DOB/DOD: November 10, 1946 (Parkersburg, WV) – January 3, 2024 (Norwalk, CT); 77 years old
MARITAL STATUS: Married Susan Gustafson (1946-) on December 14, 1968, in Norwalk, Connecticut
CHILDREN: Two sons, Christopher P. (1970-1973) and Jonathan P. (1974-).
LOCAL ADDRESSES: 15 Cider Lane and 42 Olmstead Place, Norwalk
ENLISTMENT: November 5, 1965
SERVICE NUMBER: 2186409
MILITARY OCCUPATIONAL SPECIALTY: 1341 = Engineer Equipment Mechanic
DISCHARGE: November 4, 1969
UNIT: Headquarters Battery, 4th Battalion, 12th Marines, 3rd Marine Division
FAMILY: Born to Paul L. [Army veteran] (1922-1978) and Delores Heinrich Lerow (1926-2011). One brother, David W. [Marine Corps veteran] (1951-).
DECORATIONS: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with one service star, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Presidential Unit Citation, and the Purple Heart Medal.
Norwalk High School Class of 1964
Photo contributed by Susan Lerow, wife of Paul Lerow
From Legacy.com on January 5, 2024
Paul C. Lerow, 77, husband of Susan Lerow of Norwalk, passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024. He was born in Parkersburg, West Virginia, on November 10, 1946, to the late Paul L. and Doris Lerow. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps, and during his tour of duty in Vietnam, he was awarded two Purple Heart Medals and one Bronze Star Medal. He enjoyed his Corvettes and being a member of the Coachmen Car Club. He also loved traveling with his wife in their motor coach all around the United States. In addition to his wife, Susan, of 55 years, Paul is survived by his son, Jonathan Lerow of Norwalk, CT. Paul was predeceased by his son, Christopher P. Lerow. Calling hours will be held on Monday, January 8, from 4:00 to 7:30 p.m. at Collins Funeral Home, 92 East Avenue, Norwalk, CT. Prayer services with military honors will begin at 7:30 p.m.
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