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David Becnel
February 27, 2026
Bobby was the best! best jazz guitarist around in those days! he truly loved his mama too! I guarantee you he's with her right now! RIP brother! See you one day on the other side!
Cajun Dave Becnel
David Becnel
March 25, 2013
Bobby and I worked many jobs together, Cooks in Gretna, Wine Cellar in Metairie, I sure wish I had seen him before he left the world. Can't believe I had the chance last year and didn't see him. R.I.P. Bobby! We'll pick again on the other side. I'm sure your smailing and playing in Louie primas band up there! Love ya, and condolences to your family. Ya cajun friend Cajun Dave
Bobby Todd
March 19, 2013
Rest In Peace Bobby
Your Fellow Musician
Bobby Todd
My Daddy and me 1996
March 10, 2013
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Nyeema Lonero-Napohaku
March 8, 2013
My dad gave us a great gift, His music. Extrodinary talent, bar none one of the best. RIP daddy, thank you for doin wat you do, making music! Peace
I will have you in my heart and my soul forever through your music
your daughter,
Frank Brindisi
March 6, 2013
You were one of a kind, Bobby. Rest in peace.
March 6, 2013
i rember the good times on tennessee st.my Mom loved to hear you play in our garage.you entertained in grammar school at st.cecilia. rip Patsy saunders bourgeois
Charles Stockwell
March 6, 2013
It is with great regret that i never met bobby...However i have the privilege of knowing his daughter nyeema... for the last 25 years and have heard her speak of him many times...We tried like hell to make it for the services but just didn't have the time...My deepest sympathy to her as she loved him very much...rest in peace.
Jim Chandler Sr
March 6, 2013
Bobby was indeed a legend, a dedicated and thorough preparer, and a Unique One of a Kind Performer. Met him in a talent show at a theatre on Elysian Fields 50+ years ago. Worked with him and some incredible musicians over the years. Bobby will indeed be missed. RIP my Friend.
Jim Chandler Sr ??????
Melanie Richards
March 6, 2013
In Loving Memory Of A Wonderful Person. We Will Love You & Miss You Always. Thanks For Keepin The Music Alive With Your Great Voice & Talent. May You Rest In Peace "Bobby"
Gerry Orkus
March 6, 2013
RIP Bobby. The best frontman / entertainer I ever had the privilege of working with. God bless.
Maria Bertrand Marx
March 5, 2013
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
March 5, 2013
my sympathy goes out to Bobby's family. Bobby faithfully played for our family reunion every year for the past 15 years or so. Even when he was sick he would still come and play, Bobby was the best part of our reunion, playing Louis Prima songs along with Italian dancing music. We will miss you dearly. On behalf of the Centanni clan THANK YOU FOR THE MEMORIES, Debbie Centanni(Bartholomew)
Joseph Lonero
March 5, 2013
Remembering my brother Bobby, whose music, like the life of Jesus, brought joy to the world
Jerry Chiusano
March 5, 2013
I met Bobby many years ago when I started doing Gong shows. Bobby was always kind to me and tried to help me. I appreciated that. My Deepest Condolences and prayers go to the Family. Sincerely,
Rockin Jerry
March 4, 2013
I am sorry to hear of the loss of Bobby.
Jerry Barbin,from Frenchmen St.
Dolores Benedetto
March 4, 2013
Bobby was a great entertainer and was much loved by all the residents of Lake Sherwood Village where he played for the Mardi Gras Ball and Halloween Dance every year. He truly kept Louie Prima and New Orleans music alive for all of us. Thanks for the gift of music and joy that he brought to everyone.
Hal & Linda Brown
March 4, 2013
Bobby was always the consummate musician. He loved and lived his music. He always showed us the greatest respect and recognition. That respect went both ways. God has His own method and plans for taking care of our loved ones. Now Bobby is playing in the golden harp band. Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you. Luv Ya Bobby.
Chris Montecino
March 3, 2013
I'm very sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. I played keyboard with him a couple of times at Robert's Reef and Johnny's Jazz Garden years ago. Best wishes for the family during these tough times. You will be in my prayers.
Chico Fernandez
March 3, 2013
Bobby, Ronny Douglas and I worked together in Santa Monica & Marina Del Rey at "Charlie Browns" (Now TONY P'S) for about 9 years total. He was a GREAT GUITARIST, singer & ENTERTAINER. He is sorely missed by the thousands of FANS who loved him. God Bless Bobby....Chico Fernandez (Santa Monica Music Center)
Ron Douglas
March 3, 2013
Here's to my Friend and Music Partner for many years..You will be missed!
Larry Bayer
March 3, 2013
I only knew Bobby through his musical involvement with the Italian Mens Marching Club. Through his music Bobby showed his love of life and of people, a fitting testimonial for anyone. I will miss him. My deepest condolencws to his family.
Jessica Hawkins
March 3, 2013
Rest in Peace Uncle Bobby. I will always remember the crazy Christmas's we had together. Glad you could play at my wedding. Your music will be greatly missed.
March 2, 2013
I failed to sign my previous entry. Leila Lonero Haydel, Mandeville, La.
Freda Melerine Pizani
March 2, 2013
To Bobby's wife and daughter, I am so sorry to hear of Bobby's passing. I remember Bobby from years ago when he used to visit Ms. Norma and Mr. John Allen and I was dating Ms. Norma's son, Joe. He was so nice and was such a good musician. I remember his album he had with a song Mr. John wrote for Ms. Norma called "A Diamond, A Ruby and a Pearl". He sang that song so beautifully. Rest in Peace, Bobby. You can sing to Ms. Norma and Ms. Connie in Heaven now and they can dance for you!
March 2, 2013
Along with a million Bobby stories, there have been countless smiles & joyous laughter from legions of people whom you have made happy with your extraordinary talent. Bobby Lonero, you touched & made happy the hearts of the very old, the young and everyone in between. The music legend that was my half-brother will be greatly missed. I pray the choirs of angels have come to greet you & escort you to that final musical stage, enfolded in God's mercy along with Da, Louie, Mildred & all those received into His eternal light.
STEVE DEIORIO
March 2, 2013
what a loss one of the nice's guys i have ever had the pleasure to work with for 2 years in ms. god bless you Bobby rip my friend
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