Lou Alessi

[longtooth]

John Ralston of 5-Shot Leather has just posted on 1911 forum that Lou Alessi has passed away from his cancer.
Conceal Carry gear industry has lost a Master Craftsman & super good guy from all who knew him.

[Charles L. Cotton]

I knew Lew was sick, but I thought he was getting better. In fact, I had read that he was home and getting stronger.
I'm sorry for his family's loss and as LT said, we've all lost a master craftsman and a gentleman.

Chas.

[longtooth]

I also had heard he was back in the shop 1/2 day. I would not have posted this coming from just anyone. John Ralston worked for him, was a personal friend & his statement has always been that he learned his craft from Lou.
I have never owned any 5-Shot leather but have seen it & he learned from the best for sure.

[Stephen A. Camp]

Hello. I am very sorry to hear this but thank you for lettin us know.

Best.

[fm2]

Sad news, indeed. RIP

[gmckinl]

I had an e-conversation w/ Lou. I sooo wanted a CQC/S, but he didn't have the mold for my pistol. He was very gracious in answering my questions. His postings as a moderator on the 1911 forum were always insightful. A true loss to the shooting community.

RIP Mr. Alessi. Your work will stand the test of time as classics of the holstermakers art.

From the Buffalo News...
Louis F. Alessi
ALESSI - Louis F. February 21, 2009. Beloved husband of Idamarie (nee Taglialegami) Alessi; beloved father of Alexandra P. Alessi; son-in-law of Martha Taglialegami; brother-in-law of Kenneth (LuAnn) Moliterno; uncle of Matthew Moliterno. Friends received Monday and Tuesday 2-4 and 7-9 PM at the GRECO FUNERAL HOME, 2909 Elmwood Ave. (near Sheridan Dr.), where Funeral Services will be held Wednesday at 9 AM and in St. Pius X Church at 10 AM. Mr. Alessi was a Vietnam War veteran. Share your condolences http://www.GRECOFUNERAL.com" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;