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Irma Russell
December 30, 2025
I loved this guy! Great supervisor!!!
ROSE MAGGIO
June 7, 2012
wow, we just found out about anthony, we did not hear about this, so sad, RIP,
Robert Boyd, NOPD retired
January 25, 2011
He was a great officer and commander, and even a greater man. One of the best I ever served under. God blessings, peace and joy.
Maurleen McNulty O'Dwyer
January 19, 2011
I will never forget Anthony Tony Cannatella.We went to school and church at St. Joseph's every day. Even though we were not in the same class and had years between us, we were very close and very good friends. He was in 8th grade when I was in 3rd. We went to Mass every day and yes, he tried to make me laugh in church!I always feared we would get in trouble.Some how we never did get caught.
He was very nice to me and very protective (go figure :) ). I think we will continue to be protected by him in heaven.
He loved to give me advice. I remember one of the best tips this 13yr. old boy gave me. He told me, that if ever any one wanted to play a card game with me, make sure it's not called "52 pick-up"!
My deepest sympathy goes out to his whole family and all of his close friends. Try to have peace in the happiest memories.
Maurleen McNulty O'Dwyer
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Billy Howard
January 18, 2011
I am so very sorry to learn about the passing of Tony Cantella. I was honored to have met him 2 times and shared drinks with him while he and his family drove all the way to Alabama to visit his friend Derick Shumaker. At the time my son Justin was in the band.
He was a wonderful person and a cops cop. I was proud to have called him my friend. As a retired cop myself from Ga, I really had high regards for his law enforcement career. God Bless his soul and I pray That Father above helps with the pain of his family...
Lisa
January 11, 2011
Uncle Tony, may you rest and peace. You will be forever missed and never forgotten.
Love Always
Lisa
January 11, 2011
Mary Ann Giardina
January 11, 2011
I was so saddened to read of Tony's death. I knew him for years through Tulane Hospital and Clinic. He was such a great guy--always full of life. Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss.
Bob Johnson, NOPD ret
January 9, 2011
Tony ememlified the what being a cop was all about. He was my friend, and I enjoyed the time we worked together in the 3rd District. He will be missed.
Craig Petersen Reired,NOPD
January 9, 2011
I've known Tony for forty years, as cops on the NOPD, and as friends after I retired. Tony was Old School and a True Friend. He will be missed. may God Bless Him and the Cannatella family
Ronald (BOC) Iannazzo
January 8, 2011
He called me BOC. I remember those early days of my career in the Third District. We worked together for a short time, but I was not the man you were looking for. You needed an officer with True Grit and you found that in Officer Earl. Everyone called ya'll Starsky and Hutch. After I transferred to the crash truck, EMS, I lost track of you and Earl. I know ya'll were making a lot of arrests because your names were always in the press. You will be sorely missed and it was an honor to serve with you as an officer and a friend.
James Stewart
January 8, 2011
Our condolences to the Cannatella family. Tony was a great person who exemplified professionalism and friendship in all he accomplished and those he served. It was honor to have known him.
James and Donna Stewart
Vicky
January 8, 2011
Tony C my Friend. I will miss you. And to Cindy and Family may God Bless you and yours. He was a very special man. No one can ever take away from you what you have shared with him. Just think of all the Good Times you have had and leave the Bad Ones behind. He will always be in my Heart. And you will always be in his Heart. Tony R.I.P. and try to be Good Up There and watch over your family.
Barbara E Adams
January 7, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Tony's family and friends during this sorrowful time. Tony was a great teacher and mentor to all. May he rest in eternal peace!
Sharen Beck (JPSO)
January 7, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
LT. JOHN PAYNE and Family
January 7, 2011
Our prayers go out to the Cannatella family. Soon,your grief will lessen, and then the great memories you have made with Tony will take over, these are memories to be cherished and will help you heal. Tony was a great cop and a even better man. Watch over the NOPD Officers anf keep them all safe. You will be missed by many. A job well done. REST IN PEACE.
brian barbazon
January 7, 2011
will say that i'll miss tony sorely. he was a great cop and it was an honor working under his commanand.
Sidney and Cynthia Trepagnier, Sr. and Family
January 7, 2011
Tony, thank you for all your support to the Trepagnier Family when we lost Sidney, Jr. The heavens are in for a great supprise now that the two of you are together. We know that you and Froggy will watch over all of us. May the lord bless your family.
Stephen M Rosiere
January 7, 2011
Tony, you will be sadly missed by your family and friends. I know that you were in fact, a "Cop's" cop when you were in the 3rd and I was in the 6th during the "70's". I know that you will be standing "Guard" next to St Peter at the Gates of Heaven to greet the rest of the NOPD family and friends when our time comes. I also know that you will always be watching over the Police Officers of the NOPD . God Bless You, my friend!
Melissa Aguilar
January 7, 2011
I remember the first time I met "Big Tony" was at the Gold Mine in the French Quarter. He was a wonderful man, who will be truly missed. My most memorable time was when he was King Zeus!
Prayers go out to your family during the hard time.
Al Willumitis
January 7, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Cannatella family. Tony was an old and treasured friend. He will be greatly missed.
