, and many nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Lenard was predeceased by sister-in-law Judy Lofto; brothers-in-law Gabriel Arnal, Raymond Bondy and Leo Painchaud, and nephew Roger Painchaud. Dad was born on June 23, 1935 in Fannystelle, MB to Melvin and Selma Lofto. He grew up on the family farm near Fannystelle where he spent his entire life. Dad loved having mom by his side and took great joy in spending time at home with family, neighbours and friends. Grandpa cherished his grandchildren's visits, working on their special projects together. Dad loved camping, fishing, curling and baseball, and was passionate about the return of the Winnipeg Jets. He enjoyed motor-home rides, taking trips to visit family and friends, and was especially fond of watching his kids and grandkids participate in their various activities. Community involvement was very important to Dad where he served on the Fannystelle Athletic Board for twenty five years, was Councillor in the Municipality of Cartier for eighteen years, and acted as Trustee of the Trinity Lutheran Church in Starbuck, Manitoba, for several terms. Dad's caring ways touched many lives. Dad, we will cherish all the glorious memories you made for us with your unconditional love and gentle heart. We love you and will hold you in our hearts forever. The family would like to thank CancerCare Manitoba as well as our family, neighbours, and friends for all of their support. Memorial service will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, February 22 at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Starbuck, Manitoba. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to CancerCare Manitoba, 675 McDermot Ave., Winnipeg, MB, R3E 0V9; the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Manitoba, 6 Donald St., Winnipeg, MB, R3L 0K6, or to the Trinity Lutheran Church, Box 118, Starbuck, MB, R0G 2P0. NEIL BARDAL FUNERAL CENTRE (204) 949-2200 nbardal.mb.ca
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As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Feb 21, 2012
Condolences & Memories (30 entries)
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It's almost three years since you left us, still hurts like yesterday. Missing you my friend! - Posted by: Roger Gillis (Friend ) on: Feb 13, 2015
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We are sorry to hear of Lenards passing,Our thouhts and prayers are with you and the family. He was a great friend, we shall miss him. - Posted by: Joe & Adel Ewanika (Friends) on: Feb 24, 2012
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, Lenard´s smile will always be in your hearts. - Posted by: Marilyn Meakin (Friend) on: Feb 23, 2012
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A gentle hug and sincerest wishes. Sunny days will find you soon. Take care. - Posted by: Patricia Desilets (Fernande's music student) on: Feb 23, 2012
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Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Always cherish the fond memories in your heart. - Posted by: Eddie & Kathy Richard (Friends of Jerry Lofto & family) on: Feb 22, 2012
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We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Wish we could be there to offer our condolences in person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. - Posted by: Andre and Sherri Misonne and family (family friends) on: Feb 22, 2012
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Mona so glad to be able to talk to you today I remember me flying in to your farm and parking the airplane by the house and having coffee with your mom and dad Yor dad was such a great farmer and I loved talking to him about the crops and etc. We will all miss him. Love you Julie - Posted by: Julie Srogen Zimmerman Gough (very good friend of Mona Lofto Reid) on: Feb 22, 2012
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So sorry to hear about Leonard, my heartfelt sympathies are with you and your family - Posted by: Marilyn Meakin (Neighbour) on: Feb 22, 2012
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We are so saddened to hear of your sudden loss of Lenard. We will truly miss his genuine smile, his kind and friendly ways, and his open hospitality. So sorry we can't be there in person but we will be thinking of you today. See you when we get back Fernande. Brian, Lori and Family - Posted by: Brian, Lori and Melayna (neighbour) on: Feb 22, 2012
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Our deepest sympathy to you Fernande and family. So hard to believe that he has left us so soon. We are still south so will be unable to attend the service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. - Posted by: Rolly & Karen Cyrenne (cousin ) on: Feb 21, 2012
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To all your wonderful family, I offer my deepest sympathies. Je offre Fernande mes plus affectueuses condoléances. Je garde un bon souvenir de Lenard qui m'a toujours accueilli avec son sourire très chaleureux. - Posted by: René Piché (Cousin) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Fernande and Family - you are in our thoughts and prayers - Lenard's kindness will always be remembered as well his chuckle. Love, Gerry & Lorraine - Posted by: Gerry & Lorraine Nadeau (friends) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Our prayers are with you Fernande and your famiy. He will be sadly missed by us, Sorry we could not attend. Be strong. - Posted by: Gil&Joyce Nadeau (good friends) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Dear Mrs. Lofto and family, I am honored to have been able to take care of Lenard during his illness. I was sad to hear of his passing. Take care of yourselves at this difficult time. - Posted by: June Catrijsse (Nurse at CancerCare) on: Feb 21, 2012
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We are so sorry to hear of your loss - Lenard has left you all with wonderful memories that you will treasure for years to come. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Gerry & Val - Posted by: Gerry & Val Carignan (friends) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you Aunt Fernande and Family at this time. My memories of summer holidays on the farm seem just like yesterday. Uncle Len you taught me to work hard and stand tall with a smile. - Posted by: Wayne Bondy (Nephew) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Dear Fernande, and family. Truly sorry to hear of Uncle Lenard's sudden passing. He will be missed tremendously by all. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love and hugs to all. - Posted by: Rod and Charlotte (friend) on: Feb 21, 2012
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To Fernande and family, we hope that you find some comfort in knowing our thoughts and prayers are with you even though we are away and cannot attend his service. Lenard was a great man, and will be sorrowfully missed. - Posted by: Brian & Carole Tinkler (friends) on: Feb 21, 2012
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I have such fond memories of Lenard as I grew up in Fannystelle. His smile will always be something I remember. (((hugs))) to the family. - Posted by: Michelle Painchaud (friend) on: Feb 21, 2012
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There are no words to express our deep sorrow at Lenard's passing. Our hearts are in Manitoba with all of you, as we think of all of our friends and family, wishing we could hug you all! We love you! - Posted by: Rick and Marta Piche' (Friends) on: Feb 21, 2012
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We were sorry to hear about Lenard's passing. Our sympathy to all your family at this sad time. - Posted by: Rudy and Diane Dyck (Friend (through Chabot Implements)) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Very saddened to hear of Lenard's passing. Thoughts and prayers with the family and remembering the good times - Posted by: The Berriault's (Friend) on: Feb 21, 2012
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We are sorry to hear of Lenard's passing. He was a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with Fernande and their family. We are in TX and unable to attend. - Posted by: Frank & Pat Thomaschewski (Friends) on: Feb 21, 2012
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My deepest sympathies to Colleen and her family for their loss. - Posted by: Patti Adams (Co-Worker with Colleen) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Fern and Family: Wayne and I are so sorry to read about your great loss. We are in Arizona and as a result won't be able to attend the service for Lenard. We will be in touch later on. Joanne & Wayne Bradley - Posted by: Joanne & Wayne Bradley (Friends) on: Feb 21, 2012
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My thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. Lenard was always a caring person. Best Wishes, Elaine (Underwood) Tall - Posted by: Elaine Tall (Friend) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Our thoughts and prayers go out to Fernande and family. Lenard was a great cousin and will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered. - Posted by: doug & marilyn erb (cousin) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Dear Fernande & family. My prayers are with you at this sad time. Doreen Buss - Posted by: Doreen Buss (Friend) on: Feb 21, 2012
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We are so sorry to hear of Lenard's passing. He was a great guy. We are in Arizona so will be unable to attend the service Wed. but our thoughts and prayers will be with you all. - Posted by: Ron and Gwen Rasmussen (Friends) on: Feb 21, 2012
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Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time. - Posted by: Lori (Desilets) & Frank Amedick (Relative) on: Feb 21, 2012
