Paul Caldarera

Step father of Linda LeBlanc and Westley Rushing.

A proud step grandfather of 4 grandchildren and several step great grandchildren.

Son of the late Manuela “Nellie” Purcello Caldarera and Victor Caldarera.

Brother of Marie Courtney(late Sidney), Victor Caldarera (late Clara), Salvador Caldarera, Sr.(Phyllis), and the late Joseph (late Estelle), Pascal (late Theresa), Anthony (Rita), Vincent Caldarera (late Lottie) and Paula Crowton (Gene).

He is also survived by 14 nephews, 3 nieces, numerous great & great-great nieces & nephews, other relatives and friends.

Paul served his country in the U. S. Army during World War II and reenlisted in the U.S Air Force after being discharged. He was a loving man who will be greatly missed by all.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass at the Garden of Memories Funeral Home, 4900 Airline Dr., Metairie on Wednesday, March 14, 2012 at 12:00 noon. Visitation from 10:00 am until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the American Heart Association, 110 Veterans, Suite 160, Metairie, LA 70005. Condolences at www.gardenofmemoriesfuneralhome.com.