JOSEPH TORREGANO
January 7, 2011
TO THE CANNATELLA FAMILY:
DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT CANNATELLA WAS IN EVERY SENSE OF THE WORD, "A COP'S COP". HE BEFRIENDED ME IN THE EARLY 1980'S DURING A MARDI GRAS PARADE ON CITY PARK AVENUE, HE ALWAYS REFERRED TO ME AS "MUSIC MAN" BECAUSE OF MY CAREER AS A BAND DIRECTOR AND A JAZZ MUSICIAN. UPON JOINING THE NOPD RESERVE DIVISION, OUR FRIENDSHIP GREW PROFESSIONALLY, AND EVEN CLOSER DURING MY OWN BATTLE WITH STAGE 4 NON-HODGSKIN'S LYMPHOMA WHICH I SUCCESSFULLY OVERCAME, HE WILL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED AS A DEDICATED OLD SCHOOL POLICE OFFICER, I'LL PERSONALLY REMEMBER HIM AS "THE WIND BENEATH MY WINGS"; A TRUE INSPIRATION TO ANYONE WHO'S EVER WORN THE BADGE OF THE NOPD.
SGT. JOSEPH TORREGANO
NOPD RESERVE DIVISION
David Daughtry
January 6, 2011
We come from families of average class,
with nerves of steel and hearts of glass.
To save a stranger on his last breath,
or sometimes being the angel of death.
It's only a myth we never cry,
For how many must we watch die?
As the years passed, we have stood alone,
Our eyes saddened, our faces of stone.
We are the most love, critisized, and hated,
But, the sorrow and pain is never faded.
We will give our limbs, our life, not knowing where,
But, no one will cry or even care.
When society has failed and turned to a flop,
The question is asked, "Where is the Cop?"
Best Friends Forever!
David Daughtry
January 6, 2011
TONY, BEST FRIENDS FOREVER.
Chris Ahner
January 6, 2011
May your love and prayers carry you through this time of grief. The Christopher and Jennifer Ahner Family will continue to pray forAnthony and his family. We now have a Guardian Angel to watch over us. Thanks Mr. Tony.
Christy Williams
January 6, 2011
What a friend and mentor. Thank you, Tony, for all you did for me.
Sandra Ridolfo
January 6, 2011
MY deepest sympathy to the Cannatella family . Tony was a good man and a great policeman.
Bruce Anderson
January 5, 2011
Deepest sympathies to the entire Cannatella Family. Tony was a long time friend and he will be dearly missed. Thoughts and prayers.
Dale & Jo Ann Dille
January 5, 2011
Our prayers and sympathy go to Anthony Jr., Jessica and Anthony III
AL. Cutino
January 5, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Trip Trepagnier
January 5, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
RIP
Jim Moore
January 5, 2011
Tony, you will be missed by all who knew you. We've been frieds since you came on the job. It was one hell of a ride through the streets together. You made a great Starsky. Diane, Gay and I will pray for you to continue on in your life.
Robert Hoobler
January 5, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Cannatella Family. Tony was my Commander when I was assigned to the Sixth District. He was a True Friend and a Great Leader. They don't make them like him anymore. Rest in Peace my friend. Robert E. Hoobler aka "Hoob" - former N. O. Police Officer
Russell Palazzolo
January 5, 2011
To the Cannatella family. "Chief" will sadly be missed by many. I have and will recall the Saints Sunday lunches in the Press Box over the past several years. He is a true New Orleanian.
Frances Willis
January 5, 2011
My Family will pray for your family. Mr Cannatella was a great servant to the people of New Orleans .My daughter serves in the Fifth District, we feel like we lost a brother. So sorry for our loss.
Mary Eckert
January 5, 2011
May he rest in peace.
Margaret Tardo
January 5, 2011
My prayers and sympathies are with Tony Cannatella and his family, friends and police offers. It was nice to hear that St. Joseph Church held the services, which was my High School and Church. God has a reason for calling Angels to Heaven. God Bless the whole Cannatella family in their loss of Tony. He is in a better place with Our Lord.
AARON O'DWYER
January 5, 2011
TO THE CANTELLA FAMILY
I AM SO VERY SORRY TO HERE ABOUT THE DEATH IN YOUR FAMILY YOUR FAMILY IS IN MY PRAYERS AT THIS TIME OF NEED
Diane Chun-Groce
January 5, 2011
Thank you for your years of service to my hometown. I know it was a difficult one, but your love of New Orleans and her citizens, made it your destiny. My thoughts and prayers are with your family as they face this difficult time.
CC
January 5, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Irma Russell
January 5, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Cannatella Family. Tony was my Commander when I was assigned to the Sixth District. He was a true friend and Leader. They don't make them like him anymore. Rest in Peace my friend. Irma Russell - former N. O. Police Officer
January 5, 2011
It was with great sadness that I learnd of Tony's passing. He was, truly, larger than life. It was my honor to lead a crew of police officers from Michigan to work with Tony and his officers in the 6th District immediately after Katrina. He was both gracious and hot tempered, dedicated to the people of the district and to those under his command. I learned much from him over those few weeks working under great pressure.
My sincere condonlences to Diane and all of your family.
Don Studt, Cheif of Police
151 Martin, PO Box 3001
Birmingham, MI 48012
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