Susan Thomass Paisant

Susan Thomas Paisant passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 28, 2025 at her home at the age of 68. Susan was a native of Metairie. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, William “Bill” J. Thomas and Mary Mayeux Thomas. Survived by her loving husband, Sidney E. Paisant, children, Paul J. Napolitano, Jr. (Martha) and Michael C. Napolitano (Catherine), her adoring grandchildren Charlie Miller Napolitano, Annie Marie Napolitano, June Margaret Napolitano, and Sam William Napolitano, her brothers William J. “Bill” Thomas, Jr. (Susan), Mike Thomas (Madeleine), David Thomas (Jan), and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Susan was a graduate of Riverdale High School in 1975 and embarked on a career in the insurance industry for 47 years retiring after 25 years from LWCC.

Susan loved big and with her whole heart. She adored her boys and was thankful every day for the love and loyalty of her devoted husband, Sid. In recent years, she found immense joy in her newest role as “Grammie,” cherishing every moment spent with her grandchildren and embracing that special bond with all her heart.

Second only to her family was her love for the beach and for having a good time. Even in the midst of her medical battles, she never stopped dreaming — always planning the next cruise, beach trip, or getaway with those she loved most. Susan had a big personality that filled every room she entered, bringing laughter, warmth, and light to everyone around her. Although she is gone far too soon, Susan knew how to live life and was determined to live life to the fullest. She treated everyone as if they were family and will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated Friday, November 7th at noon at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church at 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, LA 70005. The family will receive friends and relatives from 10:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. Funeral Mass to begin at noon. Interment will follow at Lake Lawn Park Cemetery, 5454 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans, LA. In lieu of flowers, a donation to the American Cancer Society or a mass in her honor is preferred.