Carl L. Loeffler, Jr.

Carl L. Loeffler, Jr., 75, of 499 Wolfel Avenue, St. Marys, passed away with his family by his side Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at Penn Highlands Elk.

He was born October 31, 1950, in St. Marys, son of the late Carl “Spike” and Kathryn “Katie” Francis Loeffler.  He was a graduate of St. Marys Area High School, class of 1969 and attended classes at University of Pittsburgh in addition to obtaining his Journeyman Tool and Diemaker certification. Over the years, he worked in many aspects of the Powdered Metal Industry, including Carbon City Products, Quala-Die, Windfall Products, AST and Metaltech Inc.  He shared his knowledge as a teacher at SMAHS before co-founding Arete QIS.

On October 2, 1971, he married Christine DeLullo at Sacred Heart Church.  They were blessed to share 54 years of marriage.  He was a steadfast partner to Chris and together they built a home rooted in faith and love.

In addition to his loving wife, Carl is survived by two daughters: Dr. Julia Wonderling (Eric) and Barbara Adams; a son, Jeffrey Loeffler; grandchildren: Trevor (Brianna Rosequist) Adams, Cassie (Sierra) Wonderling, Allie (Adam) Lovenduski, Bobby Murtha, and Ellie Bender; great grandchildren: Caroline, Josephine, Bobby, Arabella and Evelyn, and another on the way; sisters: Kathy (Dave) Ryan and Teri (Mike) Rigard; brothers: John (Sandy) Loeffler and Tony (Ginger) Loeffler; sister-in-law Carolyn Loeffler; and numerous nieces and nephews.

In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded in death by a grandson, Jordan Adams, and two brothers: Jim Loeffler and his wife Kim, and Mike Loeffler.

Carl was a patient father and constant source of encouragement, taking great pride in his children’s accomplishments and supporting them through every stage of their lives.  One of his greatest joys was being “Papa Carl”. Whether attending events, sharing stories, offering advice, or simply spending time together, he treasured every moment with his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He was an avid outdoorsman, finding beauty in nature, and joy in sharing it with his family.

A faithful and dedicated member of Sacred Heart Parish, Carl lived his Catholic Faith daily.  He generously shared his time and talents within the parish, especially as a lector and sacristan at the daily Mass he faithfully attended.

Carl was a hardworking man with great love for his Catholic faith, his family, and this community. He will be greatly missed.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held in the Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 on Monday, February 16, 2026 at 12:00PM with Rev. Thomas Curry, O.S.B., celebrating.  

Visitation will be held in the Lynch-Radkowski Funeral Home, 169 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857 on Sunday, February 15, 2026 from 3:00PM until 5:00PM.

Memorial donations, if desired, may be made to Sacred Heart Church, 337 Center Street, St. Marys, PA 15857; Elk County Community Foundation for the Jordan Adams Memorial Scholarship Fund, 32 South St. Marys Street, St. Marys, PA 15857; or the Hunt Of A Lifetime Foundation, 2227 Eastern Avenue, Erie, PA 16510.