Ronald Joseph Zitzmann, age 75, entered peacefully into eternal rest on Thursday, May 16, 2024 with his two daughters by his side. Mr. Zitzmann was a native of New Orleans, Louisiana and a resident of Metairie, Louisiana. Devoted husband of 45 years to the late Lois Poirier Zitzmann. Beloved father of Rhonda Zitzmann Calcote (Scott, Sr.) and Dana Zitzmann-Hebert. Loving grandfather of Robert Hebert, III and Scott Calcote, Jr. Son of the late Lucille Kettelberger Zitzmann. Brother of Althea Latour (Johnny), the late Wilfred, Jr., and Richard. Son in law of the late Joseph C. Poirier, Sr. and Violet Dies Poirier. Brother in law of Joseph C. Poirier, Jr. (Leann). Uncle of Joseph III and Christopher Poirier, Philip Hebert, Kenny, John, and Denise Latour, Lori Fonte and Richie Zitzmann.
Mr Zitzmann was a long time building manager of GSA. He has been enjoying his retirement by spending time with his grandchildren and watching GRIT TV and ME TV. He was actively involved with the Krewe of Rhea for over 20 years. He was a Mason for majority of his adult life and he was also an Army Veteran.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Leitz Eagan Funeral Home, 4747 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA on Tuesday evening, May 21, 2024 from 4:00 PM until 8:00 PM and on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at St. Christopher Catholic Church, 3900 Derbigny St. Metairie, LA beginning at 11:00 AM with a Funeral Mass to follow at 12:00 PM. A Graveside service will be held at Lake Lawn Park, 5454 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124 on Friday, June 7, 2024 at 2:30 PM.
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