Louis Philip Diaz Jr.

It is with great sadness that the family of Louis Philip Diaz, Jr. announces his passing, at the age of 73, on December 18, 2018. Louis was born on August 14, 1945 in Biloxi, Mississippi and was raised in Violet, Louisiana.

He was the beloved husband of Lola Adams Diaz. Father of Louis P. Diaz III (Lisa), Tyonia Schick (John), Todd M. Diaz, Sr. (Roxanne), Tristan P. Diaz, Sr. (Julie), and Trent Diaz (April). Stepfather of Ronnie Adams, Josh Adams (Natalie), Ramey Adams (Courtney), and Kane Adams (Shelby). Son-in-law of Ralph Payne, Sr. (Paw) and Josie Payne (Maw). Grandfather of 25 and Great-grandfather of 15. He was preceded in death by his Father, Louis Diaz Sr., Mother, Anna Diaz and Brother, Gerald J. Diaz.

Louis was a graduate of Holy Cross High School “Class of 1963” and attended Holy Cross College. He then worked for Exxon Mobil as a Machinist and Safety Specialist for over 30 years, enjoyed playing sports, the outdoors and loved spending time with family and friends. He was also a Louisiana sports enthusiast and was an avid Saint’s and Tiger’s fan.

He was a resident of St. Bernard Parish for over 70 years, annuitant of Exxon Mobil and past owner of Diaz Food Store. Louis was also a proud member of the Old Violet Gang, Clear Run Creek Hunting Club, Gatien Livaudais Memorial Hunting Club and was a past Duke of the Our Lady of Lourdes Carnival Ball, in Violet.

A visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, December 21, 2018 from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, at ST. BERNARD MEMORIAL FUNERAL HOME, 701 W. VIRTUE STREET, in Chalmette. A Funeral Mass will be held in his honor at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the National Cancer Society.