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Louis Buratti Obituary
He is survived by his father, Louis G. Buratti, Sr. and his significant other Tee Cummings both of Fitchburg; his mother, Peggy L. (Foster) Montesion and her husband Anthony "Monty" Montesion of Fitchburg; his sisters, Marcia Aubin and her husband Roger Aubin of Sterling, Roberta Buratti-Aikey of Leominster and Cheryl Shea and her husband Brian Shea of Agawam; his fiancée, Barbara Person of Leominster; his nieces, Stephanie Aubin, Kimberly Aubin and Jackie Aikey, and his nephews, Jason Aubin, Joshua Aubin, Matthew Aikey, Zachary Aikey, Stephen Person and Michael Person.
Mr. Buratti was born November 11, 1957 in Fitchburg, graduated from Leominster High School in 1975 and had attended Mount Wachusett Community College in Gardner. He was president of G G Global Corp. in Shirley and was an entrepreneur for many years in transportation auditing and consulting. Lou was active in a Hepatitis C Support Group and was very active in the Massachusetts Hepatitis C Coalition and had started a Hep C Support website. He was also active in AA and helped people work towards obtaining their GED. He was an avid fan of the Red Sox, Patriots, Celtics and Bruins and loved golfing and music. His zest for life and love for his entire family and friends was demonstrated by his generosity and ever lasting kindness.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 29, 2008 from the Silas F. Richardson & Son Funeral Home, 106 West Street, Leominster with a mass at 10 a.m. in St. Anthony di Padua Church, 84 Salem Street, Fitchburg. Burial will follow in St. Bernard's Cemetery, Fitchburg. Calling hours will be held on Thursday from 5-8 p.m. in the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Lou's memory to the St. Anthony's Renovation Fund, 84 Salem Street, Fitchburg, MA 01420.
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Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 21, 2023
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 21, 2023
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 21, 2023
My Brother~My Friend 11/11/1957-8/21/2008. Forever Loved. Forever Missed. Gone from this world~present in HeavenWait for me at the gate. With Love Forever & Always, Your Sister.
Sherri musser
August 18, 2023
Lou,
What i wouldnt give for one more talk, one more time to be with you. Thank you for everything you did for me. Miss yoku always.
Sherita
kathi kerr
August 18, 2022
Gone but never forgotten, Lou. I have been inspired by you, every time I have to go to the hospital. You still give me strength to keep getting up, thank God for you. Kat
Raeann
August 18, 2021
Many years have passed but the great memories I have of you have not faded! Your positive influence helped shape the decisions I have made in life and I will be forever grateful.
Your Goddaughter
August 22, 2020
❤❤❤
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 21, 2020
Chubby, It's been 12 years since you passed from here to Heaven. Seems like forever.....I miss you and all that we shared while you were here. You were my Friend, My brother. The kids' Uncle. Zak's mentor. Jackie's Godfather. Dad's son. But I also know that LOVE never dies. I love you as much today as I did when you were here. I know I will see you again..I know the Lord will let you be the first person to welcome me after He does. I can see you now..standing at the gate, with that smile! I will love you Forever and Always~Your sister "Aggie"
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 22, 2019
Chubby,
You and I both know now that NOTHING transcends the power of Love-not even death. I loved you so very much. You were my biggest cheerleader and friend. What gets me through is knowing I will see you again. Wait for me at the gate, Chubby.
With Love Forever and ALways~
Your Sister
Aggie
Louis Buratti
August 21, 2019
August 21, 2019
Dear Son:
It has now been 11 years since our Lord took
you back home to heaven.
A special mass in your honor was held
at St Anthony's this past Sunday .
In attendance were family and good friends.
You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Miss you Butch.
God Bless
Love
Dad - POP
Louis Buratti
August 21, 2019
August 21, 2019
Dear Son:
It has been 11 years since Jesus took
you back home to heaven.
In your honor a mass was celebrated at
St. Anthony's this past weekend. Our Family members attended along with some of your friends.
Every day & night you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love you Son and miss you.
God Bless
Love
Dad - Pop
Sherita
August 19, 2019
Miss you, Lou.
