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Albert Dennis Raia passed away on Saturday, May 3, 2014 in Baton Rouge. Albert was full of life, made people laugh wherever he went, and had a nickname for everyone. Albert lit up a room with his impeccable sense of humor and his big heart, and truly lived his life to the fullest. Albert was a pharmacist by profession and did his best to help everyone he came in contact with no matter where he was. Albert loved LSU football, tailgating and cooking jambalaya for the LSU games. He was passionate about Civil War history and was an avid hunter. Albert was preceded in death by his parents, Albert Raia and Katherine Canezaro Raia, and stepfather Sam Rotolo. He is survived by his loving wife Lori Caruso Raia, mother and father in law Ninfa and Daniel Caruso, beloved dog Lucy Lou. Survived by daughter Katherine Angelle Raia, son Albert John Raia and wife Jessica Katzer Raia, and two grandchildren, Lake Lee Raia and William John Raia. He is also survived by numerous cousins in the Rockford, Illinois area. Visitation will be held at St. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church, 3625 Highway 75, St. Gabriel, Louisiana on Friday, May 9, 2014 from 9am until 12:00 noon. Funeral Mass will be held at 12:00 noon with interment to follow in St. Gabriel Cemetery under the direction of Rabenhorst Funeral Home. Pallbearers will be Albert John Raia, Mike Crowell, Tony Arbisi, Derek McCoy, Lenny Treanor, Raymond Kobetz, Mike Soto, Lionel Sims, Brian Schulte and Mike Montalbano.
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Jutta Graffia
June 2, 2014
Lori Raia
June 1, 2014
My condolences to Lori and Children. We were high school friends,Al was in my wedding party. We went to many friday nite hs football games & "DOM's pizza.
Bob Marinelli
May 24, 2014
Lori, I am so sorry for your loss. Albert's last few years of his life were undoubtedly his happiest because he had found the love of his life. Your unwavering love for him through many hardships he had to endure and also many wonderful times is a true example of what selfless, unconditional love is. We will all miss this wonderful man whose love with live forever in you. You are in our prayers.
Rebecca Smith
May 16, 2014
We love you Nano. You blessed our lives every day. It's in times like these that we realize what's really important. John and Katie, you both were the light of his life, and his legacy lives on through you always and forever.
Jessica Raia
May 16, 2014
Lori,
I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my prayers.
Yunika Ringo-White
May 15, 2014
Lori, I am so sorry. You are in my prayers everyday.
Shannah Smith
May 12, 2014
Just read of Al's passing in the Rockford Register Star. Al and I were good friends in the Rock Valley College era. what a great guy! You and your family will be in our prayers..
John Choppie
May 10, 2014
Lori,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jay Rabalais
May 9, 2014
Sending our prayers to you as you face the days ahead, and wishing you the comfort of knowing all the lives Albert touched in such a positive way. He will surely be missed.
Milton Price
May 9, 2014
My prayers for the family and my friend Lori.
Linda Johnson
May 9, 2014
Dearest cousin ,
I'll never ever forget you Denny. May you rest in peace in the arms of all the loved ones who have passed who join you in the everlasting light.
May 8, 2014
My brothers and I have wonderful memories of Denny. He was always full of life and laughter. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. All our love The Kozlowski Family (The Chicago Kids)
Camille Kozlowski
May 8, 2014
We will miss your happy face around the vet school. God speed.
Jenny Cassibry
May 8, 2014
You're in our thoughts now and in the days to come. May if comfort you to know that we were so very sorry to hear of your loss, Albert was a kind loving man with a big gentle heart.
Sharlene Thomas
May 7, 2014
Lori, I am glad we able to meet and laugh. Denny will always be remembered in our prayers and thoughts. With all our love.
Roger Arbisi
May 7, 2014
I'm going to miss walking into the pharmacy hearing you say help me ronda. You will truly be missed. Lori my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Ronda Sterling
May 7, 2014
Albert was one of a kind. He will be missed by a lot of people. Lori, my prayers are with you during this trying time.
Pat Dean
May 7, 2014
To cousin Denny's family, my deepest sympathy to you all.
RIP cousin.
Peter Leggero
May 7, 2014
GODSPEED ALBERT ! I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU. YOUR ROOMMATE IN PHARMACY SCHOOL.
MARK "CHICK" CHIASSON
May 7, 2014
GODSPEED ALBERT I WILL NEVER FORGET YOU!
YOUR ROOMMATE IN PHARMACY SCHOOL.
MARK "CHICK" CHIASSON
LAFAYETTE,LOUISIANA
May 7, 2014
Lori, It was such fun working with Albert...I loved his smile and his wit! He will truly be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Jan Diez
May 7, 2014
Awe....Albert, you will truly be missed.
Nicole Soirez
May 7, 2014
Albert was very fun and entertaining to work with!
Never a dull moment when Albert was around.
Trish Beard
May 7, 2014
I am sending my prayers to Mrs Lori and Family I loved to be around Mr Albert he always make me laugh you will be missed Mr Albert
Jutta Graffia
May 7, 2014
My prayers are with you, trust in God to see you through the days ahead. It was a pleasure working with Albert, he will truly be missed. Lean not to your own understanding in all your ways acknowledge him and he shall direct your path.
God bless
Davitria "Kriss" Brown
May 6, 2014
Every time I think about "Fat Albert", I'm reminded of how he lit up the room when as soon as he walked on the door. Raia family, I sent my deepest sympathy
Traci Coleman
May 6, 2014
For making life more enjoyable, I thank you!
You are loved by many, and will not be forgotten.
Donna Scott
May 6, 2014
Lori, We're so sad to hear of your loss. Albert was a wonderful man and husband and we know you found such joy with each other. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Brian and Nancy Page
Brian & Nancy Page
May 6, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to all the family. Always loved his beautful smile.
Patsy Canezaro Bellelo
May 6, 2014
RIP cousin Denny. I am sure Aunt Katie was at the gate to greet you with open arms!
Cousin Diana LiCausi
Rockford, IL
May 6, 2014
My Sincere condolences to my cousin Albert's Wife Lori and Children .... My Prayers and Thoughts are with you ...Rest in Peace Denny ....
John Leggero
May 6, 2014
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