Thomas D'Aquila Obituary

Thomas was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, brother, uncle and good friend to all who knew him. He was a native of Fort Adams, Mississippi and a resident of Morganza, LA. He passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at his home at the age of 82. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and self-employed until his retirement. He was also a member of Knights of Columbus. Visiting will be held at St. Ann's Catholic Church in Morganza on Saturday, October 12, 2013 from 9:00am until mass of Christian burial in the church at 11:00am. Burial will be held at the church cemetery. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 wonderful years, Dolores Tuminello D'Aquila; his seven children, daughters Ramona Henry and husband James; Deborah Guedry and husband Chris; Madeline Hollier; Elizabeth Bordelon and husband Donald; Cynthia Landry and husband Charles; and sons Cy D'Aquila and Thomas D'Aquila Jr.; 10 grandchildren; 15 great grandchildren; brother Jerome D'Aquila and wife Vickie; and sister in law Antoinette D'Aquila. Preceded in death by his parents Rosario "Cy" and Madeline D'Aquila; brother Vincent D'Aquila; nephew Roy Michael D'Aquila. Pallbearers are Steve Tramonte, Christopher Guedry, Hunter Bordelon, Charles Landry, Jr.; Thomas D'Aquila III and Paul D'Aquila. Honorary pallbearer is Jerome D'Aquila.

Published by The Advocate from Oct. 10 to Oct. 17, 2013.
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My dear friend Madeline and to the rest of your family. I want to express my deepest sympathy on the passing of your father. I was out of town and just returned on Nov. 01. I know your sorrow, but remember all the good times and rely greatly on The Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Heartfelt sympathy to you and your family.
Love, Kathy Lewis.

November 1, 2013

I want to convey my condolences to the family. May God the Father and our Lord Jesus Christ give you grace and peace.

October 16, 2013

Those we love don't go away,
They walk beside us every day,
Unseen, unheard, but always near,
Still loved, still missed and very dear.

I am so sorry for your loss.

Linda Berry

October 16, 2013

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October 12, 2013

RIP Uncle Tommy. I will miss talking baseball with you. You always had a smile.

John D'Aquila

October 11, 2013

Cyndy, Liz, Cy,
I am so sorry to learn of your father's passing, I remember him fondly throughout my years in Morganza. Prayfully, your faith, family and friends will see you through this difficult time. I can attest to the same, I know your loss, and offer my sincerest sympathy and condolences..Sincerely, Lieutentant Colonel (R) Billy LaGrone

October 11, 2013

Our sincere sympathy for your loss. May you find comfort and consolation in your faith in God, the love of family and friends and good memories of the past.

Lyle & Pam Brown

October 10, 2013

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