Sherita
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 22, 2018
My Chubby,
Yesterday, your 10 year anniversary, was more difficult than any other. Maybe it's because life is hard. Maybe it's because it's so close to Mom's passing. All I know is that the pain of losing you is in direct correlation to how much I love you. You will forever and always be my brother, my friend, my advocate, my cheerleader and the one who cared for my children in their father's absence. When we lost you, we lost so much. BUT, knowing you are free from every challenge you faced here, on earth, brings me great solace. Knowing that one day I will see you again brings me great comfort. Until then, hug mom for me and wait for me at the gate. <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3 <3~ With Love Forever and Always, Your Sister, Aggie
Louis Buratti, Sr.
August 21, 2018
August 21, 2018
Dear Son :
It has now been 10 years since our Lord took you back home.
So many good memories of all the years we spent together enjoying life and helping those in need.
My prayers for you and thoughts of you are forever on my mind.
Miss You Son
God Bless
Love
Dad--POP
Louis Buratti
August 21, 2018
Dear Son: It is now 10 years since our LORD
took you back home.
So many great memories of all the times we spent together enjoying life and helping those in need.
My prayers for you and thoughts of you are forever on my mind.
Miss you son.
GOD BLESS
LOVE
DAD - POP
August 21, 2018
Dear Butch, Today is a very sad day, as we are feeling your loss. You had so much going for you. but God took you because he wanted you home. Things could have been so much better had you been here. Miss you and think of you often. God bless you rest in peace.
Louis Buratti
August 21, 2018
Dear Son-
It is now 10 years since our Lord took you back home.
So many great memories of all the times we had together--vacations etc, and all the days and nights we spent to help so many companies.
My memories of you and prayers for you remain with me always.
GOD BLESS
Love
Dad - POP
Louis Buratti
August 21, 2018
Dear Butch -Ten years since our Lord took you home to heaven. I continue to miss all the good times we had together and so many great memories.
Even when I took you home from Hampton Beach vacation one weekend to play in the junior baseball tournament. Son, that was a great home run and team victory.
Miss you Butch.
My prayers and thoughts for & about you are always on my mind.
God Bless
Love
Dad
Jackie Aikey
August 21, 2018
10 years has come and gone but to me it felt like a month. No pain has ceased no tears have stopped flowing. The love our family has for you Uncle Butchie is what keeps us going. We know you are with Jesus. We know you'll be waiting at the gate for us. We know you are painfree and filled with joy. But it still hurts in our selfish human hearts to not have you here with us. We will continue to keep your spirit alive through memories, videos, and pictures. Hug Mimi tight for us. ❤ I will see you again when it's my time. I love you always Uncle Butchie.
Your Goddauggter
My Brother, My Friend, My Helper
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 22, 2017
August 21, 2017
In Loving Memory of My Brother Louis G. (Butch) Buratti
My Brother, my friend, my helper, my cheerleader...for 50 years he loved me and I adored him.
Today we said a final farewell to my mom and remembered this very day 9 years ago when my brother went home to be with the Lord.
Knowing I will see them both again brings me great comfort.
Tee Cummings
August 21, 2017
Dear Butch, Another Aug 21st has come again since you left us. I can't believe it has been 9 years, Your Mom is with you now . Special blessings to you Rest in peace till we meet again. Missing you! Love Tee.
Lou . buratti, sr.
August 21, 2017
Dear Son, it has now been 9 years since you left us.
Mom passed away August 16. She is now resting in peace with you in heaven.
In your honor, we celebrated a mass at St.Anthony and also one mass for Mom.
Son,You are always in my daily thoughts and prayers. Miss you so very much.
Love Dad
August 24, 2016
Dear Butch, Already 8 years have passed and you are still on our minds and in our thoughts. We visit your resting place often and know you will see us some day.Watch over POP and me Our love for you is eternal. Love Tee.
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 23, 2016
In Loving Memory of My Brother Louis G. (Butch) Buratti
My Brother, my friend, my helper, my cheerleader...for 50 years he loved me and I adored him.
The apple of my Dad's eye..his only son..Lou Jr.
And on August 21, 2008....the Lord said, Welcome Home....
And 8 years later we still remember and celebrate his life and legacy.
Wait for us at the gate, Chubby..
With Love Forever and Always....
Louis Buratti
August 21, 2016
Son, it has been eight years since our Lord took you back home.
This morning, in your honor, we celebrated a mass at St. Anthony.
Miss you Butch and all our good memories.
You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Rest in peace my son with our Lord in heaven.
