Anthony Joseph Lala, Jr. passed away on Monday, May 13, 2024 at age 66. A New Orleans, Louisiana native, Anthony was born August 19, 1957. He was preceded in death by his parents Dr. Anthony Lala, Sr. and Nathalie LoCoco Lala.
Anthony was a very professional and successful wedding planner and consultant. He went to Archbishop Rummel High School and the University of New Orleans, majoring in hotel, restaurant and tourism management . Anthony was a male model, securing an exclusive contract with Del Corral Model and Talent Agency in August of 1984. He was a former member of the Junior League for the New Orleans Opera Society.
Anthony helped raised thousands of dollars, donated time and his money to various non-profit organizations to help those in need. He was a board member of the Gay Easter Parade and recipient of the 2024 L”egg”acy Award. He was also a former board member of Halloween New Orleans and helped them with many fundraisers. He was King of the Mystic Krewe of Amon-Ra LVII.
Anthony was a very kind-hearted person, humble and friendly. Everything he did was to help his friends and people in time of needs. He always tried to make the world a better place.
Those close to Anthony would like to thank the doctors, nurses and assistants who looked after him until the very end, especially to the staff at The Sanctuary at Passages Hospice.
Services will be held Thursday, May 23, 2024 beginning at 1pm. at St Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 444 Metairie Road. Mass and service at 1:30pm and funeral at 2:30pm.
In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to Belle Reve New Orleans, a non-profit organization Anthony did very much for.
Now Anthony Joseph Lala, Jr., fly high and may your soul rest in peace. You will be missed.
