Frank J. Relan

Frank J. Relan, 82, a loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather “Paw-Paw”, and friend to all of those he touched, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 26, 2019 with his devoted wife of nearly 52 years, Margaret, by his side. Frank was born in Amite, LA in 1936. He is survived by his wife, Margaret Relan; son and daughter-in-law, Bennie and Julie Relan; grandchildren, River and Noah Relan; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father and mother, Charles and Josephine Relan; and his brothers, Bennie, Sammy, Joseph, and Charles Jr. Frank was the great grandchild of Italian immigrants. He grew up on a produce farm in Amite, LA. Frank graduated from Amite High School, class of 1955. Following graduation, he attended Northeast Louisiana University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Pharmacy. Frank made New Orleans his home where he met his “Sweetheart” Margaret, started a family, and practiced pharmacy for over 27 years. After retiring from pharmacy, he fulfilled his lifelong dream of becoming an entrepreneur in 1992, where he stayed active until his passing. Frank was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching and talking about anything sports. He loved eating out, especially with family and friends. He was also quick to tease and joke, and he took simple pleasure in talking with friends and family about any myriad of topics for hours on end. He adored spending time with his grandchildren, and he and his wife were inseparable. Frank cared about everyone close to him, and he was the pillar of the family. Frank lived life in every sense of the word and touched the lives of countless others. He will be greatly missed.
A Visitation and Funeral Service will be held at MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, in Harvey, LA on Friday, September 6, 2019. The family will be greeting friends from 11am-1pm, followed by a service in the chapel. Burial will follow at Westlawn Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Family and friends may offer condolences at www.mothefunerals.com .