Love
Pop
One of my treasured moments with you and Pop
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
November 12, 2015
Nov 11, 2015
Found a letter from you today while cleaning my closet. God is so faithful to give me moments of joy on bittersweet days like this. Cried my way through it, but it brought me a deep sense of having YOU with me as well. I miss you more than words can say. Tough day for Dad, me and the kids. We will Love you Forever and Always....Aggie
November 11, 2015
Son. Your birthday today.
Love you and miss you Butch.
So many great memories of all the good times we spent together, especially on your birthdays. You are always in my thoughts and prayers.
Love Dad
August 21, 2015
Son- Today is Seven years since our Lord took you home for everlasting peace.
I miss you deeply son. You are always in my
thoughts and prayers.
So many, many happy memories.
Love
Pop
August 21, 2015
Butchie, Today is 7 years since you left us. Not a day goes by that Pop and I don't think about you. we miss you more than words can say. Rest in peace and know we love you Love Tee 8-21-2015
Louis Buratti
August 21, 2015
Son - 7 years today our Lord took you back home with everlasting peace.
I miss you Butch. You are always in my thoughts & prayers. So many very happy memories.
Love
Pop
November 11, 2014
Son-A mass was celebrated for your 57th birthday at St. Anthony's. It has now been 6 years since the Good Lord took you from us to heaven and resting peacefully.
Great memories of the days we spent together. All the many good times we shared
with sports, auditing & business visits.
Love and miss you Butch.
Dad (Pop)
Louis Buratti, Sr.
November 11, 2014
Son, it has been over 6 years since our Lord took you from us and brought you home to heaven.
Today would have been your 57th birthday.
In your honor we had a Mass at St. Anthony's.
You are always in my thoughts and prayers and the so many memories that I have of the good times we spent together.
Love and miss you Butch.
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
November 11, 2014
Chubby,
I don't remember the day you were born, 57 years ago today; but I do remember loving you without reason all of my life. You were my only brother. The one I rescued when we were little, and the one who rescued me so many times when we were older. If love could have made everything right, you'd still be here today. But my love couldn't make it right. Dad's unfailing love couldn't change it. But in the end, Our Lord, made it right for you. The burdens of this life were destroyed when you slipped away from this world to enter that Heavenly place where you will live forever...that place where every tear is wiped away, every burden gone. You are Free because God so loved you..He sent Jesus to open those gates of Heaven for you, for us. And just like in my dream, I know that I will see you again. I will shout, "my brother's here!" And as I cry my heart out with joy, you will say to all gathered around us.." You will have to excuse my sister...when it comes to me, she has always been a bit crazy!"
Forever will I love you, Chubby.
Wait for me at the gate..
Aggie
No one hugged me like my Brother
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 22, 2014
6 years has done nothing to heal our broken hearts...The sense of loss at times is almost too much to bear. I miss you MORE than words can EVER say because just like you told everyone in my dream when I saw you and was crying hysterically and hugging you..."You'll have to excuse her but my sister has always been a bit crazy when it comes to me." :-) Wait for me at the Gate, Chubby. I love you Forever & Always...Your Sister, Aggie
Tee Cummings
August 21, 2014
Dear Butchie, Six years have passed and many times when things go wrong I have prayed to you to help me. Very often I get your word. You are our angel in heaven. Miss you so very much and our conversations.Rest in peace. Love Tee...
louis Buratti
August 21, 2014
Son -Six years have passed since you left us and are now resting peacefully with our Lord in heaven.
I miss you son. You are constantly in my thoughts with all the happy memories we spent together.
Love
Dad
Sherita
August 22, 2013
Luis, Miss you. Felt your presence when I picked up my three year last week. I know your spirit was in that room. My condolences to your sisters and your Pop. Much love.
Sherita
August 21, 2013
Dear Butchie,
Five years is a long time when you are missing someone, but we see you every day when we awake with your picture on our table. Time should heal but the pain of your loss is still very difficult to accept.
Love forever
Tee
Jackie Aikey
August 21, 2013
Not a day goes by that I don't think about you and miss you uncle butchie. It feels like it was today that you left this earth to continue your journey. Words will never be able to describe the pain. I can't wait until the day we meet again and I can hug you, hear your voice, and laugh that I miss so much! Sometimes I think I hear your voice in the wind... Missing you so very much
Love you
Your goddaughter
Jackie ??
Zak & Unc
August 21, 2013
August 21, 2013
Son,
A fifth anniversary mass will be held in your honor today at St.Anthony's.
