Anthony "Tony" Fradella

Anthony “Tony” Fradella, a native of New Orleans, LA and a resident Chalmation for the last 63 years, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018 at the age of 88. Beloved husband of Marie Louise Barras Fradella for nearly 65 years. Loving father of Elizabeth Steddum (Dave), David Fradella (Kathy), Vincent Fradella (Barbara) and Carol Roger (the late Randy). Brother of Paul Fradella (Claire). Brother-in-law to Debbie Evers (Mike) and the late Geraldine Markey (the late Jack). Preceded in death by his parents, Dora Piazza Fradella and Frank Fradella, a sister Josephine Reidy (the late Bill) and two brothers, Salvador & Frank Fradella, Jr. He was the proud grandfather of Matthew Steddum (Siara), Jeffrey Steddum (Melanie), Sara Felt (Dan), Rachel Fradella, Judy Rockwell (Norman), Michele Gerarve (Chris), Randy Swan and Kayla Roger. Also survived by his great-grandchildren Nick, Emma, Sienna, Margaret, Athena and Elena. He also leaves behind many nieces and nephews, as well as great nieces and nephews. He was a graduate of St. Aloysius High School in New Orleans, a member of the Army National Guard and employee of Kaiser Aluminum for 30 years before retiring. He will be greatly missed by his family, friends, neighbors and many passersby, who got and gave greetings to Tony, from his favorite spot on his front porch. The family would like to give special thanks to St. Margaret’s Home Health and Hospice for their care and support, as well as his good neighbor, Ms. Connie. He will be remembered for his love of family and his loathing of leaves falling on his lawn, but especially his sense of humor and quick wit.

A gathering for friends and family will be held on Monday, October 1, 2018 from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM, at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. VIRTUE ST., in Chalmette, Louisiana. He will be laid to rest at a later date.