Name: Visitation for Frank Viola II
Start: 2019-01-24T16:00:00.000Z
End: 2019-01-24T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home & Cemeteries

Frank Viola II, passed away surrounded by family on Sunday, January 20, 2019 after a brief illness. He was born on November 23, 1948 to Francis X. Viola and Beatrice Papa Viola in New Orleans. Frank attended St. Aloysius High School and Louisiana State University in New Orleans. Frank was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. Husband of Kim Baye Viola for 41 years. Father of Alexandra Blair Viola and Alana Elizabeth Viola (Donald). Frank was an attentive grandfather known as "Pops" to Preston and Charlotte Watts. Brother of Anne Cigali and husband Anthony J. brother-in-law to Karen Marrione and Michael Baye. Uncle to Elizabeth Manshel (Laurence), Andree Pierce (Kevin), Ashley Tyler (Henry), Ashley Varnado (David), Amanda Marrione (Josh). He is also survived by a host of great nieces and nephews. Frank was the former President of Marine Specialty and Mill Supply Co. and Bolts Unlimited. He became self employed in Real Estate. Frank had a passion for cooking, football and golf especially when he achieved a hole in one. Yes, witnesses were present. He loved to entertain with family and friends. He was a member of the Almost Ancient Cullinary Phellows and St. John Fools of Misrule. Frank was active in St. Aloysius Alumni Association and involved in the reunions for the class of 1967, and the Brother Martin golf tournaments. Relatives and Friends of the family are invited to attend a Funeral Mass in the chapel of Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd., New Orleans on Thursday at noon with public visitation from 10:00am until service time. Interment will follow the service at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. In lieu of flowers, please have masses said or donations made to Brother Martin High School 4401 Elysian Fields Ave. New Orleans LA 70122.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jan. 22 to Jan. 25, 2019.

Memories and Condolences
for Frank Viola

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19 Entries

Tommy Corona

January 18, 2025

On the 6th anniversary of Frank's passing, I suspect he and my beautiful wife Mary are busy planning their next celestial feast. God bless them both. They were both very special and affected the lives of many.

Chris Dautreuil

January 16, 2024

Frank, I think of YOU often when I cook alone in my kitchen or outdoor kitchen and again I share our good memories.....Chris Dautreuil

chris dautreuil

January 16, 2022

cooking duck and sausage gumbo today my pal and going to hoist a couple for you today brother...see ya on the other side....

Tommy & Mary Corona

January 16, 2022

Hard to believe it's been two years. We fondly remember our friend often. We miss him dearly.

Brandy Jones

January 30, 2019

I have been Mr. Franks bank teller for over 8 years now. He was always so kind in a world where most are not. I will truly miss him and little Bailey coming to visit me at the bank. I am blessed to have known him!

Sending love and prayers to his family from everyone here at Chase!

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Eddie Murray

January 25, 2019

So sorry for your loss. My Aunt Laura Geissler worked for many years at Marine Specialty for both Frank and his father. Remember stories she told me growing up of her days there.

Dorothy Horaist

January 24, 2019

A flame to light God's presence to your soul God loves you. You have been blessed with the love of family,and numerous friends. You will be missed. Love, Dot

Al Jumonville

January 24, 2019

A very sad day for Mary and I. I lived with Frank in Metairie, partied with him and friends at the Warehouse and became very close with his family.
He also stood in our wedding.
We lost track of him when we moved to Lafayette. Sorry we did not stay in touch.

Thanks for all the great memories!
Mary and I will miss you very much.
Mary and Al Jumonville

Mike Saucier

January 24, 2019

To Kim & Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I've enjoyed meeting Frank at various times over the last couple of years. A successful, loving man for sure. Brother Martin has certainly graduated some great men. I know he will be misssed.
Mike Saucier

George Simno

January 23, 2019

Kim, Anne, A.J. and family. Condolences and prayers that God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit will comfort all for now and the foreseeable future. A loss that only the memories of good times, family, friends and acquaintances will keep alive and live on forever in the minds and hearts of all. Due to hospitalization regretfully Claire and I will not be with you personally but will be there in spirit. Love to all.
Claire & George Simno

Tommy & Mary Corona

January 23, 2019

Someone as special as Frank can never be forgotten. We will miss him dearly.

Cathy Alba

January 23, 2019

My sincere condolences to Kim and family . I am honored to call Frank my friend , and I will miss our comraderie and lively real estate discussions that we had over the years.

Teri Sieving

January 23, 2019

Our condolences to Kim and family. I loved all the food Frank would prepare for our beach trips. I loved the funny stories regarding his swimming at Franco's. God Bless all of you. Teri and Gary Sieving

Richard Bernard

January 23, 2019

Frank was authentic, a real gem of a man, a great neighbor, a legendary cook, and a friend. I offer my most sincere condolences to his family.

James "Bub" Vandrell

January 23, 2019

My sincere condolences to Frank's family and friends on his passing. May our friendship and prayers ease everyone through this difficult time.

January 23, 2019

Frank was one of my first charter members of the Ancient Order of Southern Gourmets and the very best cooking partner anyone could ask for.

I learned a whole lot from Frank and will miss him dearly as well as seeing him at Christwood during our work-outs!

Rest well my friend and I shall again cook with you "on the other side"!

Chris & Linda Dautreuil
Covington, La.

Philip W. Saitta III

January 23, 2019

My condolences to Kim and the entire Viola family. Although I haven't spoken with Frank in quite a few years, I have fond memories of some of our "adventures" back in the day. He was a friend and good man taken too soon-rest in peace.

Patricia Wilthew

January 22, 2019

We send our deepest condolences to all of you. I will never forget the blessing you (Kim) and Frank were to Steves parents (Carmel and Bernie) on a tour trip to Hawaii. Frank had a way of always making someone feel special. Love you all, Pat(sy) and Steve Wilthew, Chesapeake, Virginia

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