Attica - Loretta J. (VanHook) Wolfe, 88, Attica, passed away in the I.U. Health Arnett Hospital, Lafayette, on Thursday, April 22, 2021 at 7:10 a.m.
Loretta was born in Attica, IN on October 2, 1932. She was the daughter of the late Robert H. and Mary (Butz) VanHook. She was a life resident of Attica, graduating from Attica High School in 1951. Loretta formerly worked at Wolf's Candy Store for 20 years, retiring in 1995.
Loretta was a faithful member of the Attica Free Methodist Church. She enjoyed her Santa Claus collection.
On May 13, 1952, Loretta married Frederick "Doc" Wolfe in Attica.
She leaves behind her husband, Frederick "Doc" Wolfe of nearly 69 years. She also leaves behind a daughter, Pamela Gossett, Morocco, IN and a son, Michael (Kris) Wolfe, Humboldt, TN; three grandchildren, Travis (Laurette) Wolfe, Tyler (Katelyn) Wolfe and Meredith (John) Frank; seven great-grandchildren, Jack, Anneliese, Abigail, Anna-Clark, Madeline, Evelyn and John. Also surviving is a special nephew, Brian Stwalley of Williamsport. A special thank-you goes out to Brian for his assistance and care with Loretta and Doc during the COVID pandemic. A brother, Bobby Dean VanHook preceded her in death.
A private family gravesite service will be held in the Riverside Cemetery, Attica. Memorial contributions may be made to the Attica Free Methodist Church, 301 N. Sixth St., Attica, IN 47918.