Gaetana Benanti Odenwald Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Gaetana Benanti Odenwald in Long Beach, Mississippi, born in New Orleans, Louisiana, who passed away at the age of 86, on February 8, 2025. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Though her name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint Gaetana Benanti leaves upon the hearts of her loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of her spirit and the richness of her legacy.
She was predeceased by: her husband Henry Odenwald, Jr.; her parents, Vincent Benanti, Sr. and Frances Badickino; and her brother Vincent Benanti, Jr.. She is survived by: her sons, Michael Odenwald (Jacqueline) of Gulfport, MS and David Odenwald of Pelahatchie, MS.; and her grandsons, Patrick Odenwald of Orlando, FL and Jeremy Walters of Laurel, MS.
Visitation was held on Friday, February 14th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Calendar St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church (720 Beach Blvd E, Long Beach, MS 39560). A Mass was held on Friday, February 14th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to St. Thomas Vincent de Paul Society.
