LOFTUS, THOMAS, P of Walpole formerly of Norwood passed away on June 11, 2016 at the age of 74. Beloved husband of Nancy J. (Mahar) Loftus. Devoted father of Kate E. Loftus of Allston and Christopher T. Loftus of Norwood. Son of the late Thomas F. and Rita C. (Gannon) Loftus. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and his best buddy "Seamus". Thomas grew up in Worcester, graduating from St. Peters High School and then went on to Graduate from MCLA formerly N. Adams State College in 1964. Thomas was a retired Guidance Counselor for the Walpole School Dept. He was a highly decorated US Navy Airman receiving 12 Air Medals during the Vietnam War. He served in Vietnam from 1965-1969 and then served in the US Navy reserves for a total of 23 years, retiring as a LT. Commander. He was also a member of the Norwood ELKS. Funeral from the Kraw-Kornack Funeral Home 1248 Washington St. Norwood, MA Thursday June 16, 2016 at 9am followed by a funeral mass at 10am in St. Timothy's Church Norwood. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday from 4-8pm. Burial will be at Highland Cemetery Norwood. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to a Veterans Charity of your Choice.