Arielle Josephine Lounsbury Loftus

Arielle Josephine Lounsbury Loftus, 77, of Salamanca, New York died Friday evening, January 23, 2015 at her home.

Born August 1, 1937 in Salamanca, New York, she was the daughter of the late Clair and Evelyn Lindell Lounsbury. She was married on May 27, 1961 at St. Mary’s in Little Valley to Mr. Michael K. Loftus, who survives.

She was a graduate of Salamanca High School, Class of 1957.

She had been employed as a Sales Associate for the Betty Lou Shop, Norton’s Dress Shop, and Lib’s, all in Salamanca.

Surviving besides her husband are: two daughters, Martha (Tom) Quigley, Amanda Montgomery, both of Salamanca, NY; a grandson, Kellen Quigley, Salamanca, NY; an aunt, Shirley Lindell, Great Valley, NY; several cousins, nieces, and nephews.

She was predeceased by a brother, Rodney Lounsbury, a sister, Sibyl Lockwood, and a son-in-law, Stephen Montgomery.

At her request, there will be no visitation.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the O’Rourke & O’Rourke Inc Funeral Home, 25 River Street, Salamanca, New York.

E-condolences can be sent to john@orourke-orourke.com or posted to facebook.com/onofh.