Louis J. Pagnotti Jr., 94, of Old Forge, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, surrounded by his family. He was married to the late Josephine Domiano Pagnotti, who preceded him in death in 2003.
Born in Old Forge, he was the son of the late Louis Sr. and Mary Tedesco Pagnotti. Louis grew up in Old Forge, attending Old Forge schools through 10th grade. In 1942, he graduated from the Staunton Military Academy in Staunton, Virginia, at 15 years old. In 1943, he graduated from Wyoming Seminary and enrolled at Penn State University. While a college student, he enlisted in the United States Army and served in the infantry, receiving a World War II Victory Medal, Army of Occupation Medal and the American Campaign Medal for his distinguished military service. After his honorable discharge from the Army, he completed his college education earning a degree in commerce and business.