Frank Anthony Genusa Sr.

December 28, 1927 - December 30, 2020

Frank Anthony Genusa Sr. was born to Joe Genusa and Rosie DiVincenti Genusa on December 28, 1927 in Amite, LA. He died peacefully in his home on December 30, 2020. He was preceded in death by his father, Joe Genusa; mother, Rosie DiVincenti Genusa; sisters, Anna Mae Bourgoyne and Rose Jones, and brother, Salvador Genusa. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Mary Guzzardo Genusa; and sisters, Mary Guzzardo and Felice McLaughlin; son, Frank Anthony Genusa Jr. and wife Meg; son, Michael Genusa and wife Wanda; grandchildren, Leah Genusa Calmes and husband Daniel, Mary Genusa Miller and husband David, Christy Genusa, Frank Genusa, Cara Murphy and husband Josh. He was blessed with six great-grandchildren, Morgan, Mason, Carson, Seeley, Mia, and Melody as well as numerous nieces and nephews and beloved friends. During his joyous life he spent time fishing, hunting, farming, and embracing the love of his family. He was an avid businessman who left farm life and grew a dry cleaning and formal rental business, Royal Cleaners, in Baton Rouge. He believed in property investment and owned over 50 rental properties before he retired. He was an elaborate storyteller; he regaled anyone who would listen with tales of his childhood growing up in the country. His faith was a source of strength and comfort throughout his life. His family and friends will miss his ongoing support, caring spirit, comic relief, and unconditional love. He was absolutely one of a kind. Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation on Monday, January 4, 2021 at Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, 7738 Florida Blvd., Denham Springs, LA., 70726, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm. Mass will follow at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, 865 Hatchell Ln., Denham Springs, at 2:00 pm. A private burial will take place on January 5, 2021 at Greenoaks Memorial Park in Baton Rouge, LA.