Darlene Mae Ricker Annaloro

It's with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Darlene Mae Ricker Annaloro, who left us on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, surrounded by family and love. She was born on April 22, 1950, in New Orleans, LA to Nancy Mammelli Ricker and Albert Andrew Ricker, Sr.

She is survived by and will be missed by her children, Jennifer Annaloro (Rob) and Nathan Annaloro (Ashley); her grandson, Haidyn Annaloro-Joseph; her granddaughter, Bella Mae Annaloro and her four siblings, Deanna Ricker, Albert Andrew Ricker, Jr. (Kathy), Kevin Ricker and Keith Ricker. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and beloved friends.

Darlene was preceded in death by her son, Albert Anthony Annaloro, Jr.; her parents; a sister, Deborah Raffo; three nephews, Johnny Pons, IV, Joey Raffo and Justin Raffo and a niece, Bridgette Ricker.

A celebration of Darlene's life will be held on Saturday, May 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd. in Metairie, LA. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com for the family.