Albert Dennis Raia

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Albert Raia Obituary

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.

Published by The Advocate from May 6 to May 8, 2014.
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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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