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Mark Delligatti lit a candle
Tuesday, August 2, 2022
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There are so many memories of our childhood antics, the time my mother pulled us out of the Fantasy Theater before the movie "Doctors and Nurses" started after she and Barbara figured out we had scammed them into letting us see an "R" rated movie. Trying to stay up as late as we could when my parents were out and hardly being able to do it, or making noise and getting my mom mad on a weekend morning when she wanted to sleep in. The best time, I remember was our "adventure walking from Aunt Lena and Uncle Steve's house (under construction) in Setauket to the Prochillos in Port Jeff, after your grandfather was satisfied that we had "worked" enough. I wish we had stayed closer over the years, but you have remained in my heart and a major part of me for all my life, old pal.
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Robin Milman Muse planted a tree in memory of Louis Spadanuta
Sunday, July 31, 2022
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My sincerest sympathy to you had the family and wish the many wonderful memories of his kind, funny & gentle soul will bring you much comfort . Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Jimmy Ryan posted a condolence
Saturday, July 30, 2022
Thank you Larry for providing the Zoom memorial. I loved all the pictures, the music and the wonderful tributes given by everyone at Towers. Louis will be forever missed. Love to Kathi and Susan and hoping we will see each other again someday!
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Angelo posted a condolence
Saturday, July 30, 2022
As much as loss is part of life, it especially hurts when it means we can no longer have what we love.
To the family and friends of Louis, my condolences and prayers for peace in your hearts and peace and light to his soul!
Angelo Castello
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Dhanya posted a condolence
Saturday, July 30, 2022
Dear Louis
My wife Susan always told me about your kindheartedness as a person and brother in your younger years, as well as your buoyant nature that had a certain magnetism. Your young life was full of potential, connection, creative expression, travel and education.
I only met you when you were already in your late thirties and by that time your life as a spouse, father, artist and business partner had become a challenging journey.
I enjoyed the few occasions over the years that we shared some family time and I got to watch you interact with your kids Fiama and Eva and Jason my stepson.
Although we did not have much of a chance to get to know each other, I sensed in you a deep fascination with the artistic, the otherworldly and future possibilities driven by a rich imagination, but also an ambivalence about the demands of the usual roles one needs to fulfill in life.
It seemed, you were not always at peace with your own choices, but lived them in your own quiet dignified way right up to the end.
I know your sisters Kathy and Susan loved you dearly no matter the ups and and downs in your life. I imagine you now smiling upon your life and us, knowing that your heart / soul is and was always in the right place.
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Todd Cavalier lit a candle
Friday, July 29, 2022
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To think that our paths crossed and were shared for a time when we were young and wanted so much from life. Many late nights in our attic studio in the art building at Union College, playing music, talking about the absurdities and profundities of life and love, a stream of characters funneling through, and marveling at the artists we admired. He worked harder than any of us at his art, eventually winning the well deserved class prize for drawing. Our friends often shared our space in the art building, late into the night, sometimes all night. Ken the scientist, Dave the engineer, Steve the philosopher - all of us found common ground with each other and with Louis during those late nights. I will always cherish that time when we were young together and always in the moment. Louis was the at the center of it all.
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Todd Cavalier planted a tree in memory of Louis Spadanuta
Friday, July 29, 2022
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For Louis, who eyes were always on the sky and whose heart always sought to fly. An artist at his core and a true old friend. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Susan Spadanuta uploaded photo(s)
Friday, July 29, 2022
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Susan Spadanuta uploaded photo(s)
Friday, July 29, 2022
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Mishalle Kawshka (Berger) posted a condolence
Thursday, July 28, 2022
Dearest Kathi & Susan,
You captured Louis perfectly.
He was a warm, funny, caring and bright artist and photographer. Above all, he was my friend.
There are so many memories from our younger days. One that stands out and touches my heart so deeply, was when he had a conversation in Italian with my beloved mother. She had just studied the language. Speaking with Louis made her day. She spoke about it for years. Louis, thank you for bringing joy to my mom.
Louis, you are missed, but now you are in peace with those who went before you. Know that you will always be loved and remembered.
Kathi , Susan and your entire extended family, my family and I send our most sincere condolences.
Kathi, sorry if I use too many commas.
With love, Mishalle Berger (Weiner) ♡
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Glenna Lampner posted a condolence
Thursday, July 28, 2022
You were always Louis, not Lou to me-Susan and Kathi’s older brother. For a time in my teenage years…I spent more time in your house than in my own house- first on Foxhurst Rd. and then in Long Beach. I’m pretty sure (I’ve actually been told) you thought I was a dopey little kid who laughed maybe a little too much.
