I remember Lou and his wife  Bettylou (as I knew her), being a part of our family reunions and gatherings, when I was younger.  It was always nice seeing them, along with other extended family.  I have fond memories of that.  Later in life, when his wife Betty Lou passed, Lou and I would occasionally get together for a walk around his place on Balboa Island with our dog Ellie. During our many walks and talks, it was apparent to me just how intelligent he was, a knowledgeable Ceramic Engineer who built a successful career and business around it. We would stop at his favorite local coffee shop and get his usual coffee and pastry.  I enjoyed our time together, and I think he enjoyed it too. I remember my uncle Wally joining us for lunch too.  Lou really connected with my husband Keith, as he was an Electrical Engineer and had more in commmon with him to talk about. It was obvious, Lou really enjoyed the more stimulating, intellectual conversation, which I couldn’t provide in that field.  Luckily, he didn’t hold that against me 😆 or at least he didn’t show it. I enjoyed getting to know him more on a personal level and I’m grateful for the times we spent together. 
Rest in peace Lou!  
💕 Rhonda & Keith Duncan and Family

Cousins in Omaha.
Lou was such a lovely man. It was hard for him to lose his eyesight as he loved to read.

Like Roxann said, Lou was the last of the greatest generation! ❤️

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Lou Fanelli

September 19, 1929 – September 13, 2024

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