Margaret Loftus

Margaret (Carlson) Loftus, beloved Mother, Grandmother and Friend, passed away at the age of 96 on May 9, 2013, at The Sweet Life Grand Court care facility in Overland Park, Kansas.

Born March 24, 1917, she was born and raised in Scammon, Kansas, the daughter of Bridget O'Donnell and William C. Carlson.

Her husband John A. Loftus (Jack) of 55 years and her brother John Carlson preceded Margaret in death. Her children, John Michael Loftus (Donna), David Frank Loftus (Janet), 6 Grandchildren and 7 Great Grandchildren survive her.

She is cherished for her warmth, humor and positive spirit. A Hospice volunteer for 8 years, she enjoyed sewing and crafts. She will be interred with the ashes of her forever-beloved feline companion, Chelsea.

Visitation will from 11:00-1:00 p.m., followed by a Funeral Service at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday May14, 2013, at the Amos Funeral Home. Burial will be at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.

Memorial contributions on Margaret's behalf may be made to Hospice of Salina, 730 Holly Lane, Salina, Kansas 67401.