Five years have passed since we spent so many good days together. I miss you son, and you continue to be in my daily
prayers and thoughts of the many good memories.
Love
Pop
From a card you gave me years ago, Chuby.
Berta Buratti-Aikey
August 21, 2013
Chubby,
It was 5 years ago today that our hearts were shattered. How could it be that my brother, the one who lived with strength of a lion could be gone from me? Although we know that you are with the Lord... in a place where there are no more tears, no more struggles, we still yearn for your presence here. We miss your laughter, your smile and those ridiculous faces you always made. We miss your imitations, especially the one of the Godfather that last Thanksgiving. There is a place in our hearts that will remain empty until we see you again. That place,the one only YOU can fill..the place where love remains, but without you, that place is unfilled ...except for the memories and the Love...always the Love.
Forever will I love you, Chubby.
I know you will wait for me at the gate.
Your sister,
"Aggie"
Johnny Miles
July 14, 2013
This is a sad day for me! I was going to look up old friends, when I saw this page. I worked with Louie for a number of years going door-to-door sales with Crown Products. He was a really great guy,fun to work with. My condolences to his family.
March 24, 2013
April 24, 2013
Son - We had a mass in your honor at St.Anthony's this Palm Sunday.
As time passes by I will always have you deep in my thoughts, prayers and
with so many good memories.
Miss you son.
Love
Pop
Coreen Kerr
August 23, 2012
(((Lou))) You are still very much missed at OOB Kat is doing a great job & this is because she learned everything from you.
Take care love Coreen
Roberta Buratti-Aikey
August 22, 2012
Chubby,
Not a day goes by that I don't think of you and all that you were to me, Pop and the kids. I miss you so much, especially your hug and the sound of your laughter. I know I will see you again. Until then...wait for me at the gate.
Forever will I love you.
Aggie
August 21, 2012
Son-Four years have passed since you went home to our Lord in heaven.
A 4th Anniversary Mass in your honor and memory was held at ST.Anthony's.
I have so many, many memories of the good times we spent together.
You are forever in my thoughts and prayers. Miss you daily.
Love
Pop
german palacios
January 12, 2012
solo hasta hoy me entere de tu fallecimiento gracias por haber sido la persona tan especial en los momentos dificiles que compartimos. atte german palacios tu profesor de espanol
Berta Buratti-Aikey
November 12, 2011
Chubby,
Yesterday was your birthday. Spend lots of time in the early morning hours at your final resting place on this earth, talking to you, remembering the 50 years we shared together as brother and sister, aching, crying for all that was and all that was left for us to share. I remembered, I celebrated you, I reminded myself that I believed you are with our Lord and that I will see you again.
Wait for me at the gate.
Forever, will I love you...Aggie
November 11, 2011
Butchie, Today we celebrate your life, how short it was and the emptiness is still in our hearts. I miss your beautiful smile and all the laughs. I think of you so very much and my prayers always include you. Love Tee
November 11, 2011
Son,today I have so many good memories of the days we spent together especially on the days we celebrated your birthdays.
I miss you son asyou are in my daily thoughts and prayers.
LOVE
POP
August 22, 2011
Mi Luis,Cant help but think about you the last few days. Bet you are proud at what transpired earlier this month. I did it right this time. I wish you had been here for more than one reason and only you know those reasons. Thank you for starting it and giving me the courage to get this far on my own, with HIS help. I think of you often, and wish you were here, but we will meet again.
Te Amo Mucho
Sherita
Louis Buratti, SR
August 21, 2011
Son, in your honor and memory we celebrated the 3rd anniversay mass for you at St Anthony's along with family and friends.
I will always have you in my thoughts and prayers as I miss and love you very much.
Rest in peace with our Father in Heaven
Love
POP
Raeann
May 7, 2011
I dreamed about you the other night Lou. You were telling me how good things were for you and it seemed so real. When I awoke, I felt like I could pick up the phone and keep in touch like you asked me to do the last time I saw you...like I should have done and wish I had.
December 26, 2010
Lou "Our" dear leader of OOB you are in our hearts more than ever & are sorely missed BUT I know you are right there watching & guiding us.
