Eugene Pasqual Lasartemay

Eugene and Ruth Lasartemay ²

Eugene Pasqual Lasartemay (May 17, 1903 – June 3, 1993) American historian, sailor, scout leader, and insurance broker. Along with his wife Ruth Lasartemay, they were some of the founders of the East Bay Negro Historical Society, which became the basis of the African American Museum & Library at Oakland (AAMLO).

The Lasartemays were also instrumental in the preservation of the town of Allensworth (now Colonel Allenswoth State Historic Park).

Lasartemay was the scoutmaster of Boy Scout Troop 43, and in 1951, was given the Silver Beaver award, the highest award given to adult leaders. ^1,3 According to family, the Lasartemays had an infectious energy. Their grandson said every trip to their house was an education.

Links and References

from AAMLO ³

• Guide to the Lasartemay Family Papers MS 32 African American Museum & Library at Oakland, Oakland Public Library

1. Obituary (June 6, 1993) Oakland Tribune, Sunday, page 16
2. Scout Leaders Take Offices Oakland Tribune January 29, 1951
3. MS189_1158, photo, African American Museum and Library of Oakland