Louis Burt,

Louie was amazing man that was extremely selfless in nature. He helped my grandparents (Lou and Harold Grosskop) more times that I will ever know. He was a good neighbor to them and embraced me the same way as a I moved back here with my wife, Allison in 2008. Even when his health was not good, he continued to help whenever he saw I needed it. I will truly miss him and I will be forever thankful for the impact he has had on my life.

I had the honor of working with Lou for ten years at the wastewater treatment plant. Over the years he shared with me his asparagus hunting grounds, the perfect prime rib recipe, wonderful pictures of his youngest grandbaby, stories of his beloved wife, Michele, and most of all, his kindness.

Bridgette, I just wanted to let you know that I was very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know my family's thoughts and prayers are with you and yours during this time.

Dear Michele and Bridgette, Sorry to hear the news of our first cousin's, Little Louie as we referred to him, passing. Our paths had not crossed for too many years, but all the McVarys are sorry to hear of his passing, too early to be sure. His soul is in our prayers as is your pain from the grief of his too early death. With profound respect, Kevin McVary, Springfield, IL

Dear Michele and Bridgette, So sorry for your loss. Oddly enough I was just thinking of Little Louie the day that I found out he had passed away. We didn't see our cousin because of distance but I have such fond memories of visiting the Burts in Banning and their trips to Illinois. He was a good man and very family oriented. He shall be missed by his McVary cousins.