Born at Kansas City, Kansas, on January 18, 1919, Mr. Loftus completed nearly 35 years of service to his State and Nation with his retirement effective September 30, 1977. He served with distinction for three years in Europe during World War II and for two years in Korea during the Korean Conflict with the 2nd Infantry Division. His long association with the Kansas Army National Guard as a full-time technician at Pittsburg and Coffeyville brought credit to himself and the units in which he served. His work in manning the force (recruiting and retention) made him a legend in his own day and his actions serve as a model for others to follow. Mr. Loftus resided at Frontenac, Kansas, and died on April 23, 1982.