Luv Coreen OOB
Always the Antics
Berta Buratti-Aikey
December 24, 2010
Chubby, As I go through the motions of preparations for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day, my thoughts always turn to you. ..all the laughs we shared at mom's or Marcia's on Christmas Eve..the wonderful gifts you always gave to me and the kids...and the Love, always the Love we shared.It's hard living without one of your biggest fans and cheerleaders. Forever will I love and miss you. Your Sister~ Aggie
December 23, 2010
Son, as we approach Christmas this year I will once again
sadly miss you at our family gatherings.
The many, many good memories will last forever
God Bless You Son
Love
Dad
Chuck Alexander
November 15, 2010
Lou was a precious man who inspired me from afar. He never hesitated to help those who asked him and I miss him dearly though I never met him in person.
Instead, I met his heart. I met his soul and he will always be with me in memory. He was a precious man and I am so glad to have had the honor to know him. I'm sure that he is still doing amazing works right now. It's just the way he is.
Berta Buratti-Aikey
November 14, 2010
Chubby,
On your birthday this year we celebrated our love for you, remembered stories of your love for us, recalled your hilarious imitations and your antics...always the antics! We cried. We laughed. We held you in our hearts.
We miss you with a deep and burning ache. We take comfort knowing your struggles are over and that we will see you again.
Wait for us at the gate...
Forever will I love you Chubby.
Your sister,
~Aggie
November 11, 2010
Son, today, with our family and many friends, we had a Mass in your honor at St. Anthony's. Fifty three years ago today Lord brought you into my life as my one and only son. We shared so many good and happy times together which I sadly miss. You are in my daily thoughts and prayers, I know that you are resting peacefully with Jesus in heaven. Someday we will be back together again. Have the golf clubs ready.
Love
Dad
Louis Buratti, SR Fitchburg, MA
You & Pop "Back in the Day"
Berta Buratti-Aikey
September 26, 2010
Our lives have forever changed without your laughter , your smile, your "antics".
I love you Chubby, Aggie
W Ge
August 25, 2010
Lou,I remember when you got me to an AA meeting in the jungles of Mexico and I ended up the only woman who ever entered a Chipolte AA meeting. We cracked up. You on a cell phone explaining in Spanish, but we got me there and it was amazing. Good times! you are missed.
Coreen Kerr
August 22, 2010
(((Lou))) My dear friend you will always be missed by us OOB'ers but all your efforts are still being kept alive by our dear Kat.
Take care Coreen Kerr
Forever will I love you Chubby
Berta Buratti-Aikey
August 22, 2010
Forever will I love you Chubby. Death cannot separate us from those we love for we know that the separation is only temporary. The tears we continue to cry are not for you, but for us, left behind. We grieve the loss of your presence in our world here. We long for your laugh, your imitations, your smile, your antics-always the antics. What each of us would give to be able to hug you again, to hear you say our name. And yet, we gain strength as we remember your battle is over; you have no challenges to face, no obstacles to go over, go under, go around or go through. You are with the Lord in a place we can not even begin to imagine!
God has been faithful to us and He alone, in His mercy & through His grace has carried us through another year without your presence. We miss you more than words can ever say, but those who have loved and lost one as precious as you, they understand. Because we, your family, know, love and serve the Lord Jesus Christ, the one through whom we reach the throne room of heaven, we know we will see you again. That alone gives us hope, strength and courage.
A golden heart stopped beating the day the Lord called you home and it was then, at that moment, in the lives of all who knew and deeply loved you, that there was only one set of footprints because the Lord picked each of us up and will carry us across the rest of our journey here……until we see you again...face to face….in the throne room of heaven..
Wait for me at the gate.
Forever will I love you Chubby,
Your sister~"Aggie"
Greg Wigren
August 21, 2010
Thank you for legacy you left behind
daryl simpson
August 21, 2010
hey my wyetalian friend I sure am missing you too hope the powder on thw slopes is still good for you
Lete Brace
August 21, 2010
Lou, Thank you for everything,
Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed on an equal or greater benefit.
Napoleon Hill
He has the heart of a lion, and he is hugging all of us today and forever
Kathi Kerr
August 21, 2010
Louis G. Buratti's
" Hep C Out Of Bounds"
Still loves him and is going strong.
Thank You For Guiding Me Along The Way
Kathi Kerr
Louis Buratti, SR
August 20, 2010
Son – Two years have passed since our Lord has taken you home.
You are in my thoughts and prayers every day and night.
I miss you son, but someday we will be back together again.
Love
Pop
September 14, 2009
Dear Butch,
The emptiness in my heart will remain forever. I know you are looking down upon me and someday I will see you again. You were like a Son to Me.
