Dr. Marcus Lucas DiLeo, Sr.

Dr. Marcus Lucas DiLeo, Sr. age 58, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 27, 2014. Devoted father of Emily Kathryn DiLeo and Marcus Lucas DiLeo, Jr.; son of Antoinette Russo Fitzpatrick and the late Dr. Vincent Louis DiLeo, brother of Dr. Vincent L. DiLeo, Jr., (Mary), Gina M. DiLeo and Annette D. Shaw (David). Also survived by nephew Vincent L. "Trey" DiLeo, III, nieces Lauren Favret, Claudia Favret, Meredith Shaw and Corinne DiLeo. A native of New Orleans and a graduate of LSU School of Medicine, Marc practiced the art and science of medicine for 32 years. He received the Owl Club Award from Tulane University for outstanding mentorship to Medical Student in 1985 while doing a fellowship in pediatrics. He enjoyed composing and listening to music, history, cooking, gardening, and spending time with his cherished children. He ardently sought to expand his mind and knowledge through studies of an eclectic range of sciences and humanities associated with various philosophies, languages, theories, and arts. He deeply valued the many aesthetics of life. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend visitation from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 31, 2014, with a memorial service to follow, at 1:00 p.m. from Lake Lawn Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Boulevard. Please visit and sign the family guest book at http://www.lakelawnmetairie.com./ The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Richard Inglese, Debbie Taylor and Notre Dame Hospice. In lieu of flowers, it is requested that donations be made to Notre Dame Hospice, in Marc's name.