Americo "AJ" Loffredo
October 01, 2017
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Americo “AJ” Loffredo, 101, passed away October 1, 2017 at Prairie Hills Assisted Living, surrounded by his loving family.
Americo was born November 30, 1915 Des Moines to Carmella (Compiano) and Nicholas Loffredo. He served in the U.S. Army. On November 25, 1945 he married the love of his life, Katie Foronato. They were together for 55 years before her passing in 2000. AJ had been a salesman at Niles & Jones for 20 years and later retired from the Des Moines Public Schools where he worked as a custodian. AJ loved gardening, dancing with his wife and friends, going to the Southside Senior Center, spending time with his entire family and eating good food. He was an avid Hawkeye and Cubs fan. AJ was a lifelong member of Christ the King Catholic Church.
AJ is survived by his daughter, Toni Flannery; grandchildren, Kelly Babberl, Gwendy Babberl and Jenny (Gabe) Cain; great-grandchildren, Anna and Anthony Babberl and Nona Cain; and many extended family members and dear friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Katie; son, Nick Loffredo; grandson, Todd Babberl; son-in-law, Denny Flannery; his parents, siblings and many extended family members.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Friday, October 6, 2017 at Christ the King Catholic Church, 5711 SW 9th Street. The family will greet friends from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, October 5th with the Rosary prayed at 7 p.m. at Hamilton’s Southtown Funeral Home, 5400 SW 9th Street. A private family burial will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens Cemetery at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be directed to AHeinz57 Pet Rescue in loving memory of AJ.
AJ’s family would like to send a special “Thank You” to the staff of Prairie Hills Assisted Living for the love and care they gave to AJ.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Crystal Heck-Kiefer
09/23/2020
I know its late, but I'm sorry to hear of his passing. He was such a wonderful person. He use to be friends with Norma Lee. They were very sweet to each other!
John & Holli Short
10/05/2017
We are so sorry for your families loss. AJ was a very kind, gracious man. We met him at Prairie Hills this past year because my mother (Joanne) was one of his "neighbors" before she went to be with Jesus in July (& now neighbors again in heaven). I will always remember him coming down the hall in his wheelchair and stopping to talk. One time I had my little 2 year old grand daughter with me and he reached in his wallet and gave her a dollar bill. He will be missed. May the peace and comfort that comes from knowing Jesus be yours at this time.
Pam Cooksey
10/05/2017
So sorry for your family's loss. I clearly remember Mr. Loffredo from Ft Des Moines elementary. He was always smiling and so cheerful. I do not remember all the names and faces; Mr. Loffredo stands out. He was truly a happy and nice man.
Cathy Gearhart
10/03/2017
Toni, I'm so sorry for the loss of your dad. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. The last two visits we had with your dad, I loved listening to him and my dad talk about the old days. They had some great stories! I know your mom was waiting for him with open arms. He will be missed. Your parents and family were always wonderful to my family. Love to you all.
Janet Devine Boggs
10/02/2017
Toni, I'm so sorry for the lost of your dad. Please take care. I know you had lots of love and respect for him. Still do.
Bob and Vicki Bertagnolli
10/02/2017
Sending our prayers and hugs to you all, Tony.....old papa was with you all for a very long time. He will always be remembered by us. I know in the day, he really liked Bob and would talk our heads off, but we loved it. Now he's with his family and friends that went before him having a great ribboreunion in the sky.... love ya
Barb McCloney
10/02/2017
Toni and family, our sincere sympathies for you at this time. Mr. Loffredo was a very nice man and he will be missed by all. We will be thinking and praying for you all at this time.