Missing you now and forever.
The skies were blue, but now they're gray. It's been over a year, although it seems like today, when you slipped away to your eternal home, leaving me sadness, to cry and to moan. The world lost a lot when God spoke to you, and left me so empty, so sad and so blue.
Missing you,
Love Tee
Doreen Lathrop
September 3, 2009
I am so sorry Mr. B, I just found out. My prayers are with you.
August 30, 2009
In Loving
Memory
Lou “Butch” Buratti Jr.
November 11, 1957-August 21, 2008
1st Anniversary
Everywhere you went on earth
They heard your laughter peal
Now you’re with the Lord above
It all feels so surreal.
We know you’re with us daily
We feel you everywhere
Still can’t believe you’re gone from us
Our hearts have been stripped bare.
But once again we’ll see you
And look into your eyes
And hug you close and kiss you
Never to say goodbye.
You are Forever in Our Hearts
Deeply and Sadly Missed by
~Your Loving Family~
Berta Buratti-Aikey
April 2, 2009
My Dear Chubby,
Only you and the Lord know the heartache and anguish we have endured since you went home. We don't cry for you but for ourselves. It is we who miss you. It is we who remain in a foreign land, while you are Home Where You Belong. I take comfort knowing your struggle is over, but my heart cries out for your smile, your laugh, your words of encouragement, your strength and your hug.
Forever will I love you Chubby...
Wait for me at the gate....
Your Sister~Aggie
Coreen Kerr
March 28, 2009
Dear Buratti Family: I am so sorry for your loss my condoleence's to all of you. I met Lou thru OOB he was my mentor & saving grace I seriously do not know where I would be today if it were not for Lou. His wisdom,kindness, strenght & genuine concern helped through many a dark day.
Thank you Lou for believing in me and making my life a better place to be.
Take care Coreen Kerr
Elkin
November 5, 2008
hey big guy,
miss you
Lou Buratti, Sr
September 17, 2008
Son – Words cannot express how much I love and miss you son.
We shared so many years of good times together.
Life without you here to have our daily conversations whether
it be about family or business will be sadly missed.
I know you are at home now resting in peace with our Lord.
Love,
Dad
Velma Smith
September 10, 2008
I want the family to know they are in my prayers. Lou helped me deal with the fact that I had hep C. Lou is sleeping with the angels now.
Teresa Henley
September 7, 2008
I never knew about your nickname, Lou. My deceased spouse was called Butch and my youngest grandson took on the name. I have added you to the list of my loved ones who have passed and so you can expect me to have many conversations with you. I like knowing that you and my other loved ones will be there waiting when it's my turn. What a reunion we'll all have, huh? It's not easy on those left here, but you laid the groundwork for us and we'll see that your dream doesn't die with you. Thank you for all you've done for the HepC community.
Love ya!
Jackie (redjax) Morrison
September 4, 2008
Lou will be greatly missed in the HCV communities throughout the USA and the entire world. He worked endlessly to help us all. While I didnt know him well personally, I always admired his ability to see through the online junk and to keep his eyes on what was truely important. Heaven has a new angel and our loss is their gain... He will be missed!
Paul Gower
September 4, 2008
Lou led the charge for those who could not. I stood in awe of his rapport with those who wanted to lean in on him.....he was OUR friend, OUR advocate.....he will be missed by all whose lives he touched , .....
Jack Celli
September 3, 2008
I remember Butch mostly from Italian class with Miss Bisol at Leominster High School. He was the class clown but she loved him like a son because he was "Italian" Also remember him from that notorious football camp at Fort Devens in August of 1973 where many of us (including Butch & myself) got sick from the then accepted method of witholding water during double sessions.
He gave it 100%!!!
I share your loss, as I lost both my parents close to Butch's passing. It hurts and we will miss those loved ones that move on before us.
Anyway, I offer my prayers......
Keep The Faith
Jack
ray holland
September 2, 2008
see u later alligator,best!
Dana Valcourt
September 1, 2008
To the entire Buratti Family,
I am so sad to hear of Butch's passing. It seems like it has been forever since we were all hanging out as kids, but then to picture his face, his infectious smile and his care free attitude seems like only yesterday. Friendships are forever and so is the love that Butch brought to everyone, as he will forever live in your hearts. My thoughts and prayers are with each and every one of you, God Bless!
bette Joyce
August 31, 2008
My Heartfelt Condolences to The Buratti Family. Lou helped many in the HCV Community and you should be very proud of his efforts. He was a friend to many and will be missed.
