Lou was a graduate of St Mary’s High School where he was a standout football player. After graduating he proudly served in the US Navy aboard the USS Enterprise, traveling throughout the world. He then became a commercial electrician, contributing to many local projects.
An avid outdoorsman, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and boating and held a Captains License.
He is survived by his sister Nancy (John) Ziac; his daughter Jen Dawson, grandsons Aidan and Dylan; his son James (Jo), grandsons Nick (Emily) and Josh (Ryann) and nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his partner of over 25 years, Frann Ward along with her sons Tug(Megan) and David ( Jennifer) and her grandchildren who he considered his own.
Following his wishes, services are private.