Proceeded in death by his father, Philip J. Arena Sr. and step mother Emma Knight Arena, his mother Geraldine H. Wagner and step father George Wagner, step brothers Steve and Philip Mistretta and step sister Pamela Chance.
Survived by his son Philip J. Arena III and daughter Jillian Arena. His sisters Gaye W. Abie (Kristian) and Georgie Robinson (Justin), step sisters Trudy Lacour (Barry), Judy Nichols, and Cathy Peterson. His nephew Keith Robinson and his former wife and mother of his children, Robin Russell Arena.
His family would like his friends and family to join in a Celebration of Philip’s Life reception on Sunday, July 22 at Cue and Cushion Billiards, 417 Commerce Point, Harahan, La 70123 from 1pm-4-pm.
In lieu of flowers, please consider giving donations to NAMI New Orleans at namineworleans.org in Philip’s name.
