Joseph Lawrence Despino Obituary
In loving memory of Joseph Lawrence Despino of Alexandria, Louisiana, who departed this world on February 8, 2026 at the age of 86. Joseph leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Joseph Lawrence Despino to pay them a last tribute.
In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor Joseph's memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Sam Despino and Mary Liberto Despino. He is survived by: his wife Mary "Pat" Despino; his daughters, Rebecca "Becky" Kearns, Ellen Chamblee (Thomas) and Lori Andries (Robert); and his brother Sam "Sammy" Despino (Judy). He is also survived by six grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorials be made to the National Kidney Foundation, 30 East 33rd Street, New York, NY 10016 or St. Rita Catholic Church, 4401 Bayou Rapides Rd, Alexandria, LA 71303.
