Lawrence Alphonso was born on July 19th 1927 in New Orleans to the late Sylvester and Louise Alphonso. He passed away on August 2, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife, Maria Alphonso. He is also survived by his son, Craig Alphonso (Erin) and daughter, Veronica Tierney (Chris); Grandchildren, Emma and Grace Tierney and Evan Alphonso. Lawrence served his country faithfully as a Merchant Marine during World War II. He was a home builder and a longtime employee at Lakeside Toyota. He was also a very faithful member at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Mass on Monday, August 12th, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. and a graveside service will follow in Metairie Cemetery.