A resident of Jackson, La. and native of Baton Rouge, La., he passed away peacefully on Wed., May 8, 2013 at La. War Veterans Home at the age of 85. He attended Catholic High School in Baton Rouge and graduated from Jefferson Military School in Washington, Miss. While at Catholic High, he began boxing and later went on to win the Golden Gloves at Madison Square Garden in New York City. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy who served during World War II as a radioman on a mine sweeper. Later, he was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the U.S. Army during peace time. After being honorably discharged from the military, he attended and graduated from Louisiana College in Pineville, La., where he played football and obtained his degree in physical education. He coached football at Brusly High School, Redemptorist High School in Baton Rouge and Destrehan High School. He was a successful business owner throughout his life. He was a member of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church in Central, La. and a member of the American Legion. He was preceded in death by his father, Anthony P. Acosta, Sr., of Baton Rouge, and his mother, Margueritte Himel Norwood of Himelaya Plantation in Lafourche Parish. He is survived by his son, Kenny Acosta, and wife, Susan Acosta, of Central, La.; by three daughters, Jayne Bossley of Austin, TX, Meg Johnson, and husband, Jeff Johnson, of Baton Rouge, and Amanda Acosta, of Telluride, Co.; six grandchildren, Kalyca Acosta, Rachel Acosta, Bill "Zeke" Acosta, Pierce Bossley, Noel Johnson and Christian Johnson; several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, all of whom he was very proud and loved immensely. He lived each day of his life to the fullest and brought much joy and laughter to all who knew him. He will be dearly missed by his family and friends. Thanks to all of the wonderful staff at La. War Veterans Home in Jackson, La., with special appreciation to Mrs. Dawn Giroir, who gave him friendship, love and comfort and was surely his guardian angel here on earth. Visitation will be at Charlet Funeral Home in Zachary, La. on Monday, May 13, from 12:30 p.m. until 2:30 p.m. service, with burial at the Louisiana National Cemetery in Port Hudson, La. Share sympathies, condolences and memories at www.CharletFuneralHome.com.
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Jayne and Kenny, I am so sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family during this time if grief. Been a long time since High School, but have often gone back to those days of memories.
Katherine (Gascon) Weaver
May 14, 2013
Dear Jayne and Kenny,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I have thought of both of you over the years and remember what fun we had growing up together. I'll never forget it!! Hope you both are well.
With my deepest sympathy,
Elaine Deones
May 14, 2013
So sorry to hear of Sonny Boy's passing. My Mom loved him and always enjoyed his frequent phone calls where they caught up with each other's kids and grandkids. I remember well his call to me after she passed..He really adored his cousin. He always had such joy in his voice...but I also remember he could strike fear in all of us when we would stay with you all during our visits to Baton Rouge. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.. Becky (Pat Fleniken OBrien Wood's daughter)
May 13, 2013
So sorry to hear about your daddy. He always had a smile on his face. Will miss him greatly. Christine and the Fleniken family
May 13, 2013
Kenny and Meg....I just wanted to say how sorry I am for the loss of Mr. Tony. He will be truely missed here at the War Veterans home. He always had a smile on his face. Please know that ya'll are in my thoughts and prayers.
Karen Normand, RNC
May 13, 2013
Kenny & Family,
Your loss is in our prayers. Heaven's stars are our lost loved ones watching over us. Sadly, we now have another star to gaze upon.
Tommy & Jo Ann Curtis Alexander
May 11, 2013
Jayne, Kenny, Meg & Amanda & families,
I was so sad to hear about Tony. I have really enjoyed spending time with him and listening to the many stories he shared with me. I am truly going to miss him. My prayers are with each and everyone of you! God Bless!
Sarah Pipes
May 11, 2013
I recently met Mr. Tony for the first time and he was so full of life with a huge smile on his face! Enjoyed everyday to the last day! Condolences to the family.
Tammy Parker
May 11, 2013
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