Dean A. Angerdina

Dean Anthony Angerdina, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, entered into eternal rest peacefully surrounded by his family on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on February 3, 1945, in New Orleans and raised in Kenner, Louisiana, Dean’s zeal for life touched everyone he met.

Dean was a graduate of St. Charles Borromeo High School and Southeastern LA College. He began his career as a teacher and disciplinarian at East Jefferson and Bonnabel High Schools. He then transitioned into a successful sales career beginning with International Harvester and retiring from Nalco Chemical Company after almost 30 years of service. Dean was a longtime resident of Metairie and a devoted parishioner of St. Christopher the Martyr Parish, where he was a member of the St. Christopher Pastoral Council, 4th Degree Member of the Knights of Columbus Greco Assembly #2093, and the St. Christopher Council 3rd Degree #4508. Dean was a regular retreatant at Manresa House of Retreats in Convent, where he was a member of Group 39, having regularly attended retreats since 1985. He dedicated his time and love as a volunteer with East Jefferson General Hospital for nearly 20 years and during that time was honored as volunteer of the month.

Dean was a true family man, his joy was found in fishing and spending time in Grand Isle with family and friends, coaching his children playing sports, watching his grandchildren’s sporting events, dance recitals, and other activities.

Dean was an avid Saints fan and was a season ticket holder for many decades, starting from their inaugural season. He was fortunate to have attended the Saints Superbowl victory in Miami. He loved sports of all kinds and was thankful to have attended the Masters in Augusta, Georgia. He loved gardening, tracking the weather, playing cards and board games with his children and grandchildren, trips to the beach, and had a zest for life until he was called home to be with the Lord.

He is survived by his loving wife of nearly 54 years, Jackie Griffin Angerdina, and their three children: Mark Angerdina (Tracey), David Angerdina (Eve), and Laurie Hoyt (Michael). Dean, known as Papa, leaves a lasting legacy through his grandchildren: Karly, Jackson (Serafina), Madeleine (fiancé Monty), Mia, Julian, Michael Jr., Kaitlyn, and Katherine. He is also survived by his mother-in-law Rosalie Ciaccio Griffin, his aunt Enola Purcello, his in-laws whom he considered siblings, Stephen, Linda, Barbara, Warren and Karen, many beloved nieces, nephews, cousins and other relatives and friends.

He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Sam and Jennie Angerdina and his father-in-law Warren J. Griffin, Sr.

The family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the doctors, nurses, and medical staff at East Jefferson General Hospital.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at ST. CHRISTOPHER THE MARTYR CHURCH, 3900 Derbigny St., Metairie, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. followed by a Rosary & Funeral Mass. Interment to follow at METAIRIE CEMETERY, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans, LA, 70119.

Memorials can be made to his late nephew’s scholarship fund, the Brian Lousteau Memorial Scholarship at Loyola University New Orleans, 6363 St. Charles Ave., Box 909, New Orleans, LA 70118. The family invites you to share memories and condolences online at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.