Michael E Loughney, Petersburg section of Scranton, passed away New Year’s Day at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. His wife of 42 years is the former Elizabeth “Debbie” Roberts.
Born in 1954 in Scranton, Mike was the son of the late Eugene F. and Clare Sullivan Loughney. He was a graduate of Dunmore High School and went on to receive a degree from the University of Scranton. Upon graduation he taught in the Dunmore School District before moving to various other school districts, ultimately settling in the Pocono Mountain School District where he was a guidance counselor. A man of great work ethic, he also worked evenings and weekends for FedEx.
Mike was a true family man. He loved family get-togethers and being with his family and friends. He enjoyed golfing with his friends every Sunday at the Marjon Golf course.
Mike took great pride in his daughters and their accomplishments. More than anything he loved his grandchildren. They were his pride and joy. He will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to have known him.
Also surviving are daughters Lauren Meyers and her husband Mike, Kristen and Sarah Loughney; grandchildren Michael and Charleigh Meyers; brothers Patrick “Nibs” Loughney and his wife Donna and John “Bommer” Loughney and his wife Frannie; sisters Eileen and Marial Loughney and Jean Ehnot and her husband Tom; brothers-in-law Daniel G. Roberts, Jr. and his wife Dr. Maxine and Dr. David Roberts and his wife Marnie; numerous nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; countless friends.
He was also preceded in death by his in-laws, Dan and Barbara Roberts, as well as his great in-laws Edward and Mary Elizabeth Golo.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, January 13 at 11 AM in the Immaculate Conception Church 800 Taylor Ave. Scranton by Rev. Jeffrey Tudgay, Pastor.
Interment, private at the convenience of the family.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Saint Francis of Assisi Kitchen 500 Penn Ave. Scranton, PA 18509 or by visiting https://stfranciskitchen.org
Joseph Pusateri
so sorry to hear about the passing of Michael my prayers go out to the family may he rest in peace I knew mike from his time delivering Fedex to mercy hospital and working with his brother John at the hospital. Mike was a great guy with a very good personality. Always said hello at church. I will keep mike and his family in my prayers.
William J Ross
My sincere condolences to Mike’s family. He was a friend and colleague at Dunmore High School. He was a wonderful person and I am very happy to have known him.
Patricia Pusateri
so sorry to hear about the passing of Michael my prayers and thoughts are with Mike and his family May he rest in peace.
Patricia Pusateri
Sorry to hear about the passing of Michael I will keep Mike and his family in my prayers. Rest in peace mike.
Lenny carlucci
Nobody ever,was better
Mike Linko
RIP Mike. You were a great friend to me. Always enjoyed sharing a few brews with you and watching football. Best times we ever had was at the Penn State games. I’m gonna miss your laugh but you’re up there telling “10 second Loughney” stories to my dad. See you soon
Mike
TOM MCLAUGHLIN
GREAT GUY-LOTS FOND MEMORIES NOTRE DAME FAN-LAST SAW HIM OCTOBER THIS YEAR—RIP BUDDY….
Marnie Roberts
Dave and I are so sorry
Brian Cusatis
So Sorry for the loss of Mike. I worked with him at Pocono Mountain West and enjoyed lots of laughter and camaraderie. Please accept my condolences.
Lori Charnogursky
I’m so sorry for your loss. He was one of my favorite teachers at Dunmore. He will truly be missed by anyone who knew him. May he rest in peace in the arms of the angels.
Keith & Angie Williams and Family
May God bless your family at this difficult time. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Mike was a great guy and he will certainly be missed. May he rest in peace and may you find comfort surrounded by family and friends.
Cathy Mazur
A wonderful guy… like a brother. He will be greatly missed.
Mark Ciocca
It is with condolences and great sadness to hear of Mike’s passing. For many years we worked and carpooled together at Pocono Mountain School District. He was truly an individual to respect having seen him in action as a guidance counselor. He was one of the best.
In our many hours riding together, when not sleeping, the talk was of his pride of family and especially his daughters. Later on when I would occasionally bump into him it was about his grandchildren.
He touched so many lives for the better and he will surely be missed by many.
James McCormick
Mike was just a great guy – worked with Mike in the Dunmore school system for a bit – I got to see Mike quite a bit over the last couple of years either picking up our grandkids at school or at East baseball watching the little ones play ball – his grandson is one terrific player – always enjoyed chatting with Mike – I will miss seeing him at those games – my deepest condolences to the entire family – may he rest in peace – and may all of you find some comfort and peace in your cherished memories of Mike – my thoughts and prayers
Ellen Matthewd
My thoughts and prayers are with Debbie and their wonderful daughters. So many memories of all of us enjoying parties in the yard, Ballet theatre productions and so many other neighborhood activities . A good buddy to Dale and I , they are joking and laughing together in heaven.
Ray Martin
My deepest condolences to the Loughney family. I worked with Mike at Pocono Mountain many years ago, he was a wonderful man and a valued mentor to me. His kindness, work ethic, intelligence and keen sense of humor made all of us who worked with him very fortunate . He will be missed by so many .
Rich Revta
Prayers and condolences to the entire Loughney family. Mike was a good friend
And colleague . May he Rest in Peace
Colin Kearney
Deb and kids
Very sorry to hear of mike’s passing , he truly was a wonderful man
God bless