Eugene "Gene" Scairono

Eugene “Gene” Scairono, of Gretna, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 1, 2020 surrounded by his family at the age of 89. He was preceded in death by his parents, Anthony and Myrl Scairono. He is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 64 years, Merle Robichaux Scairono. Father of Mark Scairono (Debbie), Barry Scairono (Nancy), Joni Monroe (late Kenneth), and Lori Banks (Don). Grandfather of Kris Scairono, Amie Ferguson, Mark Scairono, Jr., Nicole Merrill, Erica Pollard, Richard Bryant, Lindsay Monroe, and Whitney Pizarras, and 16 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his brother Anthony “Tony” Scairono and sister Shirley “Te” Keller. In 1947, Mr. Scairono graduated from Martin Behrman High School. Gene served in the United States Marine Corps as a Private First Class, was a Korean War veteran, and was awarded the Purple Heart Medal, U.S. Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, and American Defense Medal. He retired from a long career as a Pharmaceutical Representative. His favorite hobby was creating custom stained glass for his family and friends. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Visitation on Thursday, March 5, 2020 beginning at 9:00 AM followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM at Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA. Interment Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Alzheimer’s Association, Louisiana Chapter, 3445 North Causeway Blvd., Metairie, LA 70002.