Craig A. Lofthus, 57, of Burlington, died 11:27 a.m. Saturday, January 6, 2018 at his home. Born May 27, 1960 in Drayton, North Dakota, he was the son of Arlin and Beverly (Nord) Lofthus. Craig worked as a concrete finisher and carpenter from the age of 16 for M.J. Daly and later for Frank Millard Co. He was a hard worker; he enjoyed hanging out and riding motorcycles. Survivors include his parents, Arlin and Beverly Lofthus of Burlington; four children, Joshua (Edna) Lofthus of Mediapolis, Amanda Lofthus of Sanford, Maine, Jacob (Emily) Lofthus of Mediapolis and Cal Chandler of Mediapolis; eight grandchildren; one brother Aaron (Jenny) Lofthus of New London and one sister, Denise Lofthus of Burlington. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents and one niece, Emily Lofthus. The memorial visitation for Mr. Lofthus will be from 5 until 7:00 p.m. Thursday, January 11th in Lunning Chapel where the family will receive friends. According to his wishes, cremation has been accorded.
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