Lawrence J. Montecino

Lawrence J. Montecino, age 92, passed away on Sunday, April 26, 2020. He is survived by his loving friend and companion, Lois Galway; two brothers, Sidney G. Montecino, Sr., and Charles L. Montecino along with a host of nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Augusta Emenes Montecino and Lawrence Dominick Montecino and a brother, Paul R. Montecino, Sr. Lawrence served his country as a proud Marine Corporal during the Korean War (1950-1952). After discharge from the U.S.M.C., he attended SLI (now ULL) in Lafayette, LA. He was a lifetime member of the Paul E. Boyd Detachment #579, the Marine Corps League, the First Marine Division and VFW Post 6640. Lawrence worked a s a projectionist and stagehand with Local #39 from 1947 – 1997. He loved dancing, the Saints, casinos and in general, a "good time". A private graveside service will be held at a later date in St. Patrick no. 1 Cemetery in New Orleans. Pray that our brother is resting with our Lord. A note of gratitude is extended to Metairie Health Care Center and Ochsner Medical Center for their excellent care. In Lawrence's honor, please consider making a donation to St. Christopher the Martyr Catholic Church, 309 Manson Ave., Metairie, LA 70001. The online guestbook is available at www.gardenofmemoriesmetairie.com.