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Louis Lertola Obituary
Age: 82 • South Burlington
Louis D. Lertola, 82, of South Burlington died Monday, April 10, 2017. Lou was born in Proctor, Vermont on May 26, 1934, the son of the late Louis J. Lertola and Dorothy (Nichols) Lertola.
He served in the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserve, and the Vermont Army National Guard totaling over 40 years of service. He retired as the Command Sergeant Major for the Vermont Army National Guard, serving in that position from 1983 to 1994. Many years after his retirement he was statewide in helping fifty percent or greater veterans get their full property tax exemptions. For this effort he was awarded a Governor's Award for Community Service and a State of Vermont House resolution.
He is survived by his wife Jeanne McCarty, his children David and wife Dyanne, Tracy and husband Mick, his two grandsons Jordan and Brett, a sister, Jean Richardson and cousins, nephews and nieces. Lou was predeceased by his son Douglas in 2000 and his grandson Justin in 2014.
Those wishing to make a contribution in his memory may contact COTS, PO Box 1616, Burlington, Vermont 05402 or the Italian Aid Society's Douglas Lertola Scholarship Fund, PO Box 6491, Rutland, Vermont 05702.
A memorial service in his honor will be held at the Vermont Veterans Cemetery in Randolph Center, Vermont at a later date.
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Bobbie Kinneston
April 7, 2019
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Brian Perry
April 6, 2019
Gone but never forgotten! A great soldier and friend.
Bob Johnson
April 6, 2019
Hello friend. I miss our calls. Though infrequent, they meant a lot. I'm sure you are in good company above. Rest in peace. Bob Johnson
May 19, 2017
Dear Mr. Lertola,
I don't know you, however I had the honor and privilege to meet your Grandson , Jordan Snow.
We shared a row together, on our way home, on the plane, to our home State, Vermont. He was on his way home to honor you, Sir. Albeit, I don't know you, your Grandson is a testiment to you. You have much to be proud of, it was a humble pleasure to meet you through your grandson's eyes for only the short time we spent together, two strangers.
Stephanie O'Brien
Jen Bober
April 27, 2017
I worked with Lou when he would plan his birthday celebrations here at the DoubleTree/Trader Duke's. I just recently learned of his passing and would like to send my condolences to his wife and family. He was always a pleasure to work with.
Brian
April 27, 2017
CsM Lertola was one of the best. He was a great friend and mentor. I will miss our chats. God bless all his family and friends. He will be greatly missed.
Mark Truhan
April 25, 2017
Lou,
Sergeant Major, my friend. You did more for the veterans of this State than all the politicians put together. You will be missed, Good Sir. My prayers to your family.
April 17, 2017
On behalf of the late CSM Robert (Soy) Chagnon and SSG (Ret) Michael Martell, please accept our family condolences. Many thoughts and prayers to the Lertola family.
Shirley Parkman
April 16, 2017
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
April 14, 2017
Our condolences to Jeannie and the Lertola family. We had the distinct pleasure of serving with Lou.
Jim and Gail Simpson
Advance, NC
Chuck and Linda McElhinney
April 14, 2017
Lou and family so sorry to hear of your dad's death. Please know you are in our thoughts
Grace Carusi
April 14, 2017
So sorry for your loss . He was a wonderful man.Rest in Peace Lou.
John Loso
April 14, 2017
Thoughts and prayers to your family!
Richard Regimbald
April 13, 2017
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
April 13, 2017
Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with your family. Matt 6:9, 10
April 13, 2017
Rest in Peace Lou.
Paula
Bobbie Hunt
April 13, 2017
A good heart has stopped beating, a good soul ascended to heaven. I will never forget his friendliness and kindness. May God give him eternal rest and the family the strength to bear the great pain. Rest in a much deserved, perfect peace Lou.
Bob Johnson
April 13, 2017
We lost a great friend and mentor.
Deb Dickovick
April 13, 2017
Remembering Lou as a dear friend to Gary and me. Wishing you peace at this very sad time.
Warren Lavery
April 13, 2017
To Lou's family my heartfelt condolences.
RIP fellow Green Mountain Boy.
April 12, 2017
Thinking of you and keeping you all in our prayers
Joe and carol Fiarkoski
April 12, 2017
Thinking of you and keeping you all in our prayers
Pete Gadue
April 12, 2017
Great soldier and person. Our sympathies to Jeanine & family.
Richard Haggerty
April 12, 2017
To Jeanie and the Lertola Family. I was truly saddened to learn of CSM Lertola passing. I remember him fondly from our military membership in the guards. He worked tirelessly to get the Veterans Property Tax Exemption approved. Rest in peace Lou.
April 12, 2017
I served with Lou, he was my mentor in many ways, what a good gracious man, i served 40 yrs Lou was the best, Lou is in heaven, save a place for me Lou, God Bless You
Gene Sweetser
April 12, 2017
Jeanne and Family, I am saddened to hear of your loss.
Jacki (Champine)White
April 12, 2017
Prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.
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