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Michael Pizzolatto Obituary
Michael Pizzolatto, born in Jennings, Louisiana, on Aug. 28, 1951, passed away at his home in New Orleans on Friday, Feb. 9, 2024, at the age of 72 following a recurrence of cancer. Mike's final months were spent surrounded by a wide circle of family and friends recalling shared memories and adventures.
Mike lived a life of service to his family and community. As a nurse he cared for thousands of patients during a five-decade career in Louisiana and Arkansas. As a husband, father, brother, uncle or neighbor, Mike served as a steady presence and generously offered his time to those in need. He was known for a bone dry sense of humor and an endless curiosity about the world around us.
He is survived by his loving wife, Joy Landry Pizzolatto; children, Michael Pizzolatto (Danielle), Sarah Pizzolatto and Luke Pizzolatto (Cara); grandchildren, Gabriel, Cecilia, Dominic, Noelle, Corinne; siblings Stephanie Parrino, Connie Getter (Robert), Mark Pizzolatto (Marie), Peter Pizzolatto (Mary) and Theresa Galvis (Salty); as well as numerous loving nieces, nephews and other family members.
Michael is preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas and Suzanne Pizzolatto; siblings, Nicholas Pizzolatto Jr. and Elizabeth "Beth" Chauvin; and brother-in-law, Peter Parrino.
Visitation will be held on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024, at St. Jules Catholic Church in Belle Rose, Louisiana, from 10:30 a.m. until Mass of Christian Burial at noon. Entombment of the urn to follow at the church mausoleum.
Arrangements entrusted with Church Funeral Services of St. Amant, Louisiana.
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Randy & Eileen Provensal
February 23, 2024
Eileen and I want to express our deepest sympathy and prayers to Joy and the family. We have the fondest memories of our visits in Bunkie and at Opryland hotel at an anesthesia convention. Rest in peace our good friend.
Teresa Klaege
February 22, 2024
Mike and Joy, you have always shared so much joy and happiness, even when going through a tough time at Mayo. Your attitude, humor and love helped me and others get through a lot as well. Joy, Bill and I love and miss you both so much. God bless you! Love, Thyroid Teresa
Jerry Stroud
February 19, 2024
Loyce and I went "Icing" with Mike and Joy. Mike was my best man in our wedding.
Mike was my best friend and will be forever missed. Jerry
Bob and Jeanne Fitzgerald
February 19, 2024
Condolences to Joy and family. Brings back memories from our time together at St. Mary´s in Batesville.
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