Robert Luther Lofgren, the son of Luther and Esther (Bergman) Lofgren was born September 18, 1929 in Montgomery County, Iowa. He passed away on Sunday, May 26, 2019, at the Good Samaritan Society, Red Oak, Iowa, at the age of 89 years, 8 months and 8 days.

Robert was raised on a farm near Coburg. He began his farming career at Lenox and Corning, Iowa. Robert was united in marriage to Jean M. Lantz on February 22, 1954, at Stanton, Iowa. They first lived in Adams County, Iowa, before moving to a farm west of Red Oak in 1967. In 1981, they moved to their farm northeast of Red Oak. Robert started farming at the age of 12, when he first planted corn, he truly loved farming. He also custom bailed hay for many farmers. Robert enjoyed spending time with his coffee buddies at various locations. Robert was a member of the Bethlehem Lutheran Church, where he served on the board several terms.

Robert was preceded in death by his parents and wife, Jean on June 12, 2016.

Robert is survived by children: Terri Townsend and husband Steve of Colfax, IA; and Roger Lofgren of Red Oak, IA; two grandchildren: Travis Townsend and wife Kaleigh of Monroe, IA, and Stacie Daniels and husband Shane of Prairie City, IA; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

May God bless his memory and give strength to those who mourn.

Funeral Service will be held
Friday, May 31, 2019 at 10:30 a.m.
At Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Red Oak, Iowa
Burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Red Oak, Iowa
Rev. Dr. Eric Kutzli, Officiating

Visitation with the family on Friday, May 31, from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. at Bethlehem Lutheran Church

Memorial contributions may be directed to Bethlehem Lutheran Church.

Sellergren-Lindell-DeMarce Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.