Vincent Joseph Marino passed away peacefully, surrounded by family on Friday, August 16, 2019 at the age of 83. Husband of Carolyn Campo Marino. Father of Joseph Marino (Melody), Carolyn Marino Quay (Roger), Fran Marino McDermott (Jim). Loving Granddad of Caitlin McDermott Hynes (Ryan), Hayley Catherine McDermott, Erica Marie McDermott. He loved and adored his three granddaughters and was so proud of their accomplishments. Son of the late Joseph and Frances Bissi Marino. Brother of Rosemarie Marino Easterly (Ellis). He leaves behind many life-long friends and family who he loved and cherished throughout his life. He loved everyone he met and they loved him back. He loved music, played the trumpet and loved to dance. The New Orleans Saints were his team from day one and he never missed seeing a game. Vincent served his country in the United States Army. He received his Bachelor's Degree at St. Louis College of Pharmacy. He was the owner of Marino's Pharmacy, supporting the uptown community for over 30 years. He also worked as a Pharmacist at K & B drug store. He devoted his professional life to Pharmacy and loved helping people. He was a member of the Louisiana Professional Pharmacy Association. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and a co-founder of the East Jefferson Italian American Society. Special thanks to the caring staff at Metairie Healthcare for their love and support in his care over the past two years. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral service at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchatrain Blvd., New Orleans, on Thursday, August 22, 2019 from 10 am until 12 noon. Mass will follow at noon at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home chapel. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to the Parkinson's Foundation in Vincent Marino's name.
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