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Lester Aue

Death by Force
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Lester Allen Aue, a 54-year-old prominent Cincinnati businessman and socialite, tragically lost his life on December 21, 1956. He was killed in a shooting incident that also claimed the life of his 17-year-old daughter, Susan Aue, and Gordon Pape Jr., a 19-year-old. The incident occurred on December 21, 1956, and was reported by the Associated Press.

The shooting was a result of a violent altercation, and the investigation revealed that Gordon Pape Jr. was involved in the incident. Pape w ...Read More
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  • Lester Allen Aue (1902-1956) - Find a Grave Memorial
  • Lester A Aue, age 54 - National Gun Violence Memorial
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    Victim Details

    Lester A Aue

    Male

    Cincinnati

    OH

    1956-12-21

    54

    Lester

    Aue

    11/08/2025

    Forum Posts (2)
    Has anyone else looked into the relationship dynamics between the Aue family and Gordon Pape Jr.? I ... ...Read More
    12/21/2023
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    04/01/2023
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