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Harry 'Lofty' Lofgren

Of Dartmouth, died peacefully in Dartmouth General Hospital on September 26th, 2016. Born in Simcoe, Ont., on January 26th, 1934, son of the late Bert and Anna Lofgren. Predeceased by his wife, Elizabeth 'Betty' Lofgren. Survived by his sister, Priscilla Downs, of Ontario; son, Eric (Noreen), Dartmouth; daughter, Ingrid, Barrie, Ont.; grandchildren, Matthew, Mark, Nicole, Illianna; great-grandchild, Tyler; all of his nieces and nephews and their children. Harry’s favorite times were when he had a fishing pole in hand. He had many hobbies which included scouting, square/round dancing, both as a dancer and caller. He was an avid bowler, lawn bowled, played pool and snooker. He was a member of Somme Branch Legion. Harry spent 18 years in the Naval Air element of the Canadian Forces and served aboard both HMCS Magnificent and HMCS Bonaventure. After retiring from the Navy he took on a second career with DND at CFAD Bedford and worked in the torpedo shop until retirement.




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