Joseph Benjamin Cali Jr.

1923 - 2020

Joseph Benjamin Cali, Jr., age 96, of New Orleans, died April 15, 2020. Joseph was born July 28, 1923 in New Orleans Louisiana. He was the son of the late Joseph and Lena Cali. After high school, he worked in the Credit Department of Maison Blanche in New Orleans where he met his wife. He was there until he retired. Throughout his life he enjoyed his family and friends and was always warm and loving. Joseph passed away less than a day after his wife Elizabeth Brocato Cali of New Orleans. They had been married and together for over 70 years. He is survived by his daughters and their spouses, Denise Cali Barcenas and David, and Dianne Cali Levkowicz and Sam. His grandchildren and their spouses, Jared Barcenas and Ezgi and Emily Lehmann Levin and Dan; his step grandchildren Leah and Rachel Levkowicz; and his great-grandchildren Levent and Deniz Barcenas and Benjamin and Audrey Levin. A private interment was held on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at Lake Lawn Park Mausoleum. Due to the current extenuating circumstances, we ask that those who wish to express their condolences or share fond memories do so at www.lakelawnmetairie.com.