Matteo Lovecchio

Matteo Lovecchio, age 85, on Monday, April 14, 2014 entered into eternal rest at his home. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 60 years, Ruby Hover Lovecchio. Survivors include his sons Matt and Mark (Rochelle) and his daughter, Sondra Keegan (Michael). Grandchildren include Mark and Edgardo, (and their mother Sandra Lovecchio) of Dallas, TX. Also Jessica and Jenese Seeber, and a great grandson Jaxson Matteo Lovecchio. He also leaves behind his dear friend Tommy Holden, as well as a large family of loving in-laws. Born in New Orleans to the late Frank and Mary Ann (Mae Fedele) Lovecchio. Brother to Frank (Yvonne) Lovecchio and a host of nieces and nephews. Matteo was a longtime resident of Metairie, LA. A retired employee of the S&WB and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Previous owner of Lovecchio’s Deli in Lakeview. He loved working in his garden and garage as well as helping in the family artichoke business. Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA. on Monday, April 21st at 2PM. Visitation from 12-2PM, Mass following. The following Tuesday, a short visitation will be held at First Baptist Church of Pearlington, MS from 10AM-12PM, followed by interment at Napoleon Cemetery. Condolences may be offered at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com