Lou Morentin

Following the loss of his daughter, Marissa, to bulbar ALS in 2024, Lou has dedicated himself to supporting others facing the disease. As Marissa’s primary caregiver, he found comfort through family and friends and continues to honor her memory through advocacy and service. A resident of Chandler, Arizona, Lou is an avid traveler and golfer who looks forward to retiring from a career in cybersecurity and expanding his work within the ALS community.

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