Anthony J. DiBenedetto

He is survived by his children Paul DiBenedetto and Rosina Ducote (Toby); and his grandsons, Jacob and Luke Ducote.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Biaggio and Rosina DiBenedetto; his beloved wife of 42 years, Mary Bailey DiBenedetto; and his brother, Frank DiBenedetto.

Tony was a first generation Italian, born in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was raised in Gentilly and lived most of his adult life in River Ridge. While Tony was proud of his Italian heritage, he was also honored to have served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. Working as an oil field executive, Tony, along with his wife Mary, traveled the world, servicing clients’ needs, and always had great stories to share. His friends and family were the most important things to Tony. This was never more evident than when he spent time with his grandsons. Later in life, Tony could either be found socializing with family and friends, reading in his recliner, or at the River Ridge McDonald’s with his morning coffee group. He was a member of the Lakeside Kiwanis for many years and was so proud to have his grandsons volunteer alongside him.

The family would like to thank all the nurses and staff that cared for him at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Home this last year, as well as, the nurses of Hospice in His Care who were there at the end for Tony and his family.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Memorial Mass on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. and a graveside service will follow the Memorial Mass at Metairie Cemetery.