John R. Fassbender was born in New Orleans, La. on February 15, 1941. He passed away peacefully at home. He is survived by the love of his life Lena Montalbano Fassbender and cherished, loving, and devoted daughter Robin Marie Fassbender, son Johnny Anthony (Raquel); grandchildren Jena, Joshua, Caitlyn, Amelia, Angelo; brother Ronald; daughter in laws Jo Ann and Nicolette; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and colleagues. He is preceded in death by his sons, Carlo Alphonse and Anthony Michael, sister Helen Fassbender Dizsland, grand doggies Zach, Monte, and Rocco. He loved his iced tea, M&Ms, drawing, driving the Lakefront to The Point, The French Quarter, driving the Gulf Coast, going to the casinos, and family dinners. He was a perfectionist in his field from South Padre Island down the coast to Daytona Beach, FL. He enjoyed his retirement. The family would like to give special thanks to Greg, Elaine Claire, Dr. Tebbe, Bonnie, Shell, Lisa from P.T., Jeff, Bryce, and his favorite restaurant Casa Garcia. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 beginning at 3:00pm followed by a Funeral Mass at 5:00pm at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans. Burial will be private.
