Frank Viola II

Frank Viola II, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, January 20, 2019 after a brief illness. He was born on November 23, 1948 to Francis X. Viola and Beatrice Papa Viola in New Orleans. Frank attended St. Aloysius High School and Louisiana State University in New Orleans. Frank was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Husband of Kim Baye Viola for 41 years. Father of Alexandra Blair Viola and Alana Elizabeth Viola (Donald). Frank was an attentive grandfather known as "Pops" to Preston and Charlotte Watts. Brother of Anne Cigali and husband Anthony J. brother-in-law to Karen Marrione and Michael Baye. Uncle to Elizabeth Manshel (Laurence), Andree Pierce (Kevin), Ashley Tyler (Henry), Ashley Varnado (David), Amanda Marrione (Josh). He is also survived by a host of great nieces and nephews. Frank was the former President of Marine Specialty and Mill Supply Co. and Bolts Unlimited. He became self employed in Real Estate. Frank had a passion for cooking, football and golf especially when he achieved a hole in one. Yes, witnesses were present. He loved to entertain with family and friends. He was a member of the Almost Ancient Cullinary Phellows and St. John Fools of Misrule. Frank was active in St. Aloysius Alumni Association and involved in the reunions for the class of 1967, and the Brother Martin golf tournaments. Relatives and Friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans on Thursday at noon with public visitation from 10:00am until service time. Interment will follow the service at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, please have masses said or donations made to Brother Martin High School 4401 Elysian Fields Ave. New Orleans LA 70122.