Bette
Linda Heavner
August 30, 2008
I too knew Lou from online. He has helped so many there and will be deeply missed. My heart and prayers go out to his family.
my love always
August 30, 2008
Lou..I will always miss you. I wear my Columbian bracelet you sent me as a symbol that you loved me. I will always think of you when I touch it, as you asked me to. Rest baby...
Ann Marshall
August 29, 2008
Dear Lou, Aunt Tee and Family,
We are very sorry to hear of the loss of your son. Our prayers are with you.
Pam Palmer
August 28, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family, and host of friends. I knew Lou from the hepc website, and he was a dear friend, and will be missed.
FlaglerPam Palmer, (Flagler Beach, Fl.)
DAVID HORGAN
August 28, 2008
Berta,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I know how close you and butch were. Brother and best friend. Remember always "that when you live in the hearts of others, you live forever."
August 28, 2008
To Lou's Family,
My heart and prayers go out to you. Lou was a friend and a good man. He taught me a lot about my hepc so I would not be so scared. He will be missed from your family and all of his friends!
LOretta
Kathi Kerr
August 27, 2008
To Lou,
My best friend and mentor you have lived hard,worked hard, and played hard your whole life God put us together in 2004 when I asked for direction, it was you he sent. Together for the last four years we have been side by side nose to nose up to our elbows in helping people affected by hep c , we took the time and patience to make sure we made a difference, and you my most beloved friend even went so far as to save my life three times. What can I say to a man that has given me everything? Just a simple thank you and the vow to keep our websites up and running helping more and more people arriving everyday searching for compassion and love . You taught me everything I know about being a positive force in the hep c world and I will be forever in your heart as you are in mine as I take our dream and continue to do great things with you by my side. To Lou's Father and Roberta I am so very sorry for your loss I know what all of you meant to him. I am going to take ths opportunity to invite all of you to "OUR SITE" http://hepcoutofbounds.org
You will be proud of everything Lou worked so hard on during the last four years. All my love; Kathi (Kat)
Jayne Brideau
August 27, 2008
To the Buratti Family and Barbara,
My deep sadness in the passing of Butch. He was my friend. Long ago memories of hobbit tales and miniature golf ,beach trips and festivals. He had so much enthusiasm . His riddles and rhymes and laughter and schemes kept us entertained and busy. He is an unforgettable man and I truly miss him now and forever. My deepest sympathy's to all of you.
(barbara, if you need an old friend , I am there)
Rachel Smith
August 27, 2008
Berta,
Sorry to hear about your brother. I did not know him but my prayers are with the family.
LuAnn Thibodeau
August 27, 2008
Peggy and Monty:
My thoughts and prayers are with you now. God Bless.
daryl simpson
August 26, 2008
hey my friend may the powder snow be deep.. ski long ski hard
git r done
I love you Uncle Butchie.
Jackie Aikey/Buratti
August 26, 2008
Hi Uncle Butchie,
I hope you like the new addition to my tattoo. It didn’t hurt as much as my other ones because I knew that when it was done you would always be with me and be a part of me no matter what. I know you’re watching over all of us. Please help us to be strong. Even though you’re not physically here, you’re here in our hearts and our thoughts and that’s going to keep you alive. The memories you have left me are some of my best. I can never thank you enough for everything you have done for my family and me. I will never forget last summer when you took me to Martha’s Vineyard. If I ever crab hunt or kayak again it won’t be the same with out you there next to me but you will be there in spirit. You were the best god-father any one could have asked for. When I see you again I can’t wait to ask you why you had an obsession with those cows in your office. I don’t know why I never asked because it always fascinated me. Now when ever I look at a cow I will just smile, simply because when we meet again it will the first thing I ask you, right after I give you one of the biggest hugs from your one and only god-daughter. =)
I will never completely understand why god takes the best but I know I will forever have a guardian angel watching over me every step of the way.
Please help us to be strong.
Welcome home! =)
I know you’re up there smiling down on me and protecting me.
Shirley (Wicks) Quinn
August 26, 2008
Dear Peggy and family, so sorry to read of the loss of your son. Parents are not susposed to bury their children. May the peace of knowing he is in a better place comfort you at this sad time.
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