Frank Anthony LaBarbera passed away in the comfort of his home Thursday, Dec. 26, 2024. Frank was born Dec. 18, 1940, in Lake Charles, La. to Frank Acurso LaBarbera and Lillie Margaret Ficarrotta LaBarbera. 

Frank leaves behind a legacy of love, devotion, and endless laughter by all who knew him. He was unmatched in his generosity, whether you were a perfect stranger or a lifelong friend. 

Frank had a wonderful gift of nurturing friendships and was a mentor and leader to so many. 

Frank was happiest spending time at his favorite place on Earth, Moss Lake, where he enjoyed boating, fishing, crabbing, cooking, and most of all hosting family and friends. 

Frank spent his career in the operations and management of the garbage industry at Waste Management and proudly served the West Calcasieu Cameron Hospital Board for 17 years. 

Frank is preceded in death by his parents, Lillie and Frank LaBarbera, and his beloved sister, Rosalind Kay LaBarbera. Frank is survived by his wife of 62 years, Charlotte LaBarbera; sons, Richard LaBarbera and Michael LaBarbera; daughter, Trena LaBarbera Soileau (Rudie); grandchildren, Sean Hager, Tristan Hager (Aaron), Mikaela Ferrier (Julien), Lily LaBarbera, Isabella Soileau, and great-granddaughter, Frankie Rosalind Nelsen. 

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 31, 2024, in the Johnson Funeral Home of Lake Charles Chapel. Visitation will begin at 4 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 30 and will continue until 7 p.m. Visitation will resume on Tuesday morning at 9 a.m. and will continue until the start of the service at 11 a.m.

Words of comfort to the family may be expressed at www.johnsonfuneral home.net.