Elsie Lauret Maggio, of Metairie, Louisiana, died on Sunday, September 12, 2021 at the age of 96. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years, Lusciano “Louis” Joseph Maggio; a son, Ronald L. Maggio; a granddaughter, Renee Maggio; parents, Octave D. Lauret and Corrinne Regina Traub; sister, Yvonne C. Lauret; and brothers, Octave D. Lauret, Jr. (Frances) and Theo Lauret (Thas).
Elsie is survived by her loving son, Brian A. Maggio, and her daughter-in-law, Suzanne Maggio. Also surviving are her grandchildren, Holly Maggio Marcello (Michael) and Brian A. Maggio, Jr.; two great grandchildren, Christina Manning and Matthew Fletcher; one great-great grandson, Atlas Manning; nephews, Tave and Mickey; niece, Joni; grand nephews, Paul, Dean, Josh, Jeremy, Devin, and Joseph; grand niece, Casey (Almend); great-grand nieces and nephews, Zakk, Amelia, Lillie, Katie, Brody, and T.J.
Elsie was born and raised in New Orleans and worked in the circulation department at the Times Picayune for 12 years. She was a volunteer at East Jefferson General Hospital and was a former parishioner at St. Louis King of France.
Elsie and her husband enjoyed travelling extensively throughout the U.S.A. She also loved participating in activities of the Optimist’s Club, especially music and dancing with her friends. Elsie was a devoted mother and homemaker. She derived great satisfaction from cooking for her family, especially Sicilian cuisine on Sundays. For many years, Elsie participated in the Mardi Gras “Krewe of Jeffersonians” with friends and family. She also enjoyed entertaining and hosting Mardi Gras open houses for many years.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd. in New Orleans, on Monday, September 20, 2021 at 1:00PM. A visitation will be held at the funeral home beginning at 11:00AM. The interment will follow the Mass at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum.
To view and sign the guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com
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