Arthur Battistella
January 5, 1933 - August 3, 2016
January 5, 1933 – August 3, 2016
On August 3, 2016 Arthur (Chuckie) Battistella found his way home.
His time on earth ended peacefully surrounded by the ones he loved most in life. Born on January 5, 1933 in New Orleans, Chuckie lived life to its fullest every day. He enjoyed friends and family and never spoke an unkind word toward nor about anyone. He was always so full of positive energy and happiness and wore a smile that would make everyone else around happy too.
He was a graduate of St. Aloysius high school in New Orleans.
He served his country in the US Navy on the USS Missouri in the Korean War. Following the war he returned home to continue his life's calling working in the seafood industry. He worked and lived for many years between New Orleans and his beloved Empire, Louisiana, spending his final years in Covington.
He was an honest man of character and high ethical and moral values. He was always willing to offer a helping hand to any and all. He enjoyed traveling especially out west with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years Diana Battistella and their son Rion Battistella. Arthur was proceeded in death by his father Louis Battistella and his mother Martha Battistella and his sister Audrey Dennies. Family and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Mass at 12:15 pm on Tuesday, August 16 in the Gerard L. Schoen chapel of JACOB SCHOEN & SON FUNERAL HOME. Visitation will begin at 10:00 am and continue until Mass time. Condolences may be expressed at www.schoenfh.com