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Joseph Demma Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from May 22 to May 24, 2013.

Joseph Anthony Demma, 85, entered Heaven's gates on May 21, 2103, surrounded by his family. Son of the late Joseph K. Demma and Annie Verret Demma. Loving husband of 60 years to Maria Duca Demma. Father of Barbara Thibodeaux (Carroll) and Alan Demma (Cathy). Grandfather to Tracy Barreca Alexander (Cade), Gina Barreca Walker (Ryan), Ryan Demma (Erika), Paul Demma and Angela Melle (Jeff). Great grandfather to Nathan Walker. Preceded in death by brothers, Alvin and Albert Demma, and a sister, Penny Donavan. Retired from the New Orleans Sewerage and Water Board and a U.S. Navy Veteran of World War II and the Korean War. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and "adopted" grandchildren. He loved everyone and was loved by many. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church (Divine Mercy) 4119 St. Elizabeth Dr., Kenner, La., on Friday, May 24, 2013 at 12:00 p.m. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. until mass time at the church. Interment will follow at St. Louis #3 Cemetery. Condolences may be expressed online at www.schoencanalstreet.com.

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May 29, 2013

St. Joseph Hospice

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

May 26, 2013

Barbara, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your father was absolutely one of the best dads when we were in school at St. Rose. Not only your Dad, but your Mom also, was so warm and welcoming. They seemed to love when the quiet slipped away as we gathered in your home. May he rest in peace. Love, Karen Indest Shaw

May 24, 2013

Betty Lemons

MARIA and Family my thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your family. I REMEMBER ALL THE GOOD TIMES we have all had over the past 50 years. We have laughed together, cried together, ate good food together, but most of all remained Good Friends. Joseph Fought a good fight, finished the race, and kept the faith. Love and Prayers Betty

May 24, 2013

Cynthia Delone

Mr. Demma was such as nice person, I was his adjuster at Sewerage & Water Board, he loved his family so much, I know that he left ya'll with plenty memories. God Bless.

May 24, 2013

Katherine Grant

Joseph Demma was a very nice man. I will always remember working with his at Sewerage and Water Board in the Electric Shop. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. God Bless

Katherine Grant
S&WB - Electric Shop

May 24, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Remember all the years you all spent together. God Bless

Katherine Grant
Sewerage & Water Board
Electric Shop

May 24, 2013

Celeste Pfefferle

Barbara, I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. In looking back, I have so many fond memories of time spent at your house with you and your parents. They were such a part of "us". My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Love you! Celeste

May 24, 2013

Barbara & Family,
Very sorry to hear of your loss, my prayers are with you and your family at this time. I am sure Your Dad is in a much better place.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Your "69' Classmate,
Susan Delaune Rome

May 24, 2013

Luzette Cazes Pecoraro

Barbara, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, and my deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. Love, Luzette Cazes Pecoraro

May 24, 2013

David Tardo

Barbara and Family,
So sorry to hear of the lost of your Father. Your thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
David and Cindy Tardo - Lacombe, LA

May 24, 2013

Fran Shubert-Negrotto

Sending prayers out to the entire Demma family at this time of sadness.May the Holy Spirit comfort you in your loss.

May 24, 2013

Lee Maenza & Family

Maria, I am so sorry for your loss,Joe was a very special person. He will be sadly missed. Love

May 23, 2013

Anamaria Mendoza

May 23, 2013

Tracy Barreca Alexander

I love you paw paw. Thank you so much for everything you have done for us through the years. You always took care of "your girls". I'm realizing now how hard of a job that was. No task was too small, from fixing cars to killing bugs, you were always there. We didn't have much but we had each other. I love you and miss you more than you know

May 23, 2013

Barbara,
Remember all the good times you and your family spent with your Dad and you will always find peace. All of our thoughts and prayers go out to your whole family, we will remember everyone in our prayers at this difficult time.

Your friends,
Henry and M'Liss

May 23, 2013

Pete & Karen Thibodeaux

I will miss the stories Mr Joe. RIP my good man

May 23, 2013

Barbara and Maria, so sorry for your loss. Joe was a great person and will missed dearly.
Brenda Veltman

May 23, 2013

priscilla grundmeyer

Maria and Family, So sorry to hear about Joseph passing. I have some fond memories of him. He always had a smile, hug, and a kiss for everyone he greeted. His love for his family was pure. My God bless you and your family and know that he is your angel in heaven watching over everyone he loved.

May 23, 2013

Barbara, Tracy, Gina & Family,
May wonderful memories fill your hearts w/love....the love of your PawPaw..even though you will miss him dearly I'm sure he would want you to be happy for he lived a long & wonderful life ...you were so lucky to have him in your life for so many years. My prayers & condolences to you & your family.
Love,
Gail & Glen Airhart

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