My prayers are with the Cavanaugh family in their loss. I attended Xavier College Prep with Lou. She will be greatly missed by all the wonderful women in our class. As i live in Omaha, I cannot be there for her, but she will be in my thought and prayers.

I am so sorry to hear about the recent passing of Maryellen. She was a dear soul and will greatly be missed. Mary Hagenmaier

My prayers and thoughts are with those Mary Ellen leaves behind. We attended X.H.S. together and I remember her infectious laugh and smile. She’s a special soul and I’m grateful she was a part of my life. She will be remembered with joy.

My thoughts and prayers are with the love ones Lou leaves behind. I will always be grateful to Lou for giving me the opportunity to teach at Acacia. She was part of the interview committee that hired me 23 years ago. As a new teacher, Lou was very supportive and a great role model. Lou’s laugh and excitement for education was contagious. I recently saw Lou when she subbed for a teammate.

Mary Ellen was a special and sweet lady. Went to Xavier with her and have many fond memories of our times together. My what an adventurous lady. Sounds like a fantastic life Although have not seen much of her over the years I will miss her. She is a loss to all who had the privilege of knowing her and being the recipients of her love and caring.
Miss you dear friend. I know you are in Gods arms.

I am saddened to hear of Lou’s passing. I remember her fun-loving, adventurous spirit at Xavier. So sad

Dearest Mary Ellen,

You left us too soon. God bless you, you lived your life with gusto and all the children who were graced by your tutoring.

Rest In Peace

Tessie Miller-Ruby (1966 fellow Xavier Grad)

Lou was an amazing woman and had a remarkable life. Will never forget her sunny smiles, gracious personality, and wonderful laugh. She will be missed by many but will live on in our memories. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Sending warm thoughts to the friends and family of our beloved Lou… We are one of the many families touched by Lou’s extended teaching service in Turkey. Joyful lessons were her hallmark and Lou’s laughter warmed school halls and our hearts. Our lives and love of learning are stronger for having known her.

I am so sorry to hear that Lou passed away. I will always remember her with her positive attitude, her dedicated and hardwork, her big, warm smile. I am sending my love from Izmir, Turkey to all the family. May she rest in peace.

I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. Lou was a great woman and she will be truly missed by the SEV students ,teachers and everyone who knew her. She always had a big smile and a wonderful laugh! She will always be remembered. May she rest in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
-Oya Borovali

Başınız sağ olsun, yıldızlar yoldaşı olsun.

I worked with Lou in Izmir and was on many of those ferry rides to Greece and train rides to the bazar with her. She returned to Turkey for my wedding and was such a shining light every day. She is deeply missed and grieved.

I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. I worked with Lou in İzmir at SEV and have shared great memories. I hope she rests in peace. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.

Always in my heart. SEV Izmir English teacher

I am deeply shocked and saddened to learn of Lou’s passing. We were colleagues in Izmir and spent many happy times together. She was a wonderful human being – bright, gregarious and loving. She lived a life full of fun and adventure. I am sorry we never got to say goodbye…Dear Lou, you will be greatly missed.

My sincerest condolences to the family of “Lou”. I did not know her, but from this obituary and the notes left here, she sounds like an amazing person.

I know this is not the place for this, but it was the only way I could find to contact her family. As you can see, we share the same exact name. I have been contacted by several people regarding your sister’s property here in AZ, so please respond here with the best way to reach out.

Thank you. Again, my apologies for your loss, and for this tactless method of contacting you.