OPINION: A special tribute to Louis A. Gallo
Douglas B. Maitland and Duncan H. Maitland
Louis A. Gallo was a true friend, teacher, artist, visionary, writer, storyteller, leader, team player, jokester, and humorist, as well as the most generous human being we have ever known. His knowledge of Swampscott history was legendary. No one else could compete what alone comes to a tie vote in this area. He was tops and the number one person to seek out for answers to your questions about Swampscott.
His accomplishments for the benefit of the town were many, but the one we both consider his “jewel in the crown” is Swampscott’s Lady Deborah Moody Lilac Arboretum. Who else but Louie could have brought such a large, unique, and beautiful asset to Swampscott?