ARTHUR F. LOUX

1944 - 2013

BORN

1944

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

Kansas City Funeral Directors, Inc

4880 Shawnee Drive

Kansas City, Kansas

ARTHUR LOUX Obituary

Arthur F. Loux, 69, of Stilwell, KS, died peacefully at his home on December 29, 2013. He was born on October 16, 1944, in Port Jervis, NY, to the late Sylvia Lauer Loux Dewey and Arthur Francis Loux. He grew up in Milford, PA, graduated from Lehigh University in 1966, and worked for 30 years in computer systems at Mutual Benefit Life (later Fortis). He found his true vocation in the study of American history, becoming a nationally recognized expert on the assassination of Abraham Lincoln. Shortly before his death he completed work on his book, a day-by- day account of the life of John Wilkes Booth. Over the years he visited the graves of hundreds of Civil War generals. He enjoyed playing the guitar, banjo, and harmonica and planning landscaping projects for his yard. Surviving are his wife of 41 years, Kathleen M. Loux; daughters Jennifer R. Loux (Melvin P. Ely), of Richmond, VA, and Lauren M. Ryon (Sean), of Parker, CO; grandchildren Kaylie E. and Andrew L. Ryon and Nathaniel P. Ely; sister Patricia A. Aber (Irving); and brother Richard J. Loux. Celebration of Life, Saturday, Jan. 4, 11:30 am at Kansas City Funeral Directors, 4880 Shawnee Dr., KCK. Visitation at 11 am. Kansas City Funeral Directors 913-262-6310

Published by Kansas City Star on Jan. 2, 2014.
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I still miss you Art. You were the most humble man I ever knew.

April 8, 2017

Yesterday was the 15th annual Lincoln Assassination conference put on by the Surratt Society. Art, his wonderful research, and his passion for sharing with everyone, was brought up time and time again. The Surratt Society announced that this conference was in memory of our great friend and mentor, Art Loux, as a tribute to his legacy.

We miss you, Art, but through your generosity you are still a crucial part of the history you so loved.

Dave Taylor

March 16, 2014

Art was a wonderful neighbor and good friend. He had a very diverse personality, able to understand very complex ideas and at the same time find humor in the simplicity of everyday life. His good humor more often than not was applied to himself. We will miss the fun visits and are very grateful to have had Arthur as a friend.
Martha and Ben Graves

Martha Graves

January 3, 2014

Art, my cousin, became an internet friend, sharing his love of history of all sorts, he helped me fill in gaps of knowledge on our own family, sharing pictures and his work on collecting information about our ancestry. Thinking I might have something about the family he did not have, I would send it to him, only to receive the message of "Yes, I knew that, but did you know that..." Always a delight on so many levels. I will miss the sharing of information, wit and friendship that we had. I am sorry that I never had the chance to see him again and to meet his family. He was everything that all have said and more.
Vaughn

Vaughn Lauer

January 3, 2014

It was my good fortune to work with Art over many years at MBL - Fortis - Assurant. He was well respected and made systems development understandable from the user perspective, not an easy task. We became good friends after our work years as my wife, Sue and Art's wife, Kathy, bonded. Whenever Abe Lincoln is mentioned or is the subject of a book or movie, we are truly grateful that Art shared his unique insight with us. Our fond memories will keep Art in our hearts forever.

Mike & Sue Richards

January 2, 2014

I never met Art, but after hearing all the fond memories his friends have shared of him, I wish that I would have gotten to know him. He sounded like an amazing man who lived a long and fulfilling life. He did what he loved and was surrounded by the people he loved and the people who loved him. An irreplaceable light has been extinguished. Rest in peace, Art. The world will miss you but will keep your memory forever alive and remember you well. To your loved ones left behind, you are all in our prayers.

Kaitlyn Ramirez

January 2, 2014

Art, you were such a good friend and mentor. I learned a lot from you over the years. We challenged each other politically and laughted at some of the absurdity. I'll really miss our breakfasts. Shalom.

Tom Balke

January 2, 2014

Kathleen, Jen, Lauren, Mel, Sean and grandkids: you all know how much we loved Arthur - what a wonderful friendship we all shared. We will miss Art so very much but thankful for all the wonderful memories. Prayers are with you all.

Don and Linda Lambeth

January 2, 2014

Art and I worked together in Newark, NJ, and then in Kansas City for many years. We shared laughs, concerns, and even tears (both joyful and sad) over that time. The memories are precious though too plentiful to recount.

How gratifying it now is to see Art's lifelong passion acknowledged in the acceptance of his book on John Wilkes Booth!

My wife and I will miss his wit, knowledge, opinions, and, above all, his presence. In mimicking the New England accent of a colleague of ours, I have countless times said, 'Hi Ott'. Today, I sorrowfully say 'Farewell, Ott'.

George Phillips

January 2, 2014

To Aunt Kathy and Family, Uncle Art will truly be missed by all who knew him. I for one am very proud to have known him and to learn about all his accomplishments. Thoughts and Prayers are with all of you. Love, his Niece Debbie Howey and Family

Debora Howey

January 2, 2014

I was an email friend of Art's for 13 years. He was constantly sending me things I could use on my Abraham Lincoln website. He shared his information selflessly and never wanted any credit. I grew to love Art.
He was an outstanding individual who will be greatly missed. It was truly an honor to know him.

Roger Norton

January 2, 2014

Thanks for all the history you shared Art!

Rich Smyth

January 2, 2014

Art brought me to Kansas City, and gave me guidance, leadership and career opportunities for which I am truly grateful. Art's sense of humor always made work fun. Rest peacefully, my friend!

Harry McAleavy

January 2, 2014

Art has been a dear friend for the past 40 years. He was a devoted friend and scholar, ever willing and ready to share his knowledge and passion for history with his friends and colleagues. He will be deeply missed. His smile, laughter and wonderful sense of humor will always be remembered.

Betty Ownsbey

January 2, 2014

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