DANNA
Gesuardo Aloysius Danna passed away on Monday, December 10, 2012 at the age of 96. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 40 years, Camille Governali Danna, and is survived by his children, James Joseph Danna and his wife Eileen, and Carl Richard Danna and his wife Karen; four grandchildren, Patrick James Danna, Emily Rita Danna, Gabrielle Camille Danna and Ryan Christopher Danna. Also survived by nieces and nephews. Gesuardo was preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas A. Danna, Sr. and Hazel Lotz Danna, his brother Nicholas A. Danna, Jr., and his sister, Rose Mary Danna Pedotti. A lifelong resident of New Orleans and a resident of Metairie since 2005, he was a graduate of St. Aloysius High School and Loyola University. A Navy Veteran of World War II, he served his country in the Pacific Theatre. He was a retiree of the Veterans Administration.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass to be celebrated at St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 444 Metairie Road, Metairie, LA on Saturday, December 15, 2012 at 1:00 P.M. with visitation at the church beginning at 11:00 A.M. Interment will be in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the St. Vincent de Paul Society preferred. Arrangements by Jacob Schoen and Son Funeral Home. Condolences may be expressed online at www.schoencanalstreet.com.
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December 15, 2012
Taylor and Tricia Casey
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time.
December 15, 2012
Dr. John Iennusa
Danna Family,
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Mr. Ges. Alyssa and I had the pleasure of living across the street from Mr. Ges on Hawthorne Place when we were first married. I enjoyed many conversations with him. He was a true gentlemen and was very proud of his sons and his family; he spoke of you all often. Each year he would attend our New Year's Eve party. After we moved from Lakeview we lost touch with him, but I have thought of him often and will remember him fondly. He is a true example for us all. Please know that you are all in our prayers.
Sincerely,
John and Alyssa Iennusa and Family
December 15, 2012
Bill & Julia Soniat
Jim and Eileen,
Julia and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Danna was a fine man and we have pleasant memories of talking to him at your home during your Caesar parade parties over the years. He was a true gentleman.
Patrick and Emily,
We know it is a sad time for you both but cherish the good times you have had with your grandfather. His long life has allowed you to share more time with him over the years.
December 14, 2012
Mike & Jo Ann Merritt
Jim, Eileen, Emily and Patrick, we are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
December 14, 2012
Johnny Norwood
Sorry for your loss, Carl. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
December 14, 2012
Dayna Ostendorf
My thought and prays are with you and your family, our love and support will always be here for you
December 14, 2012
Dayna Ostendorf
My thoughts and prayers are with you and Jim, our love and support will always be her for you.
December 14, 2012
Kenny Spellman
On behalf of the Brothers of the Sacred Heart Alumni Association and Brother Martin High School, I offer our prayers and condolences.
Kenny Spellman '84
Alumni Director
December 13, 2012
Eric Cliatt
My thoughts & prayers are with you in your time of loss.
December 13, 2012
Doug Joubert
Our prayers are with the Danna family during this time.
Live Jesus in our hearts,
December 13, 2012
Bob Drewes
Carl, my deepest sympathies are with you and your family. I hope you be comforted by your treasured memories of your Dad.
December 12, 2012
Mike Esler
Jimmy, Carl and family. You father was a true gentlemen and I will always fondly remember him. My familiy's thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time but take comfort in knowing that Mr. Ges is now in a perfect place where he was welcomed with open arms.
December 12, 2012
Barbara Stavis Wolf
Carl, Karen, James, Eileen and families, my deepest sympathy on your loss. My prayers are with you as you deal with this difficult time.
May his memory be eternal.
December 12, 2012
Joan Patrick
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
December 12, 2012
Phillip Bellini
My deepest condolences to you and your entire family Carl. Having just lost my Dad some months ago, I know how it feels. Be assured of my prayers for your Dad and family at this time. Your Dad was a very kind man and many times I saw him in Church at St. Catherine of Siena. God bless and keep you.
Eternal Rest give unto Gesuardo O Lord and let perpetual rest shine upon him, and may his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Phillip Bellini
December 12, 2012
Melissa Truett
Carl, Karen and family, I am very sorry to hear of Mr. Danna's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
December 12, 2012
Sharon Williams
Carl, Karen, Gabi and Ryan,
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you in your time of need. Hold the special memories of your dad and grandfather in your heart and it will comfort you when you need it most.
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