Photo courtesy of Honaker Funeral Home, Inc. - Slidell
Slidell, Louisiana
Oct 25, 1940 – Jan 23, 2021 (Age 80)
Philip “Phil” Michael Salvaggio, Sr., age 80, of Slidell, LA, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2021. Beloved husband of Marliene Revon Salvaggio. Father of Philip M. “Rooney” Salvaggio, Jr. (Cindy), Maria Natal (Ronnie), Tony Salvaggio (Nicole) and Angela Fayard (Jack, III). Son of the late Anthony and Mary Pisciotta Salvaggio. Brother of Carlo Salvaggio and the late John Salvaggio. Also survived by 10 grandchildren, Christopher Natal, Kaitlin Salvaggio, Trey Salvaggio, Zachary Salvaggio, Brindley Salvaggio, T.J. Salvaggio, Abby Fayard, Jackson Fayard, Michael Natal, Ronnie Natal,Jr., 4 great grandchildren, Haley Natal, Logan Natal, Avery Natal and Peyton Natal and his beloved dog, “Bella”. A native of New Orleans and a resident of Slidell since 1966. He served in the U.S. Navy Air Reserve and served during the Cuban Crisis. He worked for Boeing Aerospace and was involved on the Saturn Five Project. He was manager and co owner of Lakeshore Lanes where he founded the Slidell Junior Bowling Association. He was on the Parish Counsel for St. Margaret Mary and headed the Slidell Food and Fun Fest for 4 years. In 1982 he and his wife opened up Salvaggio’s Restaurant and in 1991 they opened up Phil’s Marina Café. He also served as Councilman for Slidell from 1982-1990 for District F. He was crowned the first King of the Krewe of Dionysus. When he retired in 2010, he devoted his time to his passion, Golf. He bled purple and gold for LSU and was an avid Saints fan. A parishioner of Our Lady of Lourdes, where he served as an usher for 10 years.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 400 Westchester, Slidell, LA., on Thursday, January 28,2021 at 11:00 A.M.
Visitation at the church on Thursday after 9:30 A.M. until funeral time.
Interment will be private.
Donations to St. Jude’s Children Hospital preferred, in lieu of flowers.
Read MoreWe offer our deepest and sincerest condolences to the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Wallace and Charvette Lee, Kansas City, Missouri
Wallace Lee
April 11, 2021 | Raytown, MO | Friend
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Phil's marina cafe family
February 01, 2021 | Slidell, LA
Mrs. Marliene, I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Phil's passing. We all know what a good man and friend he was to my parents. I'll always have good memories of going into the Marina and daddy rushing in ahead of us to talk to him. Y'all were one of the first friends mom and dad had when they moved to Slidell. He will be surely missed. He was loved by all who met him. Love you, Susan Elsensohn (Ulee's daughter)
Susan Elsensohn
January 30, 2021 | Friend
Dearest Marliene and children,
It is with a very sad Heart that we say goodbye to our dear friend of 55 years. I know we are not related by blood but we always have been close enough to feel that we were. If there is ever anything that we can do for any of you, we are just a phone call away. We love each of you.
Norris& Earleen Broussard
January 30, 2021 | Slidell, LA | Friend
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I enjoyed teaching both Angela and Tony at St. Margaret Mary and my husband and I have enjoyed many a meal at both Salvaggio’s and Phil’s Marina Cafe. You lived a beautiful life and I know your family will miss you.
Sincerely, Mary Ann and Bill Haynie
Mary Ann Haynie
January 30, 2021 | Slidell, LA | Teacher
So sorry for your loss
Pamela Siener
January 28, 2021 | Slidell, LA | Friend
Phil was always a guy whom you could trust would do the right thing. He always treated others with respect. That is how I will remember him.
Dick Crawford
January 28, 2021 | Slidell, LA | Friend
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Love, Lauren Finch
January 28, 2021 | Pearl River, LA
I was so surprised at his passing, but reminded myself that his was a 'Life well lived'. I never met him but frequented Phil's many times with/out family, friends, associates since '94!! One if my favorite places to dine, drink and be merry. After retiring and joining a Dinner Group, we met weekly and always included Phil's every few weeks. How can you miss someone you never met!! God bless the family and your memories.
Angela Leverett
January 27, 2021 | Slidell, LA | Acquaintance