Wayne Alfred Bene

Wayne A. Bene entered into eternal life on Wednesday November 29, 2023 at the age of 74. He was born and raised in New Orleans and was a longtime resident of Terrytown. He was the cherished husband of Kathleen Barient Bene for 57 years. He was the beloved father of Wayne Jr. (Kim), Steve (Amanda), John, and Aaron Bene, and Katie Donsereaux (Leroy). He also leaves behind his treasured grandchildren, who were his pride and joy: Jessica Mullins (Jonathan), Josh (Haley), Julie-Ann, and Jacob Bene, Kameron Devalcourt, Jeremy (Hayley), Caroline, Alyssa, and Emily Bene, Kelly Clayton, Ashton Bene, Jared Donsereaux, and Samantha Bene, along with 5 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, the late Alfred J. Bene and Bertha Passauer Bene. He is also survived by his sister Trudy Griffin (Jim), sisters/brothers-in-law James Barient Jr., Pat Ridge (Roger), Judy Plaia (Jay), Tony Barient (Dorothy), Robin Duplechain (Mitchel) and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.

Wayne spent 41 years working for the phone company (South Central Bell, Bellsouth, AT&T,) retiring as a Staff Manager. He was actively involved in Christ the King Catholic Church, Golden Opportunity, and the Theta Golden Age group. Wayne enjoyed traveling and had a lifelong passion for sports, especially Yankees baseball. He was the most generous, compassionate, humorous, and loving person anyone could meet. He was well-liked and respected by all who knew him.

We thank God for giving him the peace he needed, and for giving his adoring wife a lifetime of love, a beautiful family, and so many wonderful memories to cherish. We’re so blessed to have had so many years together, and grateful to have the love and support of all our family. He will forever be in our hearts. God is Great, and we trust in His plan, and are grateful for His mercy.

For those wishing to do so, Mass Offerings and contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association will be appreciated.

Friends and family are invited to attend a visitation on Friday, December 8, 2023 from 4:30 PM until 8:30 PM at Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expressway, Marrero, LA 70072.

Visitation will also be held Saturday, December 9, 2023 from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM at Christ the King Church, 535 Deerfield Rd, Terrytown, LA 70056, followed by a funeral mass at 1:00 PM.

Interment will be at Westlawn Cemetery in Gretna.