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Vol 145, NO. 2
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Gloria’s Corner and Words To Think About
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December 29, 2016
Committee aiming to erect statue of “legend” Max Lofy
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By Anthony Victoria
Colton Police distribute toys to young patients at Arrowhead Regional A6
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Displaced Ashley Furniture Workers rallied around the company’s homestore on Labor Day.
Unforgettables Foundation walk to honor “Little Lives” A12
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the mariachi group Sonidos De Mi tierra performing the song “cielo rojo (red Sky)” at this year’s San Salvador church Fiesta.
2016 on page 2
everal residents are aiming to erect a statue to commemorate the life and accomplishments of youth advocate Max Lofy. “When I spoke at Max’s funeral, I challenged the city leadership to erect a statue,” expressed Ray Carver, a member of a committee working to raise funds for the monument. “He’s a legend in Colton.” Carver is asking residents to donate to the Max Lofy Foundation to help raise funds for the statue--estimated to cost around $75,000. “No donation is too small,” said Carver. Lofy passed away last year on February 6 due to heart failure. He was 86 years old. Residents have paid tribute to Lofy by revisiting memories of their youth, in which, according to them, Lofy played a significant role. They spoke of his kindness and commitment to the community. Lofy was involved in mentoring the city’s youth for over 50 years, serving as a coach, manager, sports official, recreation director, and councilman. According to many residents, the longtime pioneer was instrumental in establishing the Carl Rimbaugh Girls Softball League. He served as the city’s recreation director for 23 years, which saw him as an advocate for the development of the Hutton and Luque Community Centers. He was also responsible for creating Student Government Day. ”Max went out on his own time to hit ground balls to guys like Ken Hubbs and Ted Houseley,” said Carver. “He was never mad at anyone...he was just a great guy. Everybody to him was the same.” For more information, contact Parks and Recreation Director Deb Farrar at debfarrar@coltonca.gov.