Richard G. Loomis, PhD

LOOMIS, Dr. Richard G., Sr., Ph.D., age 79, of Grand Blanc and Boca Raton, FL, died Sunday, September 14, 2003, at his daughters residence on Lake Fenton.  A Celebration of Life Service will be held 11 am Friday, September 19, 2003, at First Congregational United Church of Christ, 6494 S. Belsay Rd., Grand Blanc, Dr. Max Hayden officiating.  Military Honors will be performed under the auspices of VFW Curtis Wolverton Post #3243.  The family will receive friends from 10 am. until the time of service on Friday at the church.  Those desiring may make memorial contributions in Dr. Loomis's name to Genesys Hospice.  Dr. Loomis was born March 1, 1924 in Big Rapids, MI, the son of Glenn and Anna (Healey) Loomis and was a long time resident of Grand Blanc, having moved to Boca Raton, FL after his retirement.  He married Donna Gotts who preceded him in death in 1995.  Dr. Loomis was a graduate of Traverse City High School, earned Eagle Scout honors, graduated from C.M.U., earned his Ph.D. from Rockwell University and was a veteran of the US Navy having served during WWII.  Dr. Loomis was a former principal of the Genesee Area Skill Center and was instrumental in it's formulation and development.  He was a past member of the Kiwanis and was active at First Congregational United Church of Christ, Grand Blanc and Congregational Church of Boca Raton having served on many committees.  Dr. Loomis dedicated his life to education, helping other people, was a loving husband, father and grandfather, and acquired a passion for tennis.  Dr. Loomis is survived by son Richard G. Loomis Jr. of Otter Lake; daughter Linda Roll and husband Rocky of Lake Fenton; grandchildren Richard J., Nicole, Thomas, Kerry, Kathryn, and Stephen; great grandchildren Cody, Tommy, Lance, William, Kyla, A.J., Thomas, Andrew, Megan and Karys; sister in law Betty Loomis of Fredericksburg, VA; and many nieces and nephews.  Dr. Loomis was preceded in death by his wife, parents and brother Capt. Robert Loomis, Ret. USN.  Friends may share their online condolence for the family at www.sharpfuneralhomes.com.