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Joseph Giardina Obituary

Joseph Giardina, long time resident of Chalmette and recent resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana since Hurricane Katrina, died on Thursday, August 1st, 2013. He was born October 23, 1931, in New Orleans, Louisiana to Joseph and Rosalie Giardina. He was also the beloved son-in-law of the late Saverio and Hilma Ragusa. His brothers were the late Salvadore Giardina and wife Betty of Laplace, Mary Giardina Wells and her late husband Albert of Hot Springs, Arkansas, and Philip Giardina of New Orleans. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Josephine Ragusa Giardina; his sons David Joseph Giardina and his wife Mary Ann Jung Giardina, and Keith Saverio Giardina and his wife Pamela Bonnecarrere Giardina. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Todd David Giardina and wife Robin, Scott Nicholas Giardina and wife Melanie, Matthew James Evans and wife Fabiola, Richard Kyle Evans, Ryan Casey Evans, Joseph Saverio Giardina, and Alexandra Grace Giardina and great grandchildren Janie Giardina, Yselle Evans and the late Elliot Giardina. Joseph was the brother-in-law of the late Louise Prince, Barbara Buras and Cynthia Bencaz. Joseph, an electrician by trade, was a member of IBEW Local 130 and was a past board member. He also served in the Louisiana National Guard. He was a longtime member of the Usher Society at Our Lady of Prompt Succor in Chalmette and also served as its president for many years. He was a woodworking instructor and member of the Carpenters Club at Nunez Community College in Chalmette and was also a member of the Fun For All Group, the Santa Giuseppe Gastronomic and Frivolity Society, as well as a past member of the Italian American Cultural Society. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at LAKE LAWN METAIRIE FUNERAL HOME, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. in New Orleans, on Tuesday, August 6, 2013 at 1:00 PM. Interment will follow in Metairie Cemetery. A visitation will be held at the funeral home beginning at 10:00 AM. To view and sign the guest book, visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

Published by The Advocate from Aug. 3 to Aug. 6, 2013.
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David,
I was sorry to hear of your father's death. You and your family have my deepest sympathy. I will remember all of you in my prayers. God's blessings.
Yvonne Spicuzza

August 12, 2013

Ms. Josephine - I just read about your dear husband in the St. Aloysius Bulletin and am so saddened by his passing. I would see the two of you every Sunday at the 11:00 mass and it would touch my heart at your devotion to each other. I will miss his gentle smile and hope to see you at mass soon.

Wanda Townsend

August 7, 2013

David - so sorry to hear about your dad, just found out last night from my mom. I remember how our dads used to enjoy watching us play ball at Versailles. They were both special men.
I know he was very proud of you and will be greatly missed . I will keep you, your mom and family in my prayers. Take care my friend.

Bobby Wahl

August 7, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family. You will be in my prayers.

Maria Miserendino Carollo & Family

August 6, 2013

Although I haven't seen Mr. joe since I was a child, i can still see his smiling face and feel his warm friendly personality. May God comfort you in your time of need.

Jodi Sciambra Balestra

August 5, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Tanisia Archer

August 5, 2013

Mary, I'm so sorry to hear of your brother's passing. Remember him with lasting memories.

Pat & Tony Guzzardo

August 5, 2013

Dear Giardina Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May Our Lord Jesus Christ comfort you during this difficult time. You will be in my prayers.
Debby Wahl Messa

Deborah Wahl Messa

August 5, 2013

Aunt Josephine, David, Keith, and family, I'm so sorry to hear about Uncle Joe. My memory of him is of a man of strong faith who loved his family and was very proud of them. I won't be able to make the services, but know that my prayers are with you all.

Perry Armstrong

August 5, 2013

Dear Dave and family,

We were so very sorry to learn of the passing of your father. Please know that you, and your entire family, will be in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Scott Pavur

August 4, 2013

To Keith and David and other family members,

So sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved father mentor and friend. Just to let you know that Kaye and I are thinking and praying for you. Know that we talk of the good ole days and wish that we could get together sometimes to reminisce. Praying for you both.

Mike and Kaye Byrd

August 4, 2013

Josephine so sorry to hear about Joe. I'm so sorry I can't make it I just found out. So I'm sending my deepest sympathy to all of you. All of you will be in my prayers.
Lelia, Milton, Florida

Lelia Naquin

August 4, 2013

Sorry to hear of Joe,s passing. We are currently in Wy.for the summer ,but will pray for you and your family. Eddie and I thought Joe was a wonderful man,we will all miss him . Judy and Eddie Ryan

August 4, 2013

Dave and family, sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May his life live on in your memories. Jen Pardo

August 4, 2013

Joe will be so missed and was much loved by Guy & MaxAnne Ragusa

August 3, 2013

Mrs. Giardina, Keith, and Pam my family and I would like to send our deepest sympathy to all of you. Sixty-one years of marriage is such a loving tribute and accomplishment. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Lucy Maraj

August 3, 2013

Dave and family - Deepest sympathy on the loss of your dad. May you find peace and comfort knowing he is now with our Lord in heaven.

Kathy and Vic Pizzo

August 3, 2013

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