Joseph Patrick Noto

Joseph Patrick Noto passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 18, 2020, at age 96. A native New Orleanian, he loved telling stories about his childhood, being raised in the French Quarter and his Italian heritage. Beloved husband of Helen Mary Belou Noto. He will be sadly missed by his children, Thomas Noto (Charlotte) and Nancy Kruse (B. J.) Affectionately known as Joe, he will be greatly missed by his grandchildren, Thomas ""Brady"" Noto (Angie), Jeffrey Noto (Anna), Caitlin White (Tim), Ryan Kruse, Sean Kruse (Megan), and Kyle Kruse. Joe was the great grandfather to Peyton, Braylon, Christian, and Cameron Noto; Connor, Emalyn, Renee, Leo Joseph Noto, and our Angel Lillian; Olivia and Emma Kruse, and he was anxiously awaiting the arrival of Baby Girl White due September 2020. He was a doting grandfather and great grandfather, and these children are his prized possessions. Joe was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Delia Noto, brother Gasper Noto, and sister Merita Aloise. Many thanks to Ville Ste. Marie Senior Living for affording Joe and Helen quality independent living for the past four years. Joe was a U. S. Army Veteran. A special thank you to Dr. Carl ""Chip"" Lavie for taking such great care of Joe for several years and Dr. Klaus Koelbel for his warm and compassionate care to ensure Joe passed away with dignity and respect. Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation at St. Philip Neri Church, 6500 Kawanee Avenue, Metairie, LA, on Tuesday, July 28, 2020, beginning at 10 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. A private burial will follow in Metairie Cemetery. Due to the current COVID restriction in Jefferson Parish, please practice social distancing as well as wear face coverings. The family is grateful for your understanding and compassion. In lieu of flowers, please enjoy a cold Coors Light or a cheap glass of red wine and celebrate your memories of Joe.