Randal Lofquist

Stubborn and feisty by nature, Randy Scot Lofquist held to his convictions and his strong will enabled him to argue his point as he felt so inclined. One thing was for certain and that was the fact that Randys greatest joy in life was working on cars and doing anything that involved them. Although he died of a debilitating disease that cost him much throughout his life, he will be long remembered for his great skill and trade. As the nation welcomed Hawaii as the 50th state, life in America was booming with industry and manufacturing. The American dream was realized as families moved into the suburbs while the new 59 Chevy Station Wagon was all the rage. Technology was at an all time high when NASA introduced Americas first astronauts to the world and the computer modem began it's infancy. While tensions began to grow overseas with talk of impending war, Richard and Judith (Crowley) Lofquist of Muskegon, Michigan celebrated the birth of their second son, Randal Scot on April 13, 1959 in the spring of that year. Randy enjoyed a typical childhood growing up in the lakeshore community of Muskegon and found his share of mischief as child along with his older brother Richard and younger brother Rodney. Life for Randy was simple as he enjoyed the company of many friends and was inclined to have a good time. His father earned a living as a car painter and instilled in Randy unlimited knowledge about cars and engines. It was through his dad that Randy developed a lifelong love for cars and working on them. At the age of 18 Randy was diagnosed with a hereditary kidney disease that would one day take his father, but Randy didnt let the disease get the best of him. Stubborn as he was, Randy was the sort of guy who didnt listen to the doctors or do what they told him. Even at a young age Randy lived his life the way he wanted. Throughout his schooling Randy attended Reeths-Puffer Public Schools and while in high school Randy became sweethearts with Charlene Suchy. After dating for a time the two soon married shortly after graduating from high school. At the age of 20 Randy became a father when daughter Brandi was born in 1979. Although his marriage to Charlene ended in divorce, Randy was thankful for having Brandi in his life. As his kidney disease progressed, Randy continued living life the way he wanted and set out to enjoy every moment. With his love and vast knowledge for cars the most typical work for Randy to go into was the auto body repair business. For more than 20 years he worked at Superior Auto Body before establishing his own repair business out of his garage at home. During this time Randy met Roxanne Scott and developed a lasting relationship. Along with Roxannes two children Shannon and Dalton, the couple together had a son in 1986 naming him Anthony. These years proved to be a content time for Randy as he and Roxanne formed a happy and loving home for their family. Randy continued providing an income while working on the cars he so loved. If it had a motor and wheels, Randy found pleasure working on it. A regular at the local race tracks in the area, Randy made many friendships over the years taking in the races at Winston, Berlin and Thunderbird raceways. He even raced himself for a time and then went on to help other racers in the pit. Sharing many enjoyable weekends together, Randy often packed up the kids and headed to the tracks with his grill for fun filled cookouts and good times. The kids made many friends as they played along with the other children there. When Randy would say, Lets get dirty the kids knew they were in for a fun time helping Randy work on the cars. As the children became older Randy made sure they always had a go-cart or two around the yard along with mini bikes and dirt bikes to enjoy. Although Randy and Roxannes time together ended after 12 years, Randy continued his love for cars and his business working on them. Along with a stubborn nature Randy was just as opinionated. His opinion and take on things was always right in his eyes. Although it made for some pretty heated discussions throughout his lifetime, Randy stood firmly by his convictions. This also gave him the tendency to be somewhat of a complainer as he liked things done his way. In time he met and married Christina Landis and during their marriage they shared the joy of having two daughters together, Randi Anne and Leena Nicole. While Randys kidney disease began to take a toll on his health his marriage to Christina also ended and they divorced in 2002. Randy remained determined with his strong will to live life the way he wanted and enjoyed. Over the years Randy found interest in fishing during the summer and in the winter he liked ice fishing along with snowmobiling with friends. The last ten years became a tough time for Randy as he struggled with the effects of his disease. Although he was forced to go on dialysis two years ago, he didnt allow it to get him down and pursued an active life as much as he was able. He took up the game of golf during the last few years and eventually moved in with his son Tony. Sadly, the kidney disease eventually got the best of Randy and after years of struggle he died on Thursday, October 1, 2009 at the age of 50. Randy is survived by his son, Anthony Lofquist of Twin Lake; daughters, Brandi (Gregory) Maynard of Muskegon, Randi Anne Lofquist and Leena Nicole Lofquist; stepchildren, Shannon (Benjamin) Jager of North Muskegon and Dalton Scott of Twin Lake; grandchildren, Alex, Arin, Tessa, Lanie, Brianna, Tuff, Hunter, Colby, Kyleigh, Maddie, and Shilah; his brother, Rodney (Cathy) Lofquist of California; his sisters, Shawn (Jerry) Dugan, Cheri Lofquist; a special aunt, Anita Norberg of Twin Lake; special friend, Roxanne Scott; many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Richard Lofquist. To celebrate Randys life, a Farewell Party will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2009, 3:00 PM at 3071 Erskine Road in Twin Lake. Please visit www.clockfuneralhome.com to leave a memory, submit a favorite photo or to sign his online guest book.