Louis, you were always drawing something in those days. You never seemed to be bothered by an intrusion into your space. The only older brother I knew that seemed not to be put out by his his younger sisters or their friends like me…. and if you did, you didn’t show it.
Hanging out in Florida one spring break for an afternoon was probably the only quality time I ever spent with you alone. I remember thinking I must be grown up if you were willing to hang out with me. But… I also remember thinking you were now also my friend, thus completing the “Spadanuta sibling friendship trifecta” which even though I’m distant both geographically and somewhat emotionally, it’s a friendship I treasure. (too many commas not enough? Run on sentence?)
Louis you were always kind and generous to me. I always had a good time when you were around. In my heart I’d thought I’d see you again….weirdly or not so weirdly I still do. I regret how many years have passed since the last time I saw you. Life doesn’t necessarily give second chances and writing this is a sad reminder of that. I hope wherever your life force is right now, it is at peace. I will remember you as the younger version of yourself. You will live on in my heart that way. Love to all who are there remembering you in person.
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Lori J Haney posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Lou always came to our house on holidays, hung out, used the pool, worked on projects with Phil, shared space at the art shows and prepared for the museum and gallery shows. Phil & Lou were fast friends from the time they met. Setting up for the Hermitage Arts Festival & a 10 x 20 tent will be remembered by any of the area artists. No matter what strategy they came up with when taking it down for next time resulted in the same confusing puzzle & entertainment for those around them. Every single time. Lou was a good & reliable friend, he is missed.
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Rachel Haney-Myers posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
Lou was a good friend of my parents, and a friend of mine as well. I met him when I was a child, becoming close friends with his son Nathan at the time.
Lou was always helpful and supportive, coming to see my plays and musicals when I used to act. I remember I had to learn a New York dialect for a role and Lou was quick to jump in and help me... It's weird, actually, a Facebook memory popping up about how that show was ten years ago...
One memory that Lou and I never forgot, it becoming a joke after the incident, was when he was driving Nathan and I home from a rehearsal. Both Lou and my family lived near train tracks and it was just at the start of a train... Little 12 year old me thought it was a good idea to turn down a dirt road along the tracks and go around the train... (spoiler alert, I got his car stuck...) Honestly, anyone would be angry at the situation with us now having to wait for my dad to come and help us get out... But not Lou. He stayed relatively calm and never raised his voice. He didn't seem really all that upset... Annoyed, sure, but I was quickly forgiven and we all worked together on trying to figure out a way to get out until my dad arrived.
I think that's how I will always remember Lou... He was a funny man who was always so caring. You couldn't make him angry, and if you did you were instantly forgiven. Lou always had a big heart and I think about and miss him often.
My condolences go out to his family... Lou was truly a wonderful man.
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Harris Cohn posted a condolence
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
So sorry that Louis is no longer here fror us all. So many memories of a person that I related to on many levels. From art to sport, from politics to the surreal . See you Lou on the other side.
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Martha Bastecky lit a candle
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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He is truly missed...I met him and Phil at artiegras ....they always made me laughand the art work is unbelievable
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Linda and Bill Johnson planted a tree in memory of Louis Spadanuta
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
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Our deepest condolences to all. I ask that our Lord may cover your family in His abundant love and that you find comfort from His presence. Join in honoring their life - plant a memorial tree
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Jim and Barbara Ryan posted a condolence
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
To Susan, Kathi and all the friends and relatives of Louis,
Barbara and I send our sincerest condolences to you all. We have not seen Louis for many years, yet we have always loved and enjoyed our memories of the times we spent with him, his siblings and our mutual friends. He was bright, intelligent, loving, funny, warm and welcoming. He was a great artist and we are blessed to have two of his original paintings hanging in our home in California. I spent much of my time with Louis when he was young and vibrant, and that is the way I will always remember him. I had hoped to be able to join everyone at the memorial in NY, but I am scheduled to have surgery soon and will be unable to make the trip.Please know that we will forever love our dear friend and think of him and his family whenever we see his art hanging on the walls of our home. Love to Louis and all who had the pleasure of his friendship.
Warmly,
Jim and Barbara Ryan
A Memorial Tree was planted for Louis Spadanuta
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
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Tuesday, July 26, 2022
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