Joseph Emmett

Freitas

Joseph Emmett Freitas, Sr. passed away on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 at the age of 69. He was born in New Orleans, LA and was a resident of LaPlace, LA. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and worked as a crane operator for 35 years.

He loved his family above all else— the only exceptions being spending time with his "golf buddies", beating his son relentlessly and consistently on the golf course, and watching the golf channel. He also loved slot machines, swamp pop music, morning cups of coffee, coaching from the bleachers at his grandchildren's sporting events, and the New Orleans Saints (until their infamous loss to the Cleveland Browns in 1999).

He is preceded in death by his parents, Manuel and Rose Freitas, his beloved wife of nearly 25 years, Nancy Freitas, a son, Brandon "B" Roussel, a sister Marie Vicknair, and a brother Manuel "Manny" Freitas.

He is survived by his children: Joseph E. Freitas, Jr. (Mackenzie), Amanda Freitas, Amy St. Pierre (Shawn), and Corey Roussel (Brandy), eight grandchildren: Karoline, Kate, Chloe, Reece, Emri, Rexi, Ian and Riley, and his siblings: Al Freitas, Ann Holmes (Richard), Claudia Whitney (Charlie), and John "Speedy" Freitas (Carol). He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and his beloved cat, LuLu (Puppy).

The family wishes to extend sincerest thanks to the team at The Hospice of Baton Rouge for their compassion and assistance in his final weeks.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Visitation and Funeral Mass at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, 529 West 5th Street, LaPlace on Saturday, June 25, 2022. Visitation at the church from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. followed by a Funeral Mass at 11:30 a.m.  Interment in St. Peter Cemetery, Reserve, LA.

Arrangements by Rose Lynn Funeral Home. To view or sign the online guest book, please visit www.roselynnfuneralhome.com