LESMEISTER, CURTIS E. "CURT," 87, of Louisville, passed away Friday, June 28, 2013 at the Hosparus Inpatient Unit with his loving family by his side.
Curt was born June 26, 1926 in Louisville, KY. He was the only son of Rome and Margaret Lesmeister. A 1944 graduate of St. Xavier High School, he received his Accounting Degree from the University of Louisville in 1950. He was a U. S. Army veteran, serving in both World War II and the Korean War, and had 38 years service in the U. S. Army Reserves with a rank of Chief Warrant Officer IV. He was a charter member of St. Pius X Catholic Church, where he was a booster club member and usher for many years.
Curt worked for Catholic Digest and retired after 28 years of service with the Quality School Plan Division of Readers Digest, having worked with various schools around the tri-state area raising funds for school building and curriculum expansion programs and class trips. To many, he was affectionately known as the "Magazine Man" or "Candy Man".
Curt was a member of VFW Post 201, a Kentucky Colonel and an avid card player and horse racing fan. Having married on Derby Day 1951, his wife Mil thought herself lucky he actually showed up for the wedding! Preceding him in death was his son, Richard Curtis; his parents, Ralph Roma and Margaret Lesmeister; and his sister, Doris Reeves.
He leaves to cherish his memory his devoted wife of 62 years, Amildia (Mil) Andy Lesmeister; his son, Stephen Lesmeister (Kathy); daughter, Nancy Lesmeister; grandsons, Craig and Eric Lesmeister and nephews Doug and Donald Reeves, all of whom he loved very much. He was incredibly blessed to have a handful of very close friendships that spanned 65 years or more.
His Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 2, 2013 at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3521 Goldsmith Lane, with a private burial for the family to follow the Mass. Visitation will be 3-8 p.m. Monday at Ratterman and Sons Funeral Home, 3800 Bardstown Road.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Pius X Catholic Church or Hosparus of Louisville, 3532 Ephraim McDowell Drive, Louisville, KY 40205.
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It is hard to believe that Curtis has been gone this long. As I said before, I had such wonderful memories with Curtis and his family as I was growing up. Despite the fact that Curt and his sister were older than I was, they were so kind and patient. They were what family was back then. wonderful people! Rest in Peace, dear cousin Curtis.
Estelle Herzog Zimlich
June 26, 2019
Curt was one of the finest men I have ever known. I loved his Mother, Grandmother and Aunt and have many wonderful childhood memories at their home and ours. My Father and Curtis' Mother were very close cousins. What fun I had with Doris, Curtis' sister who was about ten years older than I. She would let me brush her beautiful long hair and made me feel so special. But that was the norm for the Lesmeister family—everyone was special.
How blessed Curt was to have found his loving wife, Mil. This family of deep faith and dedication to service was an example to all.
What a happy day in Heaven when Curt met up with all his beautiful family and precious Son. Rest in Peace and in the arms of your Savior, dear Curtis.
Estelle Herzog Zimlich
Estelle Zimllich
July 1, 2013
Like Charlie Scott, I have wonderful memories of "Les" from my days in the Army Reserve. He was a fine man and a wonderful role model.
Jim Griffiths
July 1, 2013
Curt was one of the finest men I have ever known. I loved his Mother, Grandmother and Aunt and have many wonderful childhood memories at their home and ours. I thought his sister, Doris, (a number of years older than I)had the most beautiful long hair which she let me brush! My Father and his Mother were very close cousins.
How blessed he was to have found his loving wife, Mil. This family of deep faith and dedication to service was an example to all.
What a happy day in Heaven when Curt met up with all his beautiful family and precious son. There was much celebration!
Estelle Herzog Zimlich
July 1, 2013
I worked with Curt and Mil at Our Lady of Lourdes Scool on their magazien drive. I have fond memories of both. Curt was such a gentleman and Mil's sense of humor made the work fun. Thank you, Curt, for your service to our country. R.I.P. in heaven. Joyce O'Neil
June 30, 2013
I am unable to attend visitation, but have a number great of memories of "Les" (as I knew him). He was my chief in the 590 Personnel Service Co (Army Reserve) for 8 years.
Charlie Scott
June 30, 2013
Curt was a lifelong friend to my deceased husband,Gil. love and prayers Pat Wentzel
June 30, 2013
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