Brian D.

Loftus

Brian D. LoftusJune 30, 1966-September 26, 2026

Brian Dean Loftus, 60, of Engelhard, passed away on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at ECU Roanoke Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie.

Brian was born in Newport, Rhode Island, on June 30, 1966, to the late Thomas W. Sr. and Elaine Elizabeth Jones Loftus.

Brian had a passion for cars and had a talent for customizations. His unique approach to creating tools out of what was available to him if one didn't already exist earned him the name of Gizzmo among many who knew him. He kept this name when starting his body shop, Gizzmo's Restorations and Customs in the 90s, where he specialized in restoring classic cars and show-quality customizations on modern cars. Many of his projects won awards in the North Carolina car show circuit and have appeared in industry publications in the 2000s. Brian would also take this time to help teach others the trade while working on projects.

Per his request, a private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

Surviving are three grandchildren, Max Loftus, Henry Loftus, Levi Loftus; a brother, Thomas "Tommy" William Loftus, Jr. (Floy) of Engelhard; two sisters, Patricia "Trisha" L. Judd (Steven) of Elizabeth City and Kimberly "Kim" L. Gibbs (Paul Harvey) of Engelhard.

He was preceded in death by a brother, Patrick Loftus.

Arrangements are by Bryan Funeral Service, Swan Quarter.