Louis T. ' Lou' Petroni
Raised in Staten Island
Louis T. "Lou" Petroni passed away peacefully early Tuesday morning, Sept. 27, 2016, at his home in Hermosa Beach, Calif. He was 76 years old.
Born Feb. 26, 1940, to first-generation Italian-American parents Louis and Carmella (Barone) Petroni, Lou was raised in Staten Island, N.Y. He was a three-sport star at Curtis High School and later attended Wagner College of Staten Island on a football scholarship.
To the mild chagrin of the Murray family, Lou met and started dating Judy Murray, an Irish girl, while at Curtis High School. Lou eventually won them over, of course, and in 1959 Lou and Judy were married and moved to Manhattan Beach, Calif., where Judy's parents had moved one year earlier.
After a couple of years working at Ryan Aeronautical, Lou landed a job at TRW in Redondo Beach, Calif. He was hired in 1962 as a production control expediter, and 35 years later retired in 1997 as vice president of new business initiatives. His career at TRW was both challenging and rewarding, as the aerospace industry was growing rapidly. Lou was involved in such historic accomplishments as Apollo 11, Sky Lab, and the Space Shuttle, etc.
While he and Judy were raising their six children, Lou was constantly involved with his children's youth sports leagues and special events at American Martyrs and Bishop Montgomery High School. Later on, he enjoyed watching his grandchildren's sporting events, attending local pro and college games, traveling, listening to music, and going to the theatre. He relished spending time with family and friends, and especially enjoyed his late-afternoon consultations with cronies at Grunions.
Lou is survived by his wife of 57 years, Judy; their six children, Mike (Claudia - deceased), Don (Diane), Rob (Ann), Lou (Kim), Matt (Susan), Tara (Mike Paley); and 15 grandchildren, Vito, Sergio, Tommy, Samantha, Joey, Josh, Annie, Jackson, Camille, Rocco, Matthew, Kendall, Ben, Sam and Theo. He is also survived by his sisters, Mary Anne Marisca of Old Bridge, N.J., and Margaret (Greg) Bianco of Tampa Bay, Fla., as well as many other loving relatives.
Funeral Mass is Monday, Oct. 3, at American Martyrs Parish, Manhattan Beach, Calif.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation in Lou's name to the charity of your choice.

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Published by Staten Island Advance on Oct. 1, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for LOUIS PETRONI

13 Entries

November 6, 2016

I knew Lou when Maria was his secretary at TRW. My deepest sympathies to your family. God bless Lou's soul in Heaven. (Mary Holcomb)

Maria and Jim Wilkins

November 5, 2016

Judy,

Jim and I just heard of Lou's passing from the TRW retirement newspaper. We were so sorry to see his name on the Obituary page.

I knew Lou for many years at TRW. In fact, he was my boss for 6 years (I was his secretary). He was quite a great boss (never a dull moment working with him). I kept him supplied with chewing gum (which he reimbursed me for many times). Later on I went to work in the Proposal Ops Group for 13 years. I would meet him periodically and have lunch. When you guys moved to San Diego I would visit my sister and call him and meet for lunch.

We were invited to Michael's wedding, and also Tara's where we met his sister and parents. In fact, you guys came to our wedding on the Queen Mary in April, 1986.

You set up some wonderful trips for Jim and I when you were working at the travel agency.

I know his extended family will miss him, as will I.

We send our love and thoughts to you and your family, Judy

We would love to hear from you some time, Judy. Our telephone number is 540-872-2811.

October 13, 2016

I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 119:76.

October 10, 2016

I am so sorry for your great loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. (Isaiah 61:1,2) With heartfelt sympathy.

Dick Croxall

October 9, 2016

My sincere and deep condolences to the Petroni family. I worked with Lou for over 30 years at TRW and he was definitely one of the best I had the privilege of working with. I also played several years of high level softball with Lou....a very good player.
Lou was a great human being who made contributions to many facets of others live. R.I.P. my good friend and colleague.

Kate McAuley

October 2, 2016

Dear Judy & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Lou was such a fun loving great guy, he will be missed. My deepest condolences.
God speed Uncle Lou.
Love,
Kate

October 2, 2016

What a legacy to have left. I know you are all feeling a void, may God comfort you with many happy memories to smile at through the tears. ~Patty Johnson

Louis Petroni

October 1, 2016

Rest in Peace Lou. You will be sorely missed by some many you have left behind.
Love dia

Joe Lanning

October 1, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the Petroni family.

October 1, 2016

So sorry About this, Lou was and always will be a favorite person of mine.
Much love to family.
God Speed.
Janet McLaughlin Marchese

Bill Cordero

October 1, 2016

My condolences to Mike and the rest of the Petroni family. God bless you all.

October 1, 2016

So sorry for your loss. Knowing how much he was loved will make you feel better as time goes on. Keep the stories going. All my love and sympathy Chris and Dick Caccese

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