Sam Cangelosi Sr. Obituary
We announce the death of Sam Cangelosi Sr. (Marrero, Louisiana), born in New Orleans, Louisiana, who passed away on September 11, 2026, at the age of 84. Sam will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Sam Cangelosi Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Dominick Cangelosi and Bessie Cangelosi; and his brothers, Roland, Pete, Johnny and Carlo "Cokey" Cangelosi.
He is survived by: his wife Elaine Schiro Cangelosi; his daughter Penny Cangelosi; his son-in-law Maxie Tybussek, Jr.; his sisters, Angie Baldwin, Gloria O'Brien, Rosemary Adams and Joann Ditchero; his grandchildren, Jennifer Tybussek (Peter), Maximillion Tybussek III (Theresa), Sophia Cangelosi Beck, Paynn Cangelosi and Jesse Darcourt (Ashley); and his great grandchildren, Skylar Tybussek, Hayden Tybussek, Kambrie Snow Beck, Aidan Darcourt and Alaina Darcourt. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation was held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Chapel of Westside/Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home (5101 Westbank Expy, Marrero, LA 70072). A funeral Mass was held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. A celebration of life was held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 from 12:30 PM to 4:00 PM at the Westside Bowling Lanes (3715 Westbank Expy, Harvey, LA 70058).
