Frank "Coach" Brocato Jr

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Frank "Coach" Brocato Jr.- Madison Parish, Louisiana

From Times-Picayune New Orleans,, LA April 2, 2023

Frank "Coach" Brocato Jr., of Slidell, Louisiana, died peacefully on Thursday, March 30, 2023 at the age of 85 after a yearlong battle with dementia. He was a native of Ferriday, Louisiana, born on December 15, 1937.

Frank leaves behind, to cherish his memories, three children, Anthony Brocato, Blake Brocato (Andrea), and Mitchell Brocato (Krissy); four grandchildren, Caroline, Alexandra, Kate, and Milla; siblings, Gloria, and Judie; and a host of extended family and friends. Frank was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 29 years, Carolyn Brocato; his son, Phillip Brocato; and his parents, Lydia Marie, and Frank Brocato Sr.; and siblings, Joe, Tony, and Trish.

Frank Brocato was a dedicated teacher and coach for 40 years. He wouldn't want anybody to be sad about his passing. He had a lifetime full of achievements and experiences that it would take most people several lifetimes to achieve. Frank was a member of the Louisiana High School Athletic Association Hall of Fame as a player. He was a two way starter for all four years of Ferriday High School's 56 game winning streak back in the mid-1950s. He was the "Fastest Guard in the State" as he would say. He went on from there to play college football and attended LSU and Northwestern University, where he earned his degree in Biology. After college, he began his coaching career, where he won 247 games and won too many awards and championships to mention here. He was also a tennis coach and ran the JTPA program. When time allowed, Frank loved to grow tomatoes, working out at Cross Gates, and traveling to the Gulf Coast. All of those accomplishments and life experiences along with countless others are wonderful, but for those who knew Frank knew that the things he was the most proud of was being a father, brother, and husband. He was loved dearly by his four sons, four granddaughters, and five brothers and sisters.

The true love of his life was Carolyn. He was so proud to have her as his wife. When she passed is 2002, a very large piece of Frank died with her. Frank wanted all his former players, students, coworkers, and friends to know that he loved you all. All of you helped him lead a very full and accomplished life. Those of you that are feeling sad about his passing should take solace in the fact that he is where he always wanted to be. He is with Mom now. They are both smiling down on us wishing that you all would know the joy they feel from finally being reunited. Relatives and friends are invited to attend a celebration of Frank's life on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Audubon Funeral Home in Slidell. Memories and condolences may be expressed at www.AudubonFuneralHome.com.

Frank coached at Tallulah High School for several years.