Louis E. DeMuth

Louis E. DeMuth, 72, of Staten Island, New York, passed away peacefully on May 16, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, Lou lived a life full of love, laughter, and unwavering dedication to those he held dear.

Born on Staten Island to Nicholas and Marie DeMuth on January 9, 1953, Lou was the youngest of six siblings. He was predeceased by his father Nicholas and mother Marie, his stepmother Eleanor, and his sisters Marie Smith, Jean Bye, Ronnie Comstock, and Judie Konecny.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 50 years, Susan DeMuth (nee McClaughry), with whom he celebrated a golden anniversary this past November—a love story that began as high school sweethearts at Wagner High School and stood the test of time, his three loving children, Dena Galvin (Kevin), Aimee Groves (Thomas), and Louis DeMuth, Jr. (Daniela), and eight adoring grandchildren: Jack, Kelly, Danny, Hunter, Madison, James, Savannah, and Isabel. He is also survived by his brother Nicholas DeMuth (Diane), his very close knit brothers in law, sisters in law, and countless nieces and nephews.

Lou was proud of the life he built through hard work and service. He served as a New York City Corrections Officer for 22 years. After retiring from the Department of Corrections, he continued to work in private security at CNBC, always demonstrating a strong sense of duty and protection for others.

He had a lot of hobbies, but his love for family was always his greatest priority. He never missed an opportunity to support his children, and grandchildren attending their sports and activities, and always cheering the loudest. Lou proudly served as President of the Westerleigh Little League throughout the 1990’s. He had a passion for cars, especially muscle cars and slot cars. He built a collection of Matchbox cars that he proudly passed down to his grandsons. He also enjoyed painting scenic landscapes.

Summers at Cranberry Lake in Andover, NJ brought him so much joy. He had many fond memories of his summers spent at the lake for well over 50 years, always ready for a laugh and a good time. His favorite way to relax was cruising around the lake in his pontoon boat during happy hour, enjoying the calm water, good company, and a cold drink. He was an active member of the Cranberry Lake Community Club. He loved being a DJ for local events alongside his brother-in-law Donald Walsh, sharing his love of music and fun with neighbors and friends, and golfing with his buddies. Lou also loved playing poker, whether it was at the lake, at the casino on cruise ships, or at Ralph’s Sports Bar. Lou and Sue shared a love for travel, taking many cruises together and making precious memories on family vacations to Ocean City, Maryland, and Disney World with their children and grandchildren.

One of Lou’s most unforgettable qualities was his laugh—a big, booming, sound you could pick out in any crowd. It was the kind of laugh that made you smile even if you didn’t know the joke, and it perfectly captured the life of the party energy he brought everywhere he went.

To know Lou was to love him. He was quick with a joke, generous with his time, and fiercely devoted to his family. His legacy lives on in the traditions he helped create, the community he served, and the family who will continue to honor him by living life with the same love, humor, and heart he showed each and every day. He will be deeply missed, forever loved, and certainly never forgotten.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation, a cause close to Lou’s heart.