From Paul Gutheil #1

lou_costello, originally uploaded by bucklesw1. Paul and Diane Gutheil Buckles, Attached is a photo, which scanned poorly, of a statue that was erected a number of years ago in Paterson, NJ to honor beloved native son, Lou Costello. I believe I read somewhere that Bud Abbott's mother was an aerialist and some other family members were "Circus" as well. Best, Paul Buckles, Just took time to check......Bud Abbott, Mother bareback rider, Father advance man both with Barnum & Bailey. Best, Paul