Andrew C. Loughlin

April 8, 1936 - November 17, 2020

1936-2020 Andrew C. “Andy” Loughlin, age 84, passed away on peacefully on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, at his family home in Albuquerque. He was born in Dublin, Ireland to Michael and Annie Loughlin on April 8, 1936. Andrew came to live in New York City with his uncle Patrick and Aunt Mae at the young age of twelve, after his father had passed away. Andy attended catholic schools and was a graduate of a Brooklyn Prep School named Xavier High School. He worked his way through college by working in the financial district. Andy attended New York University, where he received a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and a Master’s degree in Labor Relations. He retired from NM Dept. of Labor. Andy became a diabetic at the age of 14, but it didn’t keep him from doing what he enjoyed. He was a self-taught harmonica and accordion player. Andy also had a beautiful tenor voice. He played his harmonica everywhere he went, stores, churches, restaurants, family gatherings and special events at Costco. Andy was a kind and humble man. He would always encourage young people to get an education. Andy was a member of a choral and band group at Palo Duro Senior Center. He was also a member of Risen Savior Catholic Church and The Knights of Columbus. Andy and his wife, Domie, made several trips to his beloved Ireland, where they would visit with his brother, Pat, aunts and uncles and extended family. He was preceded in death by his parents, Michael and Annie Loughlin; brothers, Patrick and Michael; sister, Morrine Carroll, all from Dublin, Ireland. Andy is survived by his loving wife, Domie Barba Loughlin; son, Christopher Loughlin Romig, wife Sara; granddaughter, Alexandra of Castle Rock, Colorado and the Barba family from Belen. The family would like to thank Hospice of NM, Dr. May Reyes, Dr. Daniel B. Friedman, and Carmela Mondragon, P.A. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Please sign Andrew’s online tribute at www.romerofuneralhomenm.com Romero Funeral Home, 609 N. Main